Offset method
#46
Join Date: Dec 2015
Posts: 121
I didnt read every single post here so sorry if someone already mentioned using the Chase Freedom Unlimited for 1.5 points per $ and pairing with the Ink card to have those UR points to be transferred to United Miles 1:1. This might be a cheaper option than paying the $450 AF with the United Club Card, but of course one would not get the United Club Membership or the other benefits of that card.
#47
Original Poster
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Join Date: Apr 2016
Posts: 335
I didnt read every single post here so sorry if someone already mentioned using the Chase Freedom Unlimited for 1.5 points per $ and pairing with the Ink card to have those UR points to be transferred to United Miles 1:1. This might be a cheaper option than paying the $450 AF with the United Club Card, but of course one would not get the United Club Membership or the other benefits of that card.
#48
Join Date: May 2016
Location: Chicago, IL
Programs: United, Marriott
Posts: 26
Interesting. What do you do with all that MOs? Do you spread it out across multiple checking accounts?
#49
Moderator: Manufactured Spending



Join Date: Jul 2011
Posts: 6,707
The "offset method" appears to simply be a strategy to MS using a cash back card, and then use the profits to MS for airline miles. As such, it is not a unique or novel technique.
Furthermore, since this thread has gone significantly off topic and doesn't appear to be generating any useful discussion, it's best to give it a rest. Discussion of MS on each type of card can continue in their respective threads.
Furthermore, since this thread has gone significantly off topic and doesn't appear to be generating any useful discussion, it's best to give it a rest. Discussion of MS on each type of card can continue in their respective threads.

