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There's no doubt that flying is not as comfortable as it once was. Learn how to make it a little nicer by earning elite status on Alaska Airlines.

Want to see how to book flights with Chase Sapphire points? Check out a real-life example of how easy it is to transfer points from Chase to an airline partner.

The Amex Platinum Card isn't as hard to get as you might think. You can even see if you're approved without hurting your credit. Find out how.

This is one of the most expensive cards on the market. But you can't put a price on love.

Flying business class can make a trip more comfortable, but isn't always worth the cost. See four times when the best move may be to fly coach.

Extra credit card fees can add up. Before traveling abroad, check whether your credit card charges foreign transaction fees. Find out how to avoid this fee.

Tired of spending a small fortune on gas? Read on for some tips to ease the burden.

Planning a vacation? Your credit cards could help you get a better deal. Here's how to use your credit cards to save on summer travel.

Doing home improvements? Read on to see how going through Costco could put a lot of cash back in your pocket.

Want to earn credit card rewards faster so you can make a travel redemption in time for summer vacation? Find out how to boost your rewards quickly.

Hotel star ratings are ubiquitous and generally not understood. This makes it hard to decide on relative value. Here's what you need to know.

Love free money? Read on to see how ridiculously easy it is to get Costco to give you some.

Taking a vacation this year? Read on for ways to spend less in the course of your travels.

Canceling a Costco membership could put up to $120 a year back in your pocket. But read on to see why you may end up kicking yourself for that decision.

Before you buy a CD, you need to make sure you're getting a competitive rate. Learn more about this and other questions to ask before pulling the trigger.

A new checking account can be well worth the effort to switch. Discover how to smoothly transition to a new bank with our guide.

Want to boost your profits? Think long-term by understanding customer lifetime value. See why this underrated metric can help your business.

If you're wary of crowds, shopping at Costco can be a pain. You don't need to brave the masses to earn big, though. Try these tips.

Savings accounts are safe, but you don't want to overfund them. Learn when $20,000 is too much for a savings account and when it's just right.

Shop at Costco often? Here are some habits that could be costing you a small fortune.

You might love the idea of business class -- but getting too used to it could backfire on you. Read on to learn more.

Travel can be expensive, but being strategic can allow you to take trips for less. One way is to use your credit card benefits. Learn more.

Some credit card issuers are eliminating card benefits. Two Capital One cards will no longer offer airport lounge access. Here's what you need to know.

Travel credit cards can help you get deals on summer travel, or anytime of year. See how to earn credit card points and use points to buy cheap travel.

Want to see how to book flights with 50,000 Chase points? Your Chase Sapphire credit card makes your points worth more. See 20 cheap flights for summer 2024.