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points guy podcast

by Nayeli Hilpert Published 2 years ago Updated 1 year ago
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Will the Points Guy sell my email?

The Points Guy will not sell your email. See PRIVACY POLICY. The whale is back! On board the first post-pandemic British Airways A380 flight I would like to subscribe to The Points Guy newsletters and special email promotions. The Points Guy will not sell your email.

Does the Points Guy recommend any credit card offers?

Our points-obsessed staff uses a plethora of credit cards on a daily basis. If anyone on our team wouldn't recommend an offer to a friend or family member, we wouldn't recommend it on The Points Guy either.

Can I subscribe to the Points Guy on board the A380?

On board the first post-pandemic British Airways A380 flight I would like to subscribe to The Points Guy newsletters and special email promotions. The Points Guy will not sell your email.

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Does the Points Guy have a podcast?

Join host Brian Kelly, The Points Guy, for his weekly podcast, where he talks to top executives in the points-and-miles world, influencers and TPG staff. We're here to provide you with tangible tips to make you a smarter traveler. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Is the Points Guy a woman?

And The Points Guy Is Actually Majority Women Although the company was started by one guy, there are lots of women who help make the wheels turn.

Who was the original points guy?

Brian KellyBrian Kelly is the founder and GM of The Points Guy (TPG), the preeminent voice when it comes to loyalty programs, credit cards and travel. Kelly launched TPG in 2010 during his time as a Wall Street road warrior, where he developed his keen sense for maximizing travel experiences while minimizing spending.

What is the name of the Points Guy?

Brian KellyBrian Kelly, the founder of The Points Guy, a website devoted to maximizing credit card, airline and hotel loyalty points, was 12 in 1996 when he booked his first free trip, using his father's points to arrange for the family of six to vacation in the Cayman Islands.

How does the points Guy make money?

The business receives revenue in the form of 'marketing fees' from credit card companies based on traffic from the site related to credit cards participating in loyalty programs. Among the company's partners Citi, Bank of America, Chase and Capital One.

How many followers does the points guy have?

3 million followersToday, TPG has a dedicated fan base, receiving 10 million unique monthly visitors and more than 3 million followers on social media.

Where is the point guy from?

But we bet you didn't know the actual Points Guy was from Bucks County! A Central Bucks East graduate born and raised in Jamison, founder Brian Kelly currently resides in Carversville with his dog, Marshall.

Is the Amex Platinum hard to get?

It will be difficult for the average person to get the American Express Platinum card because of the card's 700+ credit score and reportedly high income requirements. Another reason why the American Express Platinum card may be hard to get is because of the card's daunting $695 annual fee.

How much does the points Guy app cost?

Pro: It's Free! Another benefit of The Points Guy's website is that it's 100% free to use. Pages and pages of information that could help you save money and hit the road for next to nothing, all of it accessible at no cost.

How does the points Guy app work?

The app populates flight options that show which flights and airline transfer partners are available to you based on your cards. If you can get a cheaper flight without using an airline transfer partner, the app will also note that. You can book your entire flight using your credit card rewards within the app.

Does Capital One Venture card have annual fee?

The Capital One VentureOne Rewards Credit Card has no annual fee, but if you take advantage of the higher rewards rate and Global Entry/TSA Precheck credit on the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card, you can help offset the $95 annual fee.

How do you get a gold American Express card?

The main Amex Gold card requirements for approval are having a credit score of at least 700, being at least 18 years old, and being a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Amex Gold card applicants must also provide a Social Security number, Individual Taxpayer Identification Number or passport.

How do you use Cardpointers?

0:321:40CardPointers Short Tutorial - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipIf um if you want to add a card you hit the plus sign in the top. Left you can either type it or goMoreIf um if you want to add a card you hit the plus sign in the top. Left you can either type it or go through and select. It. You know what i love about it a lot is if you let's say go to the chase.

Does the Points Guy have an app?

There are three main features of the TPG app — learn, earn and burn — says Mitchell Stoutin, the app's head developer. The 'Learn' feature is the homepage of the app and shows articles from the TPG website, so users can read about credit card and travel news and advice on the go.

Is the Amex Platinum hard to get?

It will be difficult for the average person to get the American Express Platinum card because of the card's 700+ credit score and reportedly high income requirements. Another reason why the American Express Platinum card may be hard to get is because of the card's daunting $695 annual fee.

How do you get a gold American Express card?

The main Amex Gold card requirements for approval are having a credit score of at least 700, being at least 18 years old, and being a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Amex Gold card applicants must also provide a Social Security number, Individual Taxpayer Identification Number or passport.

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Join host Brian Kelly, The Points Guy, for his weekly podcast, where he talks to top executives in the points-and-miles world, influencers and TPG staff. We’re here to provide you with tangible tips to make you a smarter traveler.

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