In this week’s Quick Hits, DeAndre Coke brings a packed update of travel and points news, holiday promotions, and crucial year-end reminders for cardholders and travelers.
He kicks off with an update on the growing WhatsApp community, introducing a new Business Points Hub for entrepreneurs to exchange insights on the best credit cards for advertising, expenses, and travel. DeAndre also reminds listeners that entries for the 100th Episode Giveaway close at midnight on December 1st. From there, he dives into key industry news — including Chase’s new pop-up restrictions for Ink Business cards, a massive 175K Chase Sapphire Reserve preapproval offer, and Rove’s Black Friday 4–5x promotion at giftcards.com. DeAndre also covers Hilton, IHG, and Kimpton holiday promos, Built’s 100% Avios transfer bonus, and Preferred Hotels’ 35K-point deal.
He wraps up with a look at Thrifty Traveler Premium’s Black Friday discount and CardPointers’ 50% off lifetime offer, both invaluable for travelers looking to save money, earn rewards, and optimize card benefits heading into the new year.
Key takeaways:
- New community chat: Business Points Hub launches for entrepreneurs in the WhatsApp group.
- Holiday shopping tip: Use portals like Rakuten, Capital One, and American Airlines for bonus points.
- Year-end credits: Use Amex Platinum, Chase Sapphire Reserve, and other expiring benefits before December 31.
- Chase updates: New pop-up jail introduced for Ink cards; 175K preapproval offer on Sapphire Reserve.
- Rove rewards: 4–5x points at giftcards.com during Black Friday weekend.
- Built Rent Day: 100% Avios transfer bonus on December 1 for elite members.
- Hotel promos: Preferred Hotels 35K-point bonus, Kimpton’s “Life of a Kimpton Guest” phrase for perks.
- Black Friday steals: Thrifty Traveler and CardPointers launch major annual discounts.
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