Hello Points Project Listeners,

In this episode, we are reminded that it's already October 2024, and that means Q4 is in full swing. With that, we've decided to load up on some new cards, but not everything on that front was a success. Synchrony, Amex & Chase have some highs as we prepare for more wedding banquets, while BofA and Wells Fargo are still odd and fickle beasts. Lastly, we review what's left for cashing out MRs post-October 1st—hopefully less valuable cash outs mean we'll be focused on high-value aspirational travel in 2025. -TPP

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Intro / Outro Music Credits:

"Vibing Over Venus"

Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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In this episode, we discuss some new cards we’ve recently applied for, and our churning strategy for the rest of 2024. Raymond also talks about his recent trip to Japan. Enjoy! -TPP

AMEX Connect Website (link AMEX offers to 3rd party AMEX cards): https://global.americanexpress.com/card-offers/view-all

Patreon Feed: https://www.patreon.com/ThePointsProject

Intro / Outro Music Credits:

"Vibing Over Venus"

Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

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In this episode, we recap our Amex 10x dining referral offer, go over some news and updates we're working on, focus in on how to maximize your Southwest bookings to minimize your cash outlay, and give our thoughts on a couple trips we've taken in the last few weeks. Enjoy!

$2K / 5K MR - Business Gold Employee Card Link: https://www.americanexpress.com/en-us/business/campaigns/employee-cards/business-gold/5k-offer-incentive/

Intro / Outro Music Credits:

"Vibing Over Venus"

Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

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In this episode, we talk about a new credit card option from a lesser-known bank, a Virgin Atlantic transfer bonus, issues with a popular gift card website, and updates to the Hilton Honors program. We then have a face off between Hilton Diamond elite status and Hyatt Globalist elite status to help you decide where you'll get the best return on your status investment. We then wrap up with woes of hunting for premium cabin T-PAC and T-ATL award space over the summer months.

Show references:

https://waitlist.cardless.com/qatar-airways

https://loyaltylobby.com/2024/04/18/conrad-new-york-midtown-exits-hilton-system-on-june-4-2024/

https://frequentmiler.com/fantastic-updates-about-hiltons-integration-of-slh/

Intro / Outro Music Credits:

"Vibing Over Venus"

Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

In our first public release episode, we take a deep dive into the latest happenings with American Express, how we're approaching our credit card spend, and how to maximize our return on our spend. We also discuss recent updates in the credit card spending world, and upcoming travel plans for Summer 2024.

Personal Gold AU: https://www.americanexpress.com/en-us/apply/supplementary-card/gold-card/16786-10-0

Upgrade Referral: https://upgrade.com/r/EeypS7SIMR (Open Rewards Checking Plus and direct deposit at least $1,000 in 45 days)

Intro / Outro Music Credits:

"Vibing Over Venus"

Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/