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Old Apr 4, 2009 | 2:37 pm
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ZapperO
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Originally Posted by rudyr
Just wondering how setup I am given the credit options out there. I never carry a balance, so low APRs don't matter to me, and I don't fly one airline enough to get status, so perks I can get through the card are used (e.g. Hilton Gold, Priority Pass for me + people who I travel with).

I'm carrying with me now:

Associated Bank Cash Rebate: use exclusively for food/pharmacy @ 5% back, up to $300, no fee.

PenFed Cash Rebate: use exclusively for gas and all other purchases @ 5% gas, 1.25% everything else, no fee.

Chairman Mastercard: Use for airline purchases, and some web purchases depending on additional TY points from the merchant, love the Priority Pass for me + 3 guests, $395/yr.

Without question, I come out way ahead each year, but could I be doing better on my returns?
Overall looks like you are in very good shape. Instead of the PenFed 1.25% for everything else, have you looked into Citi Platinum Amex--which will earn you 3 TY points for all purchases. See: https://www.citicards.com/cards/wv/c...o?screenID=927
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