What do the numbers on your credit card mean?

As you look for strategies to increase the number of your credit card rewards points, have you ever wondered about the numbers that form the foundation for all that earning potential? Each of those figures plays a role in each purchase you make. They help merchants know that your card is real, and they help banks process those transactions…

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8 things to do in Chicago with kids

Editor’s note: This post has been updated with new information. Filled with world-class museums, trailblazing architecture and expansive parks and gardens, the “City of Big Shoulders” is packed with activities that inspire and entertain young minds, no matter what the season. You might not think of Chicago as a beach destination, but on summer days, and even through fall,…

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Labor Day travel far smoother than earlier summer holiday weekends

After a summer defined as much by flight cancellations and delays as the trips travelers finally were able to take, travel on the season’s final major holiday weekend went off with comparable ease. The weekend included far fewer disruptions on the five largest U.S. airlines than occurred during the summer’s earlier holiday weekends around Memorial Day and the Fourth…

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5 basic credit card terms you need to understand

If you’re new to credit cards, the jargon and acronyms can be intimidating. The Points Guy can help demystify the terms, help you decide which credit card is best for you and show you the best ways to earn and redeem points and miles. In this post, let’s learn some essential terms and phrases. New to The Points Guy?…

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