Hotel Valencia Review

Hotel Valencia review

Anyone headed to San Jose for work or please, and prefers a hotel that’s different from traditional chain hotels should consider the Hotel Valencia. This boutique property is a bit hidden since the lobby is located on the third floor of a building on Santana Row. There’s no grand entrance from street level, just some…

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Last Chance to get the American Express Platinum for $99

There are only a few more days to get the American Express Platinum Card for $99. As of September 26, 2023, the annual fee is increasing from $699 a year to $799. However, you’ll only pay $99 for the first year due to the new credits being introduced. The breakdown is as follows. $400 in…

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Calculating the Value of Your Reward Points

Calculating the value of your reward points

Calculating the value of your reward points is essential when travel hacking. Since every flight and hotel you book has a different price, the value you get when redeeming your points will change. In an ideal world, you’ll always be looking to maximize the value of your points, but it’s not always that simple. Loyalty…

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American Express Green Card Review

American Express Green Card Review

Are you looking for an American Express Green Card review? Admittedly, this card isn’t nearly as impressive as other travel credit cards from Amex, but it has no annual fee. That alone makes it a winner. Even though you don’t get many benefits with this card, you still get Amex perks, such as the ability…

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PC Optimum Points Guide | How to maximize your points

PC Optimum

In this PC Optimum points guide, I’m going to go over everything you need to know about the program including how to maximize your points. First off, PC Optimum is one of the most popular loyalty programs in Canada. It’s probably the #1 retail loyalty program in the country and you should definitely join it…

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How to Pay Off Your Credit Card

How to pay off your credit card

Don’t feel bad if you’re wondering how to pay off your credit card? Some people may have just received their credit card statement for the first time and have no idea how to pay. Alternatively, you may be in a situation where you’ve used your credit cards a little too much and now you’re looking…

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DIY Investing: All-in-one ETFs

all-in-one ETFs

With thousands of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and index funds available in the market, it can be dizzying trying to determine which are the most suitable for your investor type. No one can predict which industries or companies will perform well— especially in the long term. So, how are you supposed to figure out an easy…

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Scene+ Guide | Formerly Scotia Rewards

Scotia Rewards

Previously, Scotia Rewards and SCENE were two different programs, but they merge to become Scene+. This was an interesting play by Scotiabank, as they’re clearly trying to attract more people to their loyalty program with more rewards. Like any rewards program, it’s important to understand how it works so you can get the most out…

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Earning Loyalty Points as a Family

Many people love loyalty points. As you spend money, you’ll earn points or miles. Once you’ve collected enough, you can cash them in for free travel, groceries, and merchandise. With loyalty points being so lucrative, many people naturally look for ways to increase their points-earning potential, such as involving family members. If you live with…

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