Author: Kyle Burbank
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Marriott Bonvoy and Uber Adjust Linked Point-Earning Rates
Marriott Bonoy and Uber have announced some big updates to their partnership that will impact customers. About the changes to the Marriott Bonvoy-Uber partnership In the coming weeks, those who link their Marriott Bonvoy and Uber accounts will see changes to the points they earn. Now, those customers will earn 2 points per dollar spent…
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Wells Fargo Adds Virgin Atlantic to Points Transfer Program
Wells Fargo has added another popular travel currency to its Point Transfer portal. About the new addition and Wells Fargo Point Transfer: Those with Wells Fargo credit cards can now transfer their Wells Fargo Rewards points to Virgin Atlantic Flying Club or Virgin Red. These transfers are completed at a rate of 1:1, meaning that…
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Marriott Bonvoy Bold Card Launches Travel Contest
Chase and Marriott Bonoy have unveiled a special contest while continuing to offer its best-ever welcome bonus. About the welcome bonus and Bold Chat Court Contest: Marriott Bonvoy and Chase have launched a special opportunity called the Bold Chat Court contest. As part of this contest, 10 lucky travelers will be awarded 500,000 Marriott Bonvoy…
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Bilt Rent Day for October 2024 Brings Hilton Gold Status and More
For it’s October 2024 Rent Day offer, Bilt is giving members the chance to enjoy elite status at Hilton. About the Hilton October 2024 Rent Day offer: On October 1st, Bilt members can claim Hilton Honors Gold Status. This promotional status match will last through December 31st, 2024 — but can be extended or even upgraded…
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Homeowner Membership Platform Mesa Raises $9.2 Million
A FinTech looking to build a rewards platform for homeowners has raised new capital. About the round: This week, Mesa announced that it had raised a total of $9.2 million — including $7.2 million in equity. The seed round was led by Streamlined Ventures with participation from Starting Line, Assurant Ventures, Vera Equity, Redwood Trust Horizons,…
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Unexpected Expenses: My Back-Up Plan Flow Chart
Picture this: you’ve finally managed to get your finances in order and are making progress toward your financial goals… when a large, necessary but expected expense pops up. This is something that happens to Americans every day. What’s more, as all too many surveys have told us, the great majority of us have no good…
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Synchrony Expands CareCredit with Albertsons Partnership
Synchrony is teaming up with Albertsons to increase acceptance of its healthcare credit product. About the expansion: Recently, Synchrony revealed that its CareCredit card would now be accepted at Albertsons Companies Inc. stores including Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, ACME, Shaw’s, and Jewel-Osco. In total, nearly 2,200 Albertsons Companies locations will participate in this partnership. At these…
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Benjamin Acquires New Things for “Money Moments” Expansion
A growing cashback app has revealed a new acquisition and funding round. About the acquisition: Benjamin Capital Partners has announced its acquisition of Austin-based startup New Things Co. As a result, Benjamin intends to integrate New Things’ proprietary augmented reality rewards into its app. Specifically, the company says the feature will be added to its…
