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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 »Editorial policies: How we create content

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,… Read More »Buying groups: What questions I ask and my experiences

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… Read More »What is a common carrier? Definition of common carrier.

MYS Buying Group is one of the oldest buying groups that many use to earn extra miles, points, and cash back. Resale through buyers groups… Read More »MYS Buying Group: Is it really back?

If you’ve got a credit card or two sitting around that you don’t use, you might be wondering if you should close your unused cards.… Read More »Should I close credit cards I don’t use? Probably not: They strengthen your credit score.

If you’re traveling abroad and a merchant offers to process your credit card charge in U.S. dollars (or your home currency) you’re being offered a… Read More »Dynamic currency conversion: Paying in your home currency is ripoff for international travelers

Once a year, a bunch of miles, points, and travel rewards nerds gather in Chicago to swap tips and tricks, learn about miles and points,… Read More »Chicago Seminars: The must-attend miles and points conference. September 20-22, 2024.