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 USA Today Names Allegiant Best Frequent Flyer Program

USA Today has released the results of its annual Readers' Choice Awards for both Best Airline Credit Card and Best Frequent Flyer Program. About the Readers' Choice Results: According to USA Today readers, Allegiant Airlines has the Best Airline Credit Card and Best Frequent Flyer Program in 2025. This marks the second consecutive year that the budget carrier has topped both lists. In the Frequent Flyer Program category, second place went...
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Credit One Highlights Common Credit Missteps in New Campaign

Credit One Bank is launching a new promotion pointing out some all-too-common credit mistakes — while also releasing a survey that shows why this knowledge is needed. About the Campaign and Survey: This week, Credit One Bank introduced "The Credit Wreckers." The new campaign features cleverly-named characters meant to represent common credit mistakes. For example, there's Max Out (who highlights that consumers should strive to use less than 30% of...
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T-Mobile Money Account Getting Revamp as App Folds Into T-Life

T-Mobile Money has announced some upcoming account changes, including a new way to earn an enhanced APY. About the T-Mobile Money Changes: After changing partner banks earlier this year, T-Mobile's checking account offering is set to undergo some more updates. First, the dedicated T-Mobile Money mobile app will soon be discontinued, with account management being folded into the T-Life app. However, customers will still be able to access their accounts...
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Hyundai Introduces New Rewards Program for Customers

Hyundai is giving its loyalty customers a new way to earn discounts and other savings. About the Hyundai Rewards Program: This week, Hyundai officially launched its Hyundai Rewards program. With this offer, Hyundai owners will be able to increase their Rewards status by completing various activities. As they move up, they'll earn greater savings on new vehicles as well as Bluelink services. There are currently three Hyundai Rewards tiers: Silver,...
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Survey: Southwest Flyers Defecting After Baggage Fee Updates

A recent survey shows that a significant percentage of formerly loyal Southwest customers are seeking alternatives after the airline's controversial policy changes. About the Survey and Results: According to Thrifty Traveler, two-thirds of those who describe themselves as regular Southwest flyers report moving on to other carriers now that the budget airline has begun charging for checked luggage. This survey was conducted in May and June, just as Southwest began...
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Walmart Offering 50% Off Annual Walmart+ Membership

Those looking to join Walmart+ can currently do so at a discount. About the Walmart+ Limited Time Offer: For a limited time, new Walmart+ members can join for half the regular annual cost. Through July 15th, Walmart is offering a one-year membership for $49 — versus the regular $98 fee. Note that this offer is not available for existing annual members. Those who do take advantage of this special offer will...
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BNPL Platform Klarna to Launch Mobile Phone Plans in the U.S.

The "buy now, pay later" platform Klarna is readying to launch a new venture: a mobile phone plan. About Klarna's Mobile Phone Plans: Klarna is entering the world of mobile phone service. The company is partnering with Gigs to debut an unlimited phone plan with uncapped data, talk, and texting. While this new plan will debut in the United States in the coming weeks, Klarna intends to launch similar plans...
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Southwest Airlines Reveals New Checked Baggage Fees

With Southwest Airlines' new baggage policy now in effect, the carrier has revealed its pricing for checked luggage. About Southwest's Checked Bag Fees: In March, Southwest announced that it would be discontinuing its popular no checked baggage fees perk for many travelers. However, at the time, they didn't state how much they would be charging for this formerly free option. Now, with the updated policy applying to flights booked today...
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2025 SoFi Checking and Savings Review

 Ever since I started taking an interest in the FinTech sector, one company whose name I’ve seen pop up over and over again is SoFi. That was later sent into overdrive as the company has not only become a household name thanks to its stadium naming rights deal but also because of the company’s continued product expansions. The most interesting development in my mind is SoFi’s acquisition of Golden Pacific...
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Best Western Debuts Two New Rewards Credit Cards

After pausing applications for their previous rewards card, the hotel chain Best Western has unveiled a new pair of rewards credit cards with a new issuer. About the Best Western cards: Best Western is partnering with First Bank & Trust and Mercury Financial to introduce two new co-branded credit cards. First up is the no-annual-fee Best Western Rewards Visa Signature Card. With this card, customers can 4x points on Best...
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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 points (for a total of 5 million) as well as $5,000. For this contest, the...
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Bilt Adds 2 New Transfer Partners Including First 3:2 Transfer Rate

Bilt is once again expanding its travel transfer rewards program — and is even breaking the mold with one new partner. About the new additions to Bilt: This week, Bilt launched partnerships with two more travel brands: TAP Air Portugal and Accor. As a result, Bilt members will now be able to transfer their points to Miles&Go and ALL Reward, respectively. In total, Bilt now has 18 transfer partners including 13...
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PayPal Debit Card Review: Earn Stackable 5% Cash Back

In recent weeks, PayPal debuted an updated debit card product (perhaps you've seen the incessant Will Ferrell commercials for it during football games?). With the launch of this card, the company known for online payments is encouraging customers to pay with them anywhere. To encourage such behavior, the debit card allows cardholders to earn 5% cashback — although, as you can imagine, there are some important restrictions on that. So,...