Unlocking the Power of Plastic: Maximizing Your Hidden Credit Card Benefits

#113: Chris takes listeners on a journey into the world of credit card perks, revealing little-known benefits that can save you thousands of dollars. From travel insurance and purchase protection to rental car discounts and concierge services, Chris unveils a wealth of insider tips to help you get the most out of your credit card. Whether you're a seasoned cardholder or just starting out, you won't want to miss this eye-opening exploration of the hidden gems hiding in your wallet.

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Resources Mentioned

• Leave a Rating/Review for the Podcast
• Chris's Credit Card Links
• Links to Card Benefit Guides
• Rental Car Discounts: Visa | Amex Platinum
• Easy Global Entry Appointment: Appointment Scanner
• APEC Business Card
• ATH Hotel Upgrade Program
• 2 for 1 Wine Tastings in Sonoma with a Visa Signature/Infinite
• 30% off CardPointers Pro
• ATH Members get 50% off through end of April (join now)
• Credit Card Concierge Comparison
• Free ShopRunner Perk: Amex | Mastercard
• Free Shipt for Visa Cardholders
• Free FICO Score List
• Bank Of America: Museums on Us
• Free Museum Access with Capital One Card: The Cultivist (List of Museums)
• DoorDash: Mastercard
• Lyft Perks: Mastercard World Elite
• Visa Card Benefits: Signature | Infinite
• Mastercard Card Benefits: World | World Elite

Full Show Notes

(4:31) Credit Card Benefits Overview

(7:28) Purchase Protection

(9:22) Extended Warranty

(10:31) Return Protection

(11:18) Price Protection

(16:51) Rental Car Coverage

(19:50) Delayed Luggage

(20:14) Lost/Damaged Baggage

(20:55) Trip Delay

(21:16) Trip Cancellation/Interruption

(22:39) Emergency Evacuation

(23:48) Accident Insurance

(24:22) Lounge Access

(25:36) Global Entry and TSA Pre

(28:32) Hotel Collections

(30:53) Travel and Rental Car Discounts

(35:01) Free Sonoma Wine Tastings

(35:36) Cell Phone Coverage

(36:33) Shopping Discounts

(39:09) Concierges

(41:00) ShopRunner

(41:24) Shipt

(42:01) Lyft

(42:54) DoorDash

(44:01) Free Credit Scores

(44:40) Museums

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