EQUIPThe Points Guy · 2h ago
TPG’s 10 commandments of credit card rewards

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This brief outlines ten essential strategies for maximizing travel credit card rewards and minimizing associated costs. Organizations should prioritize cards without foreign transaction fees and mandate full balance payments to eliminate interest expenses.
- 01Eliminate high interest costs by paying credit card statement balances in full every month
- 02Select premium cards that waive foreign transaction fees for all international business expenditures
- 03Implement systematic tracking of loyalty programs to ensure maximum value from travel rewards
- 04Align credit card selection with specific corporate travel patterns to optimize point redemption
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10 rules for maximizing travel credit cards, such as avoiding interest payments and getting a card with no foreign transaction fees.