Hi! I have a few basic questions about transfer partners for programs like Amex Membership Rewards and Chase Ultimate Rewards...

1) Is there any website that compiles the award charts for all the different transfer partners, including for those transfer partners that have different award charts for different airlines?

2) What website or tool do folks use when trying to compare transfer partner options for a flight route? (Evaluating your options program by program can be a bit time consuming!)

3) Are there newsletters, online forums, or other resources that folks recommend for getting timely information on transfer partner point promotions?

4) Do Amex, Chase, and their transfer partners generally require you to have an account already set up with the transfer partner *before* a transfer is made?

Thanks in advance for your help and guidance!