Best of Million Mile Secrets – July 2017

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1.   We’ve got a brand new look!  Let us know what you like.  Or what you’d like us to change!

2.   I wrote a quick guide to the application rules with each of the major banks.

3.   I gave you 6 reasons why Hyatt is my favorite Chase hotel transfer partner.

4.   Not a big spender?  Here’s how you can still earn miles & points to achieve your travel goals!

5.   I warned you about the negative changes coming to the Hilton’s cancellation policy.

6.   Team Members Joseph and Keith told you about the cards they plan to keep, cancel, and downgrade.

7.   I gave you some tips for how to fly to Europe on Star Alliance airline partners with Chase Ultimate Rewards points.

8.   I shared my idea of the Chase Trifecta – 5 Chase Ultimate Rewards points earning credit cards!

9.   I told you what happens to your credit history when you downgrade a credit card.

10.   I suggested 7 great hotel credit cards for folks who have applied for 5+ credit cards in the past 24 months.

Bonus:   There were several limited-time deals this month, like flash sales on hotels from Orbitz and Expedia, discounted Delta award flights, and disappearing increased credit card sign-up bonuses.

These deals are now expired.  But it’s easy to stay up-to-date when you follow me on Twitter and Facebook.  So you won’t miss the next one!