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Then you would use chase freedom flex and chase freedom unlimited, both cards with no annuals, in addition to the sapphire to maximize points

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Freedom unlimited is 1.5% back on everything, flex is 5% on rotating categories. You can transfer the points to your CSR to redeem at the higher rate

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I review this like once a year. The best group has been chase for a while IMO. Also worth it to get the Marriott rewards. I like to keep a random 0% 12-18 months credit card maxed out too. 2-3 months before it comes due I make sure I start to have the cash ready to pay it and then do it again. I'm all about that smart leverage.

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My credit score is already very high so I'm not worried about it.

Look into onemileatatime or thepointsguy. They have it all broken down, but a lot depends on you and your spending patterns

Well, most of my spends are travel and eating out/bars. Which is why the CSR.

Pretty low maintenance girl here. I don’t really shop, or have extravagant bills (personal or otherwise) barring one luxury purchase every year.

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