THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO MILES, POINTS, AND CASHBACK

THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO MILES, POINTS, AND CASHBACK
The Definitive Manual for Saving Money and Traveling for Less in the United States
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PART I - FUNDAMENTALS

• Introduction to the World of Points and Miles
• Financial Mindset: How to Think About Benefits

PART II - CREDIT CARD MILES

• How Points Programs Work
• The Best Cards for Earning Miles in 2025
• Advanced Earning Strategies
• Transfer and Conversion Programs

PART III - AIRLINE MILES

• U.S. Loyalty Programs
• Strategic Airline Miles Accumulation
• Smart Award Redemptions

PART IV - CASHBACK

• Credit Card Cashback
• Online Cashback Platforms
• Maximization Strategies

PART V - POINTS PROGRAMS

• Chase Ultimate Rewards: The Complete Ecosystem
• Amex Membership Rewards: Maximum Flexibility
• Other Relevant Programs

PART VI - COUPONS AND DISCOUNTS

• How to Find Discount Codes
• Benefit Stacking
• Essential Sites and Extensions

PART VII - COMPARISON AND OPTIMIZATION

• Price Comparison Tools
• Combining Cashback with Comparison
• Calculators and Tools

PART VIII - ADVANCED STRATEGIES

• Annual Earning Planning
• Tax Optimization
• Common Mistakes to Avoid