Episodes
Trailer
Welcome to Points for Normal People! This podcast aims to teach you the easiest ways to earn and redeem points for travel. Because travel isn't just for the rich. And travel points can be used by normal people who just …
What is "Points for Normal People"?
Click MORE to see Ad disclosures Welcome to Points for Normal People! In this very first episode, I'll be sharing more about what exactly I mean by "Points for Normal People," and some of the methodology I've developed in my …
The easy shift than can 10x your points
Click MORE to see Ad disclosures Welcome to Points for Normal People! In today’s episode, I share the benefits of opening multiple credit cards each year. I help you understand the time investment and I’ll give you an overall...
Myth: Opening credit cards will ruin your credit score
Click MORE to see Ad disclosures Welcome to Points for Normal People! This episode has everything you need to know about credit scores and points. I share my credit scores, lay out key habits to keep your score high while …
How to pick the right cards
Click MORE to see Ad disclosures Welcome to Points for Normal People! If you’re wondering where to begin when it comes to picking the right credit cards for travel points, I am here to be your guide. In this episode, …
Navigating the Chase 5/24 Rule: Tips and Strategies
Click MORE to see Ad disclosures Welcome to Points for Normal People! In this episode, I’m sharing everything you need to know about the Chase 5/24 rule, and teach you all the best tips on how to navigate it. If …
Planning Trips with Points is Different: 3 Mindset Shifts to Make it …
(Click "MORE" to see Ad Disclosure) Welcome to Points for Normal People! Today we're diving into mindset around booking trips. We'll explore the switch from cash bookings to points--and how some shifts in the way you think ca...
Mistake: Not staying organized (these tools help!)
(Click MORE to see Ad Disclosures) Welcome to Points for Normal People! In this episode, I’ll share mistakes I’ve made when I didn’t have a system to track my credit cards and points. Then I’ll give you the information and …
Don't Ignore These Chase Sapphire Preferred Benefits! (Part 1: Shoppi…
Click MORE to see Ad disclosures Welcome to Points for Normal People! Join me today for a conversation about the shopping and purchase benefits of the Chase Sapphire Preferred card. It offers so much more than points, and I h...
Don't Ignore These Chase Sapphire Preferred Benefits (Part 2: Travel …
(Click MORE to see Ad disclosure) Welcome to Points for Normal People! Thanks for joining me again for Part 2 as I share about all of the great travel benefits of the Chase Sapphire Preferred card. I’ve read all of …
Using Ultimate Rewards Points for Hotels
Click MORE to see Ad disclosures Welcome to Points for Normal People! Today I’ll be introducing you to the easiest way to use your Ultimate Rewards points! I’ll be talking about how to use points for hotels, how my family …
Tips to Use Your Points for Hyatt (our favorite use for Chase points)
Click MORE to see Ad disclosures Welcome to Points for Normal People! Today I want to show you how I use my Chase Ultimate Rewards for Hyatt. I book Hyatt regularly to simplify my decision making process and to save …
How to Keep Earning Credit Card Points
Click MORE to see Ad disclosures Welcome to Points for Normal People! Today I’m going to introduce you to the three different families of cards within the Chase Ultimate Rewards universe. I’ll show you how to earn the most po...
Best (and most underrated) Ways to Use Ultimate Rewards to Book Any F…
Click MORE to see Ad disclosures Welcome to Points for Normal People! Today I’m going to cover some of the best and most underrated ways to use Chase Ultimate Rewards points. The exciting news is that there is a lot …
Avoid These Mistakes Booking Flights with Points
Click MORE to see Ad disclosures Welcome to Points for Normal People! Today I’m going to take the complicated topic of booking flights with points and give you ways to keep it simple, save you time, and help you use …
Sweet Spots for Booking Flights with Ultimate Rewards
Click MORE to see Ad disclosures Welcome to Points for Normal People! In this episode, I am going to walk you through each airline partner that is available for you to transfer your Ultimate Rewards points to. I’ll explain th...
How to Get a Business Credit Card (With a Side Hustle)
Click MORE to see Ad disclosures Welcome to Points for Normal People! Today I’m going to show you how doing something as small as selling a single item on Facebook Marketplace each year can qualify you for business credit car...
Earning A Million (Valuable) Points on Autopilot
Click MORE to see Ad disclosures Welcome to Points for Normal People! Today I’ll be sharing a big picture strategy for your first few years in points. I’ll go over my three year plan and take you through some common …
Your Points Questions Answered
Click MORE to see Ad disclosures Welcome to Points for Normal People! Today I’m going to be answering your questions about season one of Points for Normal People. We’ll cover flights, hotels, benefits, and more! I’m so thankf...
Don’t Miss These Card Perks and Benefits
Click MORE to see Ad disclosures Welcome to Points for Normal People! Today I’m going to cover perks and benefits that belong to some of my favorite cards, including a new DoorDash benefit, how to use your points to book …
Inspiring Travel Stories Using Points
Click MORE to see Ad disclosures Welcome to Points for Normal People! In this episode, I’ll be wrapping up season one by sharing five stories from individuals who have made the most of points and miles in ways that they …
Southwest Companion Pass - Your Ticket to a Year or More of Free Flig…
Click MORE to see Ad disclosures Welcome to Points for Normal People! I’m so excited to be here with you again for season two, where I’ll teach you everything you need to know about the Southwest Companion Pass. My family …
Maximize Your Rewards: The Ultimate Guide to Credit Card Cancellation
Click MORE to see Ad disclosures Welcome to Points for Normal People! In this episode, I’ll be sharing about the most requested topic for this podcast; when to close your credit cards for maximum value. I’ll break down the va...
Southwest Flight Hacks: Tips and Tricks for Saving Big
Click MORE to see Ad disclosures Welcome to Points for Normal People! In this episode, I’ll be going over all of my favorite ways to save money when booking flights with Southwest Airlines. I’ll give you background informatio...