The following confuses me:
Originally Posted by
rfchisholm
...My wife and I have budgeted and committed to a fixed amount, but rather than just writing them a check, I'd like to maximize my Ultimate Rewards points in the process.
Originally Posted by
rfchisholm
Teach them about CCd and Miles, so they can have points built up for honeymoon travel. (i.e. Chase Sapph Reserve 100,000). In other words, let them maximize their own points from their spend.
Who will exactly pay for the wedding?
If OP is paying, I see no issue when OP pockets all the UR. But my advice to OP is as soon as it is within the set budget, OP should not intervene the planning and allow the baby girl to take control. Even I am not married (yet), planning a wedding is a good learning opportunity IME. OP is welcome to teach any CC tricks when OP sees fit.
If OP is not paying at all, OP should teach any CC tricks when OP sees fit only. OP should never get himself involved because of the UR opportunity, as it can seriously mess things up easily.
The lesson - keep in simple.