Daniel's articles (302)

Why Citi cardholders seeking Velocity Points should not transfer to flybuys this month (Part 2)

I crunch the numbers to show why you will earn more Velocity Points with a direct transfer rather than via flybuys.

05 November 2018.

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Could the increased surcharges for Velocity redemptions be good for members?

Award availability may actually go up given there will be less demand for seats.

25 October 2018.

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Fly to Europe in Qatar Airways Business Class from $5479 return and earn Gold status in one trip

Taking advantage of a triple QPoints promotion, you can get a lie-flat bed for your whole journey and earn status.

18 October 2018.

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Macquarie Honors Visa Card Guide

Macquarie have decided to discontinue the Hilton Honors Macquarie Platinum card and is no longer available for new applications. For those who are would like to continue earning Hilton Honors on spend, cards that earn into American Express Membership Rewards program offer the option to transfer points directly to Hilton Honors. We left this guide […]

01 October 2018.

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20,000 Qantas or Velocity Points with BOQ Specialist’s Signature card aimed at medical, dental and vet professionals

Highlights of this card include a solid earn rate with either Qantas or Velocity and unlimited access to the Priority Pass lounge network.

25 September 2018.

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Should I choose a credit card that earns flexible points or Qantas Points?

This guide takes a look at the difference between flexible rewards and Qantas Points-earning credit cards to help you determine which works best for your situation.

24 September 2018.

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The three American Express cards will cover replacing your smartphone screen if it breaks

This valuable benefit provides cover for the repair cost of your smartphone screen when you have seen your beloved possession ricochet off solid ground, trodden on by a toddler, or used by your kids as a frisbee.

27 August 2018.

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B2Bpay is a way to earn full credit card and Qantas Points on credit card payments to the ATO

In this guide, I look at which credit cards can earn double the points (and Qantas Points on top) without paying double the ATO's fee.

13 July 2018.

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How business owners can earn more points by using RewardPay – use the right Amex to boost your points

As it's the start of the financial year, for business owners it's worth taking stock of how you are making the most of your business spend - using the right American Express with RewardPay could be a good way to earn more points from your business' activity.

04 July 2018.

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A guide to the BOQ Specialist Platinum card

This mid-tier card offers medical, dental and vet professionals and those studying in these fields unlimited points earn but no sign-up bonus.

18 June 2018.

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