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The promised Ann Arbor Re-DO is scheduled for this Saturday (sign up now if you haven’t done so already) and I thought I’d share a post on my manufactured spending activities in anticipation. Why? Mostly to lower expectations, because I’ve…
We’re all set for our Ann Arbor Re-DO on Saturday! Thanks to my colleague Julie, who suggested using GoToWebinar to accommodate the 50+ readers who expressed interest in attending. Be sure to register with the link below and follow the…
Earning miles via manufactured spending can be tedious. Most of the time you’re earning 1 mile per $1 spent and even if you’re buying Visa gift cards in large volumes, the fees eventually stack up. It can be tedious work,…
Any time I write about cash back credit cards, I get more or less the same response: “Why aren’t you including the Capital One Venture Card?” For those who are unfamiliar with the card, it earns 2 miles per $1…
As you all know, I was supposed to speak at the Ann Arbor DO last Saturday. I committed to this many months ago and was really looking forward to the event. Aside from my presentation, I was excited about meeting…
Last Year I wrote about the 10 best credit cards for manufactured spending. My rankings were based on a combination of both rewards currency value and bonus categories offered by these cards. It was a good, comprehensive list at the…

Most people have things they regret doing (or not doing) in life. I don’t have any regrets about life decisions, but I do have plenty when it comes to this hobby. I’ve been doing this for almost six years and…
By now you’ve probably heard the rumor that Chase is considering devaluing the Ultimate Rewards program. Don’t head to the panic room just yet – there’s no concrete proof it’s happening. Is it possible and maybe even overdue? Yes. You…
Disclaimer: This is not a “political” post. It’s meant to make you laugh. If you have no sense of humor, you should probably stop reading this and stick to the news. Before I proceed, can we all take a moment…
Over the past six years, I’ve helped a lot of people book their dream vacations on points and miles. Whether it was readers, friends or family members, I’ve offered advice and booking strategies to anyone who’s asked. The one person…