Credit Card Application Basics — Reapplying for the Same Card (Churning) [6/13 Update: AMEX Now Shows Why You’re Ineligible]
When you apply for an AMEX credit card now, after you fill in all your information and submit, you may see a screen telling you whether you’re eligible for the welcome bonus. There...
Guide to Applying for a Japan Visa in the U.S.
Applying for a Japan visa in the United States? It’s easier than you might think!...
Chase IHG Rewards Club Credit Card [5/14 Update: Upgrade to the New Card and Get 5,000 Points]
Existing cardholders of this old card may receive a link to upgrade to the new IHG Premier credit card. After upgrading, make one purchase to earn 5,000 IHG points; the upgrade mus...
Why Buy Airline Miles and Hotel Points?
Using purchased points to book flights and hotels is a new travel option. Having one more option means one more possible way to lower costs. In this article, we’ll look at when it...
Get Amazon Sample Boxes for Free [4/23 Update: New Snack Box]
Several new Sample Boxes have been added. If one includes something you were already planning to buy, it’s worth claiming for free. The credit you receive can only be used toward i...
Amazon Baby/Wedding Registry Guide [4/19 Update: Buy $10+ for a Baby Registry and Get an Extra Gift]
If you’re an Amazon Prime member and set up a Baby Registry, spending a total of more than $1,000 on items in the registry earns you a $100 Amazon credit. This credit can only be u...
Tianjin Binhai International Airport (TSN) Lounge Review: How to Use Priority Pass in China
I used a Priority Pass card to access an airport lounge in Tianjin, and the experience was quite solid. If you're traveling to China, be sure to bring your physical card—it's accep...
Credit Sesame Overview: 4/16 Update — You Can Check Credit Reports and Scores Without an SSN
A reader in DP said that even without an SSN, if you have a credit card or related credit information, you can still pull your credit report and an estimated credit score on Credit...
Guide to Buying a Home With a Mortgage in the U.S. "Including My Personal Experience"
Buying a home is a major life milestone no matter which country you are in. If you are planning to buy a house, it helps to start preparing early and learn about the process in adv...
InterContinental Singapore Review
We spent seven days and six nights in Singapore in total. After finishing a 4-night stay at Fairmont Singapore, we used our remaining two nights at InterContinental Singapore, abou...
Hey, This Hotel Used to Be a Newspaper Office
A review of The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection...