Changes to U.S. Bank Altitude® Connect Visa Signature® Card: No more annual fee, points devalued, but maybe more compelling than ever?
Update September 16, 2024: These changes to the Altitude Connect are now in effect. To get 1 cent of cash back value out of each of your points, you must now redeem... Read more.
Chase Travel and Emergency Assistance: One phone number to get help abroad
Chase Travel and Emergency Assistance services is a credit card benefit that you hope to never have to use, but if you’re traveling abroad and need a medical... Read more.
JCPenney Credit Card: Is it a good deal?
If you shop at JCPenney, you have undoubtedly been offered the JCPenney credit card at checkout or have seen advertisements for the card in-store and online. The... Read more.
Delta schedule changes: Your options and how to use them to your advantage
Getting an email from Delta saying that your flight schedule has changed might induce a moment of panic. Did Delta decide to stop flying to Orlando? Are you now... Read more.
Do Chase Ultimate Rewards® points expire?
Do Chase Ultimate Rewards® points expire? The short answer is no. As long as your account is open and in good standing, your Chase Ultimate® Rewards points are... Read more.
Editorial policies: How we create content
At Cards and Points, we strive to publish the best, most informative content about credit cards, rewards, travel rewards, miles, and points. Our guiding principles... Read more.
Buying groups: What questions I ask and my experiences
If you’re thinking of getting into buying groups, either as a side-hustle source of income or a way to earn more credit card rewards points, you would be wise... Read more.
Changes to American Express® Gold Card: Annual fee increased, more statement credits
July 25, 2024: Today, American Express announced changes to the American Express® Gold Card, including an increase in the card’s annual fee, changes to its... Read more.
What is a common carrier? Definition of common carrier.
You may see the term common carrier in your credit card’s Guide to Benefits. Or you might read that you must book your common carrier travel using your card... Read more.
Changes to the Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card: Loss of unlimited SkyClub access starting in 2025
Update July 19, 2024: We noticed a subtle change in how the one-time guest passes are promoted. You no longer have to be traveling on the same Delta flight as someone... Read more.