Bonus Ep: Earn Points on Mortgage, 4x 100k+ Card Bonuses, New 4% Card, Devaluations and More

Bonus Ep: Earn Points on Mortgage, 4x 100k+ Card Bonuses, New 4% Card, Devaluations and More

Author: Chris Hutchins June 28, 2025 Duration: 23:16
#234: In this bonus episode, Chris discusses the new Mesa Homeowners Card, some new big welcome bonuses, card and hotel program devaluations, two new points promotions, free summer activities and more. Link to Full Show Notes: ⁠⁠https://chrishutchins.com/card-news-promos-and-more-june-2025⁠ Resources Mentioned Mesa Homeowners Card Amex Platinum: Up to 175k Bonus Amex Gold: Up to 100k Bonus ⁠Major Card Refresh (100k/200k Bonus)⁠ Coinbase One 4% Card Venture X Lounge Changes Hilton Devaluation Free Uber One for Delta Cards Hyatt Peloton Promo Plastiq Personal Payment Options Kids Bowl Free Free National Park Days Bank of America Free Museum Days Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (00:56) Mesa Homeowners Card (06:49) New Amex Personal Card Bonuses (09:19) Card Refresh + New Bonuses (15:37) New Coinbase Card (16:13) Venture X Lounge Access Changes (19:31) Hilton Devaluation (20:30) Delta Card + Uber One Benefit (21:27) Hyatt + Peloton Promotion (22:28) Using Plastiq for Personal Payments (23:11) Free Summer Activities (23:47) Saving on Apple Subscriptions Connect with Chris ⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Membership⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠X⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠ Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever feel like there's a smarter, more efficient way to navigate your finances, your travels, and your daily routines? That's the core question driving All the Hacks: Money, Points & Life. Hosted by Chris Hutchins, this podcast is built on a simple, powerful idea: maximizing value doesn't mean sacrificing enjoyment. Instead, it's about the strategic choices that free up resources-both money and time-for what truly matters. Chris approaches life as a series of systems to be optimized, drawing from his own experience saving millions through meticulous analysis. The conversations here are practical and wide-ranging, moving seamlessly from credit card points strategies and investment philosophies to the less tangible hacks for personal fulfillment. You'll hear from a diverse roster of experts and icons, including Tim Ferriss, Tony Hawk, Codie Sanchez, and Gary Vaynerchuk, who all bring their unique perspectives on building wealth and designing a compelling life. Each episode feels like a focused workshop, offering actionable advice you can use immediately, whether it's planning a luxury vacation for a fraction of the cost or rethinking your approach to career and leisure. This isn't just about frugality; it's about unlocking freedom and excitement through smarter decisions. Tune in for a consistently insightful blend of tactical moves and deeper conversations that challenge the conventional trade-offs between spending, saving, and living well.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

All the Hacks: Money, Points & Life
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