Credit card rewards can backfire. Here are seven common rewards traps that could cost you money — and how to avoid them.

Starbucks launched an improved loyalty program, but the ghost of its former Gold Card is coming back to haunt the company.

Airline miles were designed as rewards, however, in cybercrime markets, they are inventory. In many cases, the theft begins with credential compromise and ends with miles quietly converted into ...

I have really good credit, and I keep getting credit card offers that look better than what I have. These offers include things like a higher credit limit and cash-back percentages. I currently have ...

There was a time when “basic economy” sounded like a savvy hack. Pay less, get from A to B, done. Millions of travelers, especially those who fly regularly, bought into the idea. But something has ...

Gap is touting the ability to redeem points for Disney gift cards, AMC theater tickets and limited-edition collectibles and autographed merch By Tim Chan If you purchase an independently reviewed ...

LINCOLN, Neb.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--GolfStatus, the industry-leading platform for charity golf tournaments and fundraisers, is proud to announce its new GolfStatus Rewards program to maximize fundraising ...

Starbucks is dramatically reshaping its Rewards loyalty program starting March 10, 2026 — with new perks, status tiers and ways to earn and spend Stars. The changes aim to give members more ...

NerdWallet values Wyndham points at 0.7 cent apiece — less than most other Chase transfer partners. This page includes information about these cards, currently unavailable on NerdWallet. The ...

A previous version of this article suggested that mortgages can be paid with a Bilt credit card. Bilt users will be able to make mortgage payments through the Bilt rewards–points program. With home ...

Existing loyalty members and their accumulate points will automatically be transferred into the Encore program, which will offer three tiers: Core, Premier and All-Access. Key changes include lower ...

Changes to United's MileagePlus program will reward holders of its cobranded credit cards. Photo Credit: United Airlines Beginning April 2, United Airlines will boost MileagePlus point accrual rates ...