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Gregory Karp is a credit cards expert for NerdWallet. He has been a newspaper reporter and editor, authored two personal finance books and created the Spending Smart syndicated newspaper column, which ran from 2003 to 2014. He previously was a reporter at the Chicago Tribune, covering consumer issues, airlines, retail and other business news topics. He has been quoted as a guest expert on all media platforms — from TV, newspapers and magazines to podcasts and blogs — and he has spoken on panels at national conferences. He has won numerous awards, including national recognition from the Society of American Business Editors and Writers. Email: [email protected].

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Chase’s Freedom Cards Add 5% Back at Grocery Stores to Bonus

Gregory Karp
July 24, 2020

The and the are becoming especially lucrative cards to use at grocery stores for new cardholders. As of July 24, 2020, the cards not only offer cash sign-up bonuses, but…

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United Airlines MileagePlus Program: The Complete Guide

Gregory Karp & Elina Geller
Dec. 10, 2020

» COVID-19 updates: United’s change and cancellation policies. United’s elite status policies. United Airlines is among the largest airlines in the U.S. and the world. It’s the dominant carrier at O’Hare…

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5 Things to Know About the U.S. Bank Altitude Reserve Credit Card

5 Things to Know About the U.S. Bank Altitude Reserve Credit Card

Gregory Karp
July 9, 2020

The is not as well-known as some other high-end travel credit cards, but its lucrative rewards and perks make it a worthy contender, despite its hefty annual fee. As a…

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U.S. Bank Launches a New Altitude Credit Card

U.S. Bank Launches a New Altitude Credit Card

Gregory Karp
June 8, 2020

U.S. Bank has launched a new Altitude credit card aimed at the value-minded consumer who spends money closer to home. Among the most notable features of the new -annual-fee :…

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Citi Expands Rewards for Prestige, Premier Travel Cards

Gregory Karp
June 4, 2020

Citi is making two of its travel-rewards credit cards — the and the — more useful during the COVID-19 pandemic by expanding their rewards so cardholders stuck near home can…

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United Club Infinite Card's 100K Bonus Ends; Annual Fee is Now Waived for a Year

United Club Infinite Card’s 100K Bonus Ends; Annual Fee Now Waived for a Year

Gregory Karp
May 20, 2020

» This offer has expired The offer described in this article has expired. See our details page on the  for the current offer.   The luxury version of the airline…

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Side Hustle Much? You Might Have the Wrong Credit Card

Gregory Karp
May 19, 2020

Entrepreneurial types who freelance and side hustle their way through the week likely have access to a tool that could help them thrive: a business credit card. If you drive…

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COVID-19: What Kinds of Credit Card Relief Can You Request?

Gregory Karp
July 20, 2020

Credit card issuers have announced they are being more lenient with customers during the COVID-19 pandemic, but typically you have to take initiative and ask for help. Instead of automatically…

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Citi Extends Sign-Up Bonus Windows, Adjusts Prestige’s Travel-Credit Rule

Gregory Karp
May 1, 2020

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Citi is granting more time for new credit card holders to meet minimum spending requirements to earn a bonus and is making it easier to…

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Chase Sapphire Preferred vs. AmEx Green: Sapphire by a Hair

Gregory Karp
Nov. 10, 2020

The has long been a favorite among travel credit cards, but American Express revamped the to make it a formidable direct competitor. Which is better? These are first and foremost…

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