Travel Hacks Newsletter

Most people don't know that paying your taxes with a credit card can help you earn thousands of dollars in free travel! While most people dread tax season, savvy Travel Hackers see it as an opportunity to rack up rewards points and unlock luxury vacations. Here’s why and how you should use your credit card to pay your annual and/or quarterly taxes strategica...

Once you understand how Travel Hacking works, it changes everything! One of the foundational lessons is understanding the Chase 5/24 rule. Whether you're a seasoned travel hacker or a newcomer to the world of rewards points, understanding how this rule shapes your credit card strategy can mean the difference between unlocking Chase's most coveted rewards and...

Managing finances responsibly is essential when engaging in Travel Hacking, ensuring you maximize rewards without compromising your financial health. Building on a responsible foundation is crucial because you will pay far more in interest and fees than you ever gain in rewards if you're irresponsible. I've now generated over $20,000 in free travel and I've ...

Chances are that you, like me, have used some type of cash back credit card for years or decades. I got my first cash back credit card 20 years ago, and since then I've had many different cards that have earned me 2-5% cash back on all of my purchases. Now, I can look back and see how much I actually missed out on by using the wrong type of cards in the wron...

Looking at the thousands of dollars of travel rewards you can earn, you might quickly wonder or worry if your pursuit of those rewards will put your credit score at risk. It's a valid concern, and one of the things that I wondered about when I first got into Travel Hacking. So let me walk through the details and factors so that you can move forward with conf...