Is the Chase Sapphire Reserve actually worth its $795 annual fee?

Is the Chase Sapphire Reserve actually worth its 5 annual fee?

The Chase Sapphire Reserve (see rates and fees) underwent significant changes during its summer overhaul, but one number that caught many people’s eyes was its new annual fee. The $795 charge — even with its additional bells and whistles — is a significant jump from the previous $550 yearly cost, …

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Southwest offers new 100,000-point bonus as it revamps its credit cards

Southwest offers new 100,000-point bonus as it revamps its credit cards

Southwest Airline’s seating policy isn’t the only thing that’s changing; the airline and Chase announced updates to the Southwest Rapid Rewards credit cards — adding enhanced benefits like pre-flight seat selection and early boarding, new earning categories and a welcome bonus any loyal Southwest flyer would love. For a limited …

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5 ways seniors can tackle credit card debt

5 ways seniors can tackle credit card debt

A new AARP survey suggests nearly half (47%) of adults 50 and older who carry credit card debt use their cards to pay for necessities like health care, car payments and housing. Some 17% admitted they charged expenses to cover gaps in their budget every single month last year, putting …

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