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IHG and Chase Overhaul Credit Card Lineup with New $350 Premier Select Tier
finance15 days ago

IHG and Chase Overhaul Credit Card Lineup with New $350 Premier Select Tier

IHG and Chase have completely overhauled their cobranded credit card portfolio, introducing a new premium tier and raising annual fees for existing cards. The lineup now includes four cards with fees ranging from $0 to $350, featuring enhanced earning rates, new statement credits, and updated elite status benefits. While new applicants receive updated terms immediately, existing cardholders will see fee increases and benefit changes take effect in 2027. The refresh adds grocery store rewards and higher free-night caps but removes some legacy bonus categories and automatic elite status tiers for certain cards.

Chase and IHG Launch $350 Premier Select Card with 200,000-Point Bonus
finance18 days ago

Chase and IHG Launch $350 Premier Select Card with 200,000-Point Bonus

Chase and IHG have launched the new IHG One Rewards Premier Select credit card, featuring a $350 annual fee and a limited-time welcome offer of 200,000 points. The card targets frequent hotel guests with automatic Platinum elite status, 20 annual elite night credits, and up to $300 in quarterly food and beverage rewards. While The Points Guy highlights the high value for loyal IHG users, NerdWallet focuses on the broader portfolio refresh, noting that existing cards now offer enhanced earning rates and a 5-star rating for the mid-tier Premier card.

IHG and Chase Overhaul Credit Card Portfolio with New Premium Tier and Fee Increases
finance18 days ago

IHG and Chase Overhaul Credit Card Portfolio with New Premium Tier and Fee Increases

IHG and Chase have completely overhauled their co-branded credit card portfolio, introducing a new premium tier and raising annual fees for existing cards. The lineup now includes four cards with fees ranging from $0 to $350, featuring enhanced earning rates, new statement credits, and updated elite status benefits. While new applicants receive updated terms immediately, existing cardholders will see fee increases and benefit changes take effect in 2027. The refresh adds grocery store rewards and higher free-night caps but removes some legacy bonus categories and automatic elite status tiers for certain cards.

IHG and Chase Overhaul Credit Card Lineup with New Premium Tier and Fee Hikes
finance18 days ago

IHG and Chase Overhaul Credit Card Lineup with New Premium Tier and Fee Hikes

IHG and Chase have completely refreshed their cobranded credit card portfolio, introducing a new premium tier and raising annual fees for existing cards. The lineup now includes four cards with fees ranging from $0 to $350, featuring enhanced earning rates, new statement credits, and updated elite status benefits. While new applicants receive updated terms immediately, existing cardholders will see fee increases and benefit changes take effect in 2027. The refresh adds grocery store rewards and higher free-night caps but removes some legacy bonus categories and automatic elite status tiers for certain cards.

Chase and IHG Launch $350 Premier Select Card with 200K Point Bonus
finance18 days ago

Chase and IHG Launch $350 Premier Select Card with 200K Point Bonus

Chase and IHG have launched a new premium credit card, the IHG One Rewards Premier Select, featuring a $350 annual fee and a 200,000-point welcome bonus. The card offers significant perks for frequent hotel guests, including up to $300 in annual food and beverage credits, a $200 airline statement credit, and automatic Platinum elite status. This new addition sits at the top of a recently overhauled four-card portfolio, which now includes higher fees and altered benefits for existing tiers. While the new card provides substantial value for those who stay at IHG properties regularly, it comes with higher costs and specific spending requirements compared to previous iterations.

American and Hyatt sever loyalty ties as Delta steps in
travel-and-loyalty1 month ago

American and Hyatt sever loyalty ties as Delta steps in

American Airlines and Hyatt are ending their enhanced loyalty partnership, a move that coincides with the launch of a new exclusive alliance between Hyatt and Delta. While the termination of reciprocal points earning in late 2024 had already diminished the partnership's value, the final split removes status fast-track opportunities and cross-program redemption options. Members have until November 15, 2026, to link accounts for final benefits, after which only basic mile accrual remains.

Delta and Amex Launch Limited-Time Bonuses on Six SkyMiles Cards
personal-finance1 month ago

Delta and Amex Launch Limited-Time Bonuses on Six SkyMiles Cards

Delta and American Express have introduced limited-time welcome bonuses for six co-branded SkyMiles credit cards, with offers expiring on November 4, 2026. The promotions range from 80,000 miles for entry-level cards to 200,000 miles for the Reserve Business card, with some offers including flight certificates or statement credits. Eligibility varies by applicant, and spending thresholds must be met within six months of card approval.

Unlocking Luxe: Five First-Class Redemptions With Chase's 100K Offer
travel3 months ago

Unlocking Luxe: Five First-Class Redemptions With Chase's 100K Offer

Chase Sapphire Preferred is back with its record 100,000 Ultimate Rewards points welcome bonus, opening doors to aspirational first-class redemptions by transferring points to airline partners. The article outlines five standout options: Singapore Airlines First Class (NY to FRA) from 106,500 KrisFlyer miles; Lufthansa First Class via Aeroplan around 90,000; ANA First Class via Virgin Atlantic Flying Club (often 57,500–90,000); British Airways First Class from 88,000–93,500 Avios; and Thai Airways First Class (NRT-BKK) from about 60,000 Aeroplan. While availability can be tight and taxes/fees apply, these redemptions can translate 100,000 points into $2,000+ in travel value and some of the world’s most luxurious cabins, making the offer especially valuable for points and miles enthusiasts.

Chase Sapphire Preferred Overhaul: Fresh Perks, Hyatt Transfer Drops to 4:3
finance4 months ago

Chase Sapphire Preferred Overhaul: Fresh Perks, Hyatt Transfer Drops to 4:3

Chase Sapphire Preferred keeps a $95 annual fee and adds perks like 3x points on gas/EV charging and vacation home rentals, up to a $100 hotel credit, a year of Apple TV, up to $120 in Global Entry/TSA PreCheck/NEXUS credits, and emergency evacuation coverage. However, the World of Hyatt transfer ratio drops from 1:1 to 4:3, and the 10% anniversary points bonus is being removed. Positive changes take effect June 15, 2026 for new accounts; existing cardholders or those who apply before then see the negatives on Oct 1, 2026. The Hyatt devaluation is the biggest hit, potentially outweighing new perks for some. If Hyatt transfers matter, alternatives like Bilt Rewards offer 1:1 Hyatt transfers but come with complexity; otherwise the card remains a strong, versatile travel option for many.

Robinhood Bets on Premium Platinum with $695 Card, but Amex Platinum Still Sets Travel Standard
personal-finance7 months ago

Robinhood Bets on Premium Platinum with $695 Card, but Amex Platinum Still Sets Travel Standard

Robinhood launches a $695 Platinum card aimed at its investing-following customers, offering cash-back that can be reinvested and a suite of travel/dining credits; American Express Platinum remains the premium benchmark at an $895 fee with extensive travel credits, lounge access, and transferable Membership Rewards. Early reviews suggest the Amex card delivers broader value for frequent travelers, while Robinhood’s offering may appeal to existing users, but it generally falls short on travel perks compared with Amex.

Capital One Venture X vs. Citi Strata Elite: Which Premium Card Reigns Supreme?
finance10 months ago

Capital One Venture X vs. Citi Strata Elite: Which Premium Card Reigns Supreme?

The article compares the Capital One Venture X and Citi Strata Elite premium travel credit cards, highlighting that Venture X offers a lower annual fee and simpler rewards structure, making it more suitable for most travelers, while Citi Strata Elite provides higher earning potential and more statement credits but at a higher cost and complexity. The choice depends on individual travel habits and how much value one can extract from the benefits.

2025 Premium Credit Card Showdown: Chase Sapphire Reserve, Amex Platinum, and More
finance1 year ago

2025 Premium Credit Card Showdown: Chase Sapphire Reserve, Amex Platinum, and More

The article compares the Chase Sapphire Reserve and American Express Platinum cards, highlighting their increased annual fees, extensive credits, travel perks, and points earning and redemption strategies. It suggests that the best card depends on individual travel habits and how well one can utilize the offered benefits to offset the high costs, with the author favoring the Chase Sapphire Reserve for its practical benefits and earning potential.