• Shortcuts to Elite Travel Status with Greg the Frequent Miler
    Jul 3 2024
    #182: We share 10+ insider secrets and shortcuts to earning elite status with airlines and hotels. We cover the basics of elite status and how to leverage credit cards, points and miles, and status matches to maximize travel perks. We also explore non-traditional methods like gifting and buying, vacation homes and corporate partnerships to earn and maintain status. Greg Davis-Kean is the founder of Frequent Miler, a blog dedicated to helping people maximize their travel rewards and loyalty programs, mostly without flying. He is also the host of the Frequent Miler on the Air podcast. Link to Full Show Notes: https://allthehacks.com/shortcuts-to-elite-status Partner Deals Mint Mobile: $15/mo for unlimited wireless on the nation's largest 5G network Gelt: Skip the waitlist on personalized tax guidance to maximize your wealth LMNT: Free sample pack of my favorite electrolyte drink mix Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn Superhuman: Free month of the fastest and best email with code ALLTHEHACKS For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Greg Davis-Kean: Frequent Miler | Frequent Miler on the Air | Twitter Southwest Companion Pass Complete Guide Episode #221: Roll your own airline elite status Episode #222: Roll your own hotel elite status Flying by the Seat of our Points: Last Minute Travel Challenge All the Hacks Luxury Hotel Upgrade Program Episode #86: The Best Deals for a Vacation Rentals, Exchanges, Fractionals, Timeshares and More! Invitation-Only Statuses Delta 360° United Global Services® ConciergeKey Other Resources Exclusive Resorts FoundersCard StatusMatcher StatusMatch AirlineStatus Credit Cards: American Express Centurion Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card Delta SkyMiles® Reserve Business American Express Card Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card Delta SkyMiles® Platinum Business American Express Card Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® American Express® Card Chase Freedom® Unlimited Chase Ink Business Unlimited® World of Hyatt Business Credit Card Southwest Rapid Rewards® Cards Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (02:21) The Basics of Elite Status (05:13) Can You Earn Status With Flights Booked With Points & Miles? (06:39) Elite Status Perks on Different Levels (08:32) How Airline Alliances Fit Into Status (10:34) Earning Airline Status via Credit Cards (15:27) Airlines That Make It Easy to Earn Status (21:24) Perks of Hotel Status (23:45) Ways to Earn Hyatt Status (29:17) Can You Spend Money Outside of Credit Cards to Earn Status? (30:42) How Status Matches Work (35:08) Airline Status Offers (40:28) Getting “Walked” From a Hotel (41:32) Gifting an Elite Status (42:09) Lifetime Status (45:21) Buying Elite Status (46:31) Leveraging Corporate Partnerships for Status Perks (48:38) Vacation Home Memberships (49:24) Is Chasing Elite Status Worth It? (52:47) Rolling Your Own Airline and Hotel Elite Status (54:27) Car Rental Status Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: X | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post.
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    57 mins
  • Making an Easy $3k/mo from Online Deals with Kai
    Jun 26 2024
    #181: Learn the profitable side hustle of turning everyday deals into a reliable income stream. Chris and Kai explore an unconventional approach to maximize savings, leveraging brokerage bonuses, meal kits, cell phones, buying groups and gift cards. They also share tips to find the best freebies and discounts. In 2023, Kai earned over $36,000 and 2.4 million points turning deals into profits. He shares his churning journey every month on the his podcast. Link to Full Show Notes: https://allthehacks.com/profitable-deals-into-side-hustle Partner Deals Facet: Personalized Financial Planning + $250 enrollment fee waived Notion: Try Notion AI free to automate tedious tasks and streamline your work DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web HubSpot: All-in-one customer platform to get more out of your business Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Kai's Podcast All the Hacks: Credit Cards Bank Bonuses Newsletter Membership Episode #138: Optimizing Cell Phone Plans: The Best Carriers, Deals, Plans, Insider Pricing, Insurance and More! Episode #170: Cash Back vs. Points: Are We Playing the Wrong Credit Card Game? Doctor Of Credit: Best Bank Account Bonuses | Brokerage Bonuses Freebies and Discounts Slickdeals Rakuten Brokerage Accounts Robinhood: Unlimited 1% Transfer Bonus Webull Schwab E*TRADE tastytrade Moomoo Bonus Info: Bogleheads Meal Kits HelloFresh: Free Box with Referral or 10 Free Meals - Free Appetizer For Life Green Chef: Get 50% Off + 20% Off For 2 Months Marley Spoon: First Box Free (6 Meals) CookUnity: 60% Off 16 Meals (discount lasts 2 weeks so you can get 16 more) / 60% Off 32 Meals Dinnerly: First Box Free Referral codes: Reddit Thread Cell Phone Plans Mint Mobile: $15/mo for unlimited wireless on the nation's largest 5G network Visible Buying Groups MaxOutDeals BuyForMeRetail Aligned Incentives Gift Cards: Pepper Miles Earn and Burn Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (02:43) Quick Overview of “Profitable Deals” (08:20) Leveraging Bank Bonuses (10:58) Opening a Bank Account: Average Requirements and Returns (14:40) Why You Should Prioritize Brokerages to Make Profit (17:14) Brokerage Accounts (24:10) Getting the Best Deals off Meal Kits (25:46) Kai's Favorite Meal Kits (28:04) How to Save on a New Phone or Cell Phone Plan (31:30) Big Cell Phone Carriers vs. MVNO (32:27) Number Porting for Cell Phone Plans (36:14) Best Sources for Discounts and Freebies (39:15) How to Filter Out the Best Deals (41:10) Kai's Approach to the Credit Card Game (44:59) Misconceptions Around Opening Credit Cards (46:30) Paying Taxes with Your Credit Card (49:20) How Buying Groups and Reselling Works (56:07) Making Profits on Gift Card Deals (57:31) Bank Funding: Profiting with Zero Costs (59:44) Why You Should Have a Player 2 for Better Deals (1:02:23) Insane Referral Bonuses (1:04:01) Player 2 Hacks (1:06:20) Using Your Business as a Player Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: X | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post.
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  • Stocks vs. Real Estate: What’s the Best Investment to Build Wealth?
    Jun 19 2024
    #180: Chris hosts a debate about whether stock investing or real estate is the faster path to wealth. He's joined by experts from The Motley Fool and BiggerPockets who dive into tax advantages, cash flow potential, long-term returns, and wealth-building strategies associated with each investment path to help you make informed decisions. Jason Moser and Matt Argersinger are analysts at The Motley Fool, a financial services company that provides free and premium investment guidance to millions of investors. Scott Trench is CEO and President and Dave Meyer is VP of Market Intelligence at BiggerPockets, the world's largest online network of real estate investors. Link to Full Show Notes: https://allthehacks.com/investing-stocks-vs-real-estate Partner Deals Copilot: Free 2 months access to my favorite personal finance app with code HACKS2 Greenlight: First month free on a debit card and money app to raise financially smart kids Fabric: Affordable term life insurance for you and your family MasterClass: Learn from the world's best with 15% off Daffy: Free $25 to give to the charity of your choice For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned BiggerPockets The Real Estate Podcast Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) The “Value-Add” Playbook 1031 Exchange The “Middle Class Trap” The Motley Fool Motley Fool Money Podcast Index Funds: A Beginner's Guide Self-Directed IRA Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (02:21) Defining Stock Investing Vs. Real Estate Investing (03:59) The Case For Stock Investing (06:52) Why You Should Invest In Real Estate First (08:03) Barriers To Entry For Stocks vs. Real Estate (10:40) Getting Returns on Stocks vs. Real Estate (13:34) Volatility: How Much Risk Is Involved? (15:47) How To Diversify In Real Estate (21:25) Forced Selling in Real Estate vs. Stocks (24:07) Leveraging Real Estate Investment Trusts (26:24) Value Add Investing in Real Estate (27:48) Time Investment: Managing Stock vs. Real Estate Portfolios (37:41) Can You Leverage The Stock Market For Higher Return? (39:55) Liquidity in Stock Market vs. Real Estate (42:22) Tax Advantages of Investing in Stocks vs. Real Estate (44:52) Closing Arguments for Real Estate vs. Stocks (46:29) Diversifying Your Investment Portfolio With Both Stocks and Real Estate Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: X | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post.
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    50 mins
  • Travel Wisdom from the World’s Most Traveled Man (Harry Mitsidis)
    Jun 15 2024
    #179: The world’s most traveled man, Harry Mitsidis shares his wisdom on the transformative benefits of travel. He provides insights on planning trips for the best experiences, shares his favorite destinations and highlights under-appreciated countries and regions. Harry Mitsidis is one of three people in the world to have visited every country twice. He founded NomadMania, a travel community platform that offers tools, information, and resources that empower meaningful adventures around the world. Link to Full Show Notes: https://allthehacks.com/harry-mitsidis-most-traveled-man Partner Deals HubSpot: All-in-one customer platform to get more out of your business AG1: Free 1 year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs Gelt: Skip the waitlist on personalized tax guidance to maximize your wealth For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Harry Mitsidis: NomadMania | Newsletter | Instagram Every Passport Stamp Facebook Group Underrated Countries: Tuvalu Romania Laos Equatorial Guinea Sweden Costa Rica Under Apprecited Regions: Canada: Nova Scotia | New Brunswick Brazil: Rio Grande do Sul Argentina: Salta | Córdoba France: La Rochelle Harry’s Favorite Dishes: Netherlands: Vla - Dutch Custard Turkey: İskender kebap Brazil: Feijoada US: Red Lobster Dangerous Countries North Korea Gaza Afghanistan Syria Somalia: Mogadishu Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (02:21) How Harry’s Travel Obsession Started (05:15) Countries That Were Most Challenging to Visit (08:05) Why Slow Travel Matters (14:08) The Different Benefits of Travel (20:36) Solo Travel vs. Group Travel (22:26) The One-of-a-Kind Experience in North Korea (24:05) Traveling to Dangerous Destinations (31:42) Underrated Countries (33:36) Ways to Feel Like a Local in a New Destination (37:35) Harry's Favorite Food Around the World (39:30) Regions That Are Under-Appreciated (43:12) Why Your Second Trip to a Destination Is a Better Experience (44:27) Places That Left Harry Disappointed (46:53) Harry's Advice to Travelers Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: X | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post.
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    52 mins
  • How a Simple Change Can Improve Your Health, Sleep and More with James Nestor
    Jun 12 2024
    #178: Bestselling author James Nestor reveals how improper breathing can lead to health issues that include poor sleep, asthma, chronic congestion, ADHD, and anxiety. He shares research-backed techniques to identify and correct your breathing habits, highlighting the numerous health benefits of nasal breathing. James Nestor is a science journalist and award-winning author of the book Breath. His work has appeared in The Atlantic, Outside, Scientific American, The New York Times and more. Link to Full Show Notes: https://allthehacks.com/james-nestor-breathing-improves-health Partner Deals DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web Bilt Rewards: Earn the most valuable points when you pay rent 1Password: Free 2-week trial of my favorite password manager Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn Indochino: 10% off my favorite bespoke suits and shirts (with code ALLTHEHACKS) For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned James Nestor: Website | Instagram Books: Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art Deep: Freediving, Renegade Science, and What the Ocean Tells Us about Ourselves Wim Hof Method Falim Sugar Free Chewing Gum SnoreLab SnoreClock Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (03:10) Why Humans Are the Worst Breathers and Why We Should Care (05:29) The Importance of Nasal Breathing (07:18) Ways to Identify if You're a Mouth Breather and How to Fix It (10:07) What Is Oral Posture and Why Is It Important? (15:58) The Problem with Straightening Your Teeth (22:07) How to Improve Nasal Breathing (23:39) The Benefits of Nasal Breathing and Deep Breaths (28:42) The Functions of the Left Nostril vs. Right Nostril (30:58) The Correct Way to Exhale (31:28) Breathing Techniques (39:14) Is It Possible to Overbreathe? (41:19) The Vital Role of the Underutilized Diaphragm (46:03) The Immediate Impact of Breathing Correctly (47:01) How to Fix Your Posture for Optimized Breathing (48:33) Products to Aid Better Breathing (50:58) Why You Should Learn to Hold Your Breath (55:50) The Benefits of Freediving (57:54) Best Breathing Techniques for Kids (59:34) Apps to Help You Track and Improve Your Breathing Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: X | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post.
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Best Bank Account Setup to Earn Interest on All Your Cash
    Jun 5 2024
    #177: Chris shares the best accounts to replace your checking account and maximize interest earning. He evaluates must-have banking features, compares 10+ bank accounts, assesses the pros and cons of switching accounts, offers automation tips to elevate your banking experience and so much more. Link to Full Show Notes: https://allthehacks.com/best-bank-accounts-high-interest Partner Deals HubSpot: All-in-one customer platform to get more out of your business Superhuman: Free month of the fastest and best email with code ALLTHEHACKS Mint Mobile: $15/mo for unlimited wireless on the nation's largest 5G network Notion: Try Notion AI free to automate tedious tasks and streamline your work Gelt: Skip the waitlist on personalized tax guidance to maximize your wealth For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned All the Hacks Membership Bank Bonuses Episodes #62: Protect Your Family, Mitigate Taxes and Preserve Your Wealth All-in-One High Yield Accounts: Fidelity Cash Management (SPAXX coming June 15) Wealthfront Cash Account (Get 5.5%) U.S. Bank Elite Money Market TransferWise (For international transactions) High Yield Savings + Checking w/ Overdraft: Mercury: Enter giveaway to skip the waitlist for Mercury Personal SoFi Capital One Discover CIT Bank Ally Bank Robinhood: Spending | Investing Schwab Checking Account Recurring Transfers: Zelle App Personal Finance Tracker: Copilot (Get 2 months free with code HACKS2) Wealthfront: Automated Bond Ladder + Calculator Automated Savings Plan Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (03:29) Must-Have Features in a Primary Bank Account (09:23) Tiebreakers to Consider for a Bank Account (14:43) High-Yield Savings Accounts (17:41) Regular Checking Accounts (21:43) The Most Optimal Way to Use a Bank Account (24:54) Comparison of Banks with Main Features You Need (28:50) Robinhood's Investing & Spending Accounts (30:52) The Difference Between Bank Accounts and Investment Accounts (33:25) The Schwab Checking Account (38:39) Unique Features of Mercury (44:33) The Wealthfront Individual Cash Account (46:15) U.S. Bank's Elite Money Market Account (47:17) Fidelity Cash Management Account (53:24) Chris' Top 3 Bank Account Recommendations (56:42) Is It Worth Switching Bank Accounts? (58:45) Simple Steps to Automate Your Financial Life Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: X | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post.
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Redeeming Points and Miles for Max Value (and What Not To Do!) with Nick Reyes
    May 29 2024
    #176: Chris and Nick share the strategies you need to know to easily get the most value out of your points and miles. They discuss the best and worst redemption options, transferring points, optimal ways to structure a trip, finding availability, tips for hotel and airline programs and more. Nick Reyes is the Senior Author at Frequent Miler and co-host of the Frequent Miler On The Air podcast. He is an avid traveler who's been to 60+ countries and loves collecting points and miles. Link to Full Show Notes: https://allthehacks.com/nick-reyes-redeeming-points-and-miles Partner Deals MasterClass: Learn from the world's best with 15% off Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn Long Angle: Join a free private community for high net worth investors Fabric: Affordable term life insurance for you and your family DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Nick Reyes: Website | LinkedIn | X Frequent Miler On The Air Podcast How to find impossible hotel awards The best transferable points program is… Points for family travel All the Hacks: Episode #166: Best Tools for Booking Flights with Points & Miles with Greg the Frequent Miler Episode #91: Die With Zero: Net Fulfillment Over Net Worth with Bill Perkins Newsletter Leave a review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify The Points Guy Article: Comparison of flights across travel portals Award Booking Services: point.me Concierge 10xTravel AwardCat Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (02:12) Why Nick Loves The Points and Miles Game (vs. Cash Back) (04:26) The Worst Ways To Redeem Points and Miles (08:12) Booking Travel via Credit Card Portals (11:51) How To Maximize Transfer Partner Redemptions (20:54) Is It Really Worth Investing Time To Learn The Points Game? (23:56) The Basics of Transferring Points (27:38) How Major Airline Alliances Work (31:29) Understanding Airline Ticket Pricing (32:55) 3 Things You Need In Abundance To Travel More (39:41) The Impact of Travel Award Availability (46:25) Optimizing Transfer Bonuses (48:08) How To Position Your Flight and Structure Your Trip (56:18) Redeeming Points and Miles For Different Airline Cabin Classes (1:00:59) How To Travel With Kids Using Points and Miles (1:06:32) Can Families Actually Use Awards to Fly Business Class? (1:14:03) Seat Hack For Traveling With Kids (1:16:53) Nick's Advice To Make Best Use of Points and Miles (1:24:56) Are Hotel Points Actually Worth It? (1:28:23) Award Booking Services Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: X | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post.
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    1 hr and 32 mins
  • Monday Musings: Latest Deals, Summer Award Travel, Father's Day Gift Ideas, Calling 911 and More
    May 28 2024
    #175: Host Chris Hutchins shares his latest deals, advice on booking summer travel with points, some father’s day gift ideas, a family health update and more. Link to Full Show Notes: https://allthehacks.com/monday-musings-2 Resources Mentioned All the Hacks Newsletter Latest Deals Bilt Rewards Toast App for Restaurants Hilton Summer Promo Credit Cards Citi Strata Premier℠ Chase Sapphire Reserve® Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card All the Hacks Credit Card Site Great Finds Dr. Attia Video on Exercise Nick's Blind Date Why Car Insurance Rates Are So High Recommendations Tetris Movie Superhuman Email (promo code ALLTHEHACKS) Trafficked with Mariana van Zeller Father's Day Gift Ideas Moft: Snap-on Phone Stand & Wallet Ten Thousand Midweight Tech Hoodie Ooni Pizza Oven Cocktail Codex Book Shokz OpenRun Pro Headphones Theory11 Box One Eight Sleep Pod 4 Ultra Tug-o-wobble Game Nike Vaporfly Shoes Storyworth: Book of Stories from Dad Masterclass: Learn from Experts Indochino: Custom Suits (promo code ALLTHEHACKS) BRCA National Cancer Institute Article Stanford BRCA Decision Tool Mentava Reading App (promo code ALLTHEHACKS) charity: water Fundraiser Full Show Notes (0:00) Introduction (3:53) Latest Deals (7:30) Travel, Points & Miles (10:29) Great Finds (11:19) Chris' Recommendations (12:40) Father's Day Gift Ideas (16:36) BRCA (24:16) My First 911 Call (27:12) Saving on One-Way Flights (34:35) Booking Summer Travel Award Flights (39:58) App to Teach Kids to Read (42:59) Charity: water Fundraiser Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: X | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post.
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    43 mins