All the Hacks with Chris Hutchins

• Deep Dive on Citi Credit Cards and ThankYou Points (Best 2-Card Combo)

  228: A deep dive into Citi’s credit card lineup. I've recently opened up a few Citi cards and am very excited about sharing the best Citi cards, how to maximize ThankYou Points, the best airline and hotel transfer partners, and how Citi’s best two-card combo stacks up against other major issuers. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/citi-credit-cards-thank-you-points Partner Deals Thrive Market: 30% off your first order of organic groceries + a free $60 gift Facet: Personalized Financial Planning + $250 enrollment fee waived Storyworth: Share your family stories in a custom book (+ $10 off) LMNT: Free sample pack of my favorite electrolyte drink mix Gelt: Skip the waitlist on personalized tax guidance to maximize your wealth For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: chrishutchins.com/deals Resources Mentioned Chris' Best Cards Page Citi Cards Tier List ThankYou® Points Cards Citi Strata Premier℠ Card AT&T Points Plus Card Citi ThankYou® Mastercard® Citi® Double Cash Card Citi Custom Cash Credit Card AAdvantage Cards American Airlines AAdvantage® MileUp℠ Card AAdvantage® Platinum Select® Airline Mastercard AAdvantage® Executive World Elite Mastercard AAdvantage Business™ World Elite Mastercard® Costco Cards Costco Anywhere Visa® Credit Card Costco Anywhere Visa® Business Card Other Citi Cards Shop Your Way Mastercard EVA Air How to book Vacasa Vacation Rentals with Wyndham points CardPointers Pro: 30% off here and 50% off here ATH Podcast Luxury Hotel Upgrade Program Airline/Hotel Transfer Partner Spreadsheet Credit Card Optimizer Tool Membership: Join here Leave a review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Email for questions, hacks, deals, and feedback: podcast@allthehacks.com Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (02:10) Quick Intro of the Credit Card Tier List (03:48) Review of Citi Strata Premier℠ Card (06:49) AT&T Points Plus Card and Citi ThankYou® Mastercard® (08:29) 2% Unlimited Cash Back: Citi® Double Cash Card (10:23) Earn 5% Cash Back Using the Citi Custom Cash Credit Card (12:35) The Citi–American Airlines Ecosystem (16:08) American Airlines AAdvantage® MileUp℠ Card (17:34) AAdvantage® Platinum Select® Airline Mastercard® Perks (18:51) Lounge Access and Benefits: AAdvantage® Executive World Elite Mastercard® (23:02) Why AAdvantage® Business World Elite Mastercard® Is Chris’ Favorite (29:24) Are the Citi Costco Cards Worth It? (33:12) Shop Your Way Mastercard (38:13) Other Citi Cards Without Any Benefits (39:18) ATH Member Deep Dive Discussions (39:47) Citi Rules (43:36) Citi ThankYou® Points Program (44:31) Citi's Airline Partners (46:31) Hotel Transfer Partners Unique for Citi (49:20) Transfer Bonuses and Limitations (52:17) High-Level Summary of Citi Cards (53:09) Best Two-Card Combos for Each Issuer (57:43) Factors That Make Citi Cards Less Exciting (58:39) Citi Merchant Offers 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

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• The Path to Becoming an Expert in Points & Miles with Devon Gimbel

  #227: An actionable 4-step framework to master points and miles while maximizing personal value. We cover high-yield earning strategies like paying processing fees, bulk ordering, and leveraging business expenses, plus tactics for scaling award travel for multiple people. We also explore alternate pathways to earn and redeem points without chasing “perfection.” Devon Gimbel is the founder of Point Me to First Class, an educational platform and podcast that teaches people to maximize their spending for extraordinary travel rewards. She is also a double-board certified physician. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/rethinking-points-and-miles-devon-gimbel Partner Deals DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web Upwork: Free job posting to find, hire, and pay top freelance talent NetSuite: Free KPI checklist to upgrade your business performance Bilt Rewards: Earn the most valuable points when you pay rent Green Chef: 50% off your first meal kit with code 50ALLTHEHACKS For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: chrishutchins.com/ Resources Mentioned Devon: Point Me To First Class | Podcast | Instagram Free Starter Guide to Points Dunning Kruger Curve Payment Platforms Plastiq Melio Zil Money (Coupon Code: ATH300) Venmo Business Airlines with Great Award Availability Emirates Condor Singapore Airlines Rakuten: $40 bonus here Savewise: 20% off with ALLTHEHACKS20 ATH Podcast Ep #166: Best Award Search Tools for Booking Flights with Points & Miles with Greg the Frequent Miler Leave a review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Email for questions, hacks, deals, and feedback: podcast@allthehacks.com Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (02:31) Devon's Non-Traditional Approach to the Points & Miles Game (05:38) Stage 1: Peak of Mount Ignorance (08:18) Stage 2: Valley of Despair (09:41) Stage 3: Slope of Enlightenment (13:06) One of the Biggest Mistakes People Make in the Points & Miles World (14:47) Lessons from Chris' Skiing Experience (21:03) Stage 4: Unconscious Competence (23:48) Why the Learning Curve Never Stops (27:08) Identifying High Yield Opportunities for Yourself (29:54) How to Evaluate If Credit Card Fees Are Worth It (38:43) The Importance of Understanding Earning Rates (40:26) Ways to Leverage Business Expenses (43:43) Maximizing Award Travel When Booking for Multiple People (48:16) Airlines That Have Good Award Availability (Fifth Freedom Flights) (55:00) Why You Should Practice Looking for Award Deals (58:11) Rakuten Bulk Ordering to Earn Flexible Points (1:01:37) Setting Alerts for Deals (1:03:49) Alternate Pathways to Earn and Redeem Points (1:09:12) Using a Venmo Business Profile to Make Payments (1:10:13) Where to Find Devon 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

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• Optimizing Vacations, New Ways to Earn Points, Airline Changes and More

  #226: From optimizing travel and rewards to new ways to earn points, Chris shares some recent tactics he's picked up on upgrades and award travel. He also covers some flight deals, airline changes, Mother's Day gift ideas, and reflects on recent podcast episodes. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/optimizing-vacations-and-new-ways-to-earn-points⁠ Partner Deals Gelt: Skip the waitlist on personalized tax guidance to maximize your wealth Trust & Will: Get 20% off personalized, legally binding estate plans MasterClass: Learn from the world's best with 15% off Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn LMNT: Free sample pack of my favorite electrolyte drink mix Bilt Rewards: Earn the most valuable points when you pay rent For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: chrishutchins.com/deals Resources Mentioned Vacation Homes Pacaso: Free early access and $2,500+ in closing credits here THIRDHOME Exclusive Resorts ATH Hotel Upgrade Program (Password: Perks | Tutorial) Lanai Four Seasons Resort Sensei Maui Montage Kapalua Bay Maui Nui: 20% off with code ALLTHEHACKS Merriman's: Point Menu | Monkeypod Kitchen NordVPN: 4 months free here United’s MileagePlus Program Showing More Awards if You Change This 1 Setting Flight Award Search Tools point.me: 20% off annual plans with code ALLTHEHACKS20 AwardTool: $20 off annual plans with code ALLTHEHACKS Seats.Aero Southwest Assigned Seating Business Payment Platforms Plastiq ← my referral Melio ← my referral Zil Money Last Call: 100k Welcome Bonus Offer Mother’s Day Gift Ideas Ratio Coffee Machines Storyworth: $10 off here Aura Frames: $35 off + free shipping with code ATH Zeel: $25 off here Initial Necklaces: Gorjana Wilder Necklace | Maya Brenner Real ID: Acceptable Identification at the TSA Checkpoint ATH Podcast Ep #224: Airport Lounges: Getting In, Hidden Perks and Expert Tips with Kevin Song Ep #225: Optimize Your Oral Health for a Longer Life with Dr. Mark Burhenne Leave a review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Email for questions, hacks, deals, and feedback: podcast@allthehacks.com Submit a question for the next AMA here Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (02:00) Finding Accommodation in Hawaii (05:37) Overlooked Hotel Upgrade Options (13:05) Strategy to Book Flights to Hawaii: Cash vs. Points (20:44) Chris' Experience Flying Hawaiian Business Class (22:48) The Impact of Having Starlink on Your Flight (25:04) Review of Four Seasons Lanai (29:29) The Experience at Montage Kapalua Bay (34:28) Underrated Hotel Perks (39:58) Why Chris Is a Big Fan of Hawaiian Airlines (42:13) Follow-Up to Lounge Access Episode #224 (43:07) Why You Should Use a VPN to Book Flights (44:29) Flight Award Inventory Trick (45:21) Upgrading Credit Cards for Bonuses and Free Nights (46:51) Weird Emirates Updates (48:10) Big Southwest Changes (52:18) Updates from Bilt (55:03) Leveraging Business Expenses (57:05) Exciting Credit Card Welcome Offers (58:44) Mother's Day Gift Ideas (1:01:27) Reminder: Real ID Deadline (1:02:20) Feedback on Oral Health Episode #225 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

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• Optimize Your Oral Health for a Longer Life with Dr. Mark Burhenne

  #225: Learn how to optimize your oral health to prevent disease and improve your overall health. We cover the ideal oral care routine, negative impacts of mouth breathing, the truth about fluoride, the role of nutrition and diet, how to choose the right dentist, dental coverage options, and so much more. Dr. Mark Burhenne is a functional dentist, author, and the founder of Ask the Dentist, a go-to resource for evidence-based oral health education. He is also the co-founder of Fygg, a toothpaste that protects the oral microbiome while remineralizing and whitening teeth. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/oral-health-dr-mark-burhenne Partner Deals Aura Frames: $35 off + free shipping on the Carver Mat digital picture frame with code ATH Daffy: ⁠Free $25 to give to the charity of your choice Stable: 50% off your first year of my favorite digital mailbox Copilot: Free 2 months access to my favorite personal finance app with code HACKS2 DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: chrishutchins.com/deals Resources Mentioned Dr. Mark: Instagram | Newsletter Fygg Toothpaste: Get 15% off with code ALLTHEHACKS Book: The 8-Hour Sleep Paradox Ask the Dentist: Podcast | Dentist Directory How To Floss The Right Way How to Find a Good Dentist: 7 Tips + 10 FAQs No dental insurance? Here’s what to do. (Margarita Plan) Is it safe to get dental work done outside the U.S.? Podcast Episode #78: What Are the Safest Ways to Whiten My Teeth? Bristle Oral Health Test: Get 10% off here Metastudy on Flouride Efficacy Happy ppl Xylitol Gum Sonicare Electric Toothbrushes RADIUS Natural Silk Floss Slate Rechargeable Electric Flosser: Get 10% off here Fluoride Action Network ATH Podcast Ep # 178: How a Simple Change Can Improve Your Health, Sleep and More with James Nestor Ep #215: Medical Travel: Better Care and Lower Costs for Surgery, IVF, Dental, Advanced Screenings and More with Josef Woodman Leave a review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Email for questions, hacks, deals, and feedback: podcast@allthehacks.com Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (02:20) Is Good Oral Health a Sign of Longevity? (04:30) How Inflammation in the Mouth Affects the Entire Body (08:16) Factors That Influence the Oral Microbiome (10:47) The Connection Between Cavities and Mouth Breathing (15:07) Thoughts on Mouth Taping (16:00) Foods That Are Bad for Your Oral Health (20:13) Ways to Test Your Oral Health (22:25) Things to Avoid if You Want Good Oral Health (25:14) The Ideal Daily Oral Care Routine (28:47) Regular vs. Electric Toothbrushes (32:03) How to Floss Right (36:10) A Quick Overview of Toothpaste (40:53) Ingredients to Look for in Your Toothpaste (43:12) Is Fluoride Actually Bad for Your Teeth? (46:08) How to Find a Good Dentist (48:43) How Often Should You Get Your Teeth Cleaned? (50:54) Dental Insurance vs. Dental Plans (56:31) Why Your Dentist Might Be Influenced by Your Dental Insurance (1:03:19) Dental Tourism (1:04:29) Rapid Fire Questions (1:10:40) Where to Find Dr. Mark 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

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• Airport Lounges: Getting In, Hidden Perks and Expert Tips with Kevin Song

  #224: This is the ultimate guide to airport lounges. You'll learn how to access the best lounges without needing to fly first class by using credit cards, memberships, elite status, and more. We’ll also discuss the best lounges, underrated perks, tools to manage access, avoiding crowded lounges and more. Kevin Song is the co-founder of This Lounge, one of the most comprehensive databases of airport lounges around the world. He is a former cybersecurity professional at WeWork, Hyatt, Deloitte, The Points Guy and Notre Dame. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/airport-lounge-access-guide Partner Deals LMNT: Free sample pack of my favorite electrolyte drink mix Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn Upwork: Free job posting to find, hire, and pay top freelance talent Green Chef: 50% off your first meal kit + 20% off the next 2 months with free shipping Gelt: Skip the waitlist on personalized tax guidance to maximize your wealth For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: chrishutchins.com/deals Resources Mentioned Kevin Song: X | This Lounge Lounges The Pier, First (Hong Kong) Al Safwa First Class Lounge (Qatar) What You Need to Know About USO Airport Lounges Airport Lounge Memberships Priority Pass Dragon Pass Lounge Key How To Tell Your Priority Pass Cards Apart Lounge Reviews This Lounge Lounge Review ATH Podcast Ep #219: 20+ Airport Hacks for Faster Security, Immigration, and Boarding with Leigh Rowan Ep #220: Rethinking Elite Status and Smarter Ways to Earn and Use Points Leave a review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Email for questions, hacks, deals, and feedback: podcast@allthehacks.com Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (02:16) Factors That Make an Airport Lounge a Favorite (04:12) The Worst Type of Airport Lounges (07:07) The Number and Types of Airport Lounges Around the World (09:05) Quick Overview of Airport Lounges in America (11:28) Companies That Operate Lounges on Behalf of Airlines (13:13) Credit Card Affiliated Airport Lounges (14:25) Airline Alliance Lounges and USO Lounges (15:32) Ranking Lounge Categories from Worst to Best (18:28) Ways to Leverage Airline Membership Club Lounge Agents (23:22) A Potential Hack to Skip an Airport Lounge Waitlist (26:50) Lufthansa's Famous First Class Rubber Ducks (28:16) Using a Priority Pass to Access Airport Lounges (33:38) Can Business or First Class Tickets Give You Access to a Lounge? (39:21) Leveraging Elite Status for Lounge Access (45:01) Creating Multiple Profiles to Earn More Miles (47:14) Why You Should Consider Status Matches (53:04) Trick to Qualify for Status Matches (54:49) Is It Worth Getting a Day Pass to Access a Lounge? (58:22) The Main Premium Credit Cards with Lounge Access (1:04:22) Other Credit Cards That Include a Priority Pass Membership (1:07:09) The Number of Priority Passes Chris and Kevin Have (1:09:43) Adding Authorized Users on the Three Major Airline Credit Cards (1:10:57) Ways to Manage Lounge Access Memberships (1:15:51) Overlooked Perks of Airport Lounges 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

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