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Denied a credit card with good credit? Learn why it happens, what to say when you call the reconsideration line, and how to improve your chances of approval next time.

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Denied a credit card with good credit? Learn why it happens, what to say when you call the reconsideration line, and how to improve your chances of approval next time.

What to Do If You Get Denied for a Credit Card—Even With Excellent Credit

Places to stay next to the ocean.

Learn how to rent timeshare condos without owning one—no presentations, no contracts. Get family-sized resort stays for less in Hawaii, Orlando, and more.

How to Rent Timeshare Condos Without Owning

Transfer bonuses can stretch your points 20–40% further with zero extra effort. In this post, I’m sharing how we’ve used them for flights and hotels—and why they’re one of my favorite travel tools for families.

Transfer Bonuses for Family Travel

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Hotels at Disney can really mean the difference between being able to take the vacation… and not. Here’s a list of great options for both Disneyland and Disney World.

Disney on Points for Families: Swan & Dolphin, Hyatt, and More

Let’s talk about something a lot of people wonder when they first get into points and miles: Are credit card annual fees worth it? It’s a fair question—and the answer depends on how you use the card, but in many cases, the value far outweighs the cost.

When Credit Card Annual Fees Are Actually Worth It

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Streamline your travel experience by holding the right credit cards to skip the line!

Skip the Lines: Credit Card Travel Perks for Families

Southwest Airlines made changes in 2025 that really matter for family travel.

How to Adjust to Southwest Airline Changes

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My first minimum spend was like $3,000, and thinking I had to spend that amount kind of freaked me out. But here’s the secret, if you track your spending, you will find you probably spend that much anyway.

How to Meet a Credit Card Minimum Spend Without Overspending

We all love a good resort, but sometimes a home can feel more cozy. So can you book an Airbnb with points?

How to Use Credit Card Points to Book Airbnb and Vacation Rentals for Your Family

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So you’ve earned a bunch of credit card points, now what?
There are smart, flexible ways to book flights with your points, even on airlines your card doesn’t partner with.

3 Clever Ways to Use Credit Card Points on Flights

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The tools I use every week to track our points, organize cards, and make sure we never miss a deal. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed trying to keep it all straight, these are for you.

Points and Money Tools

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So you’ve earned a bunch of credit card points, now what?
There are smart, flexible ways to book flights with your points, even on airlines your card doesn’t partner with.