About this episode

Chris and Brian discuss the evolving landscape of points and miles, including new earning methods and premium card updates.

#290: Chris and Brian break down the biggest trends reshaping points and miles. They discuss new ways to earn transferable points without a credit card, the award search tools worth using right now, a six-month check-in on Bilt, and what's coming next for premium cards. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/new-rules-points-miles-2026/⁠ Partner Deals DeleteMe: ⁠20% off removing your personal info from the web NetSuite: ⁠Free KPI checklist to upgrade your business performance Fora: Become a Fora Advisor today Trust & Will: ⁠Get 20% off personalized, legally binding estate plans MasterClass: ⁠Learn from the world's best with 15% off For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: ⁠chrishutchins.com/deals Resources Mentioned Award Search & Points Tools Seats.aero Points Path (15% off with ALLTHEHACKS15) PointsYeah Earning Points Beyond Credit Cards Symphony Silo Markets Rove X Money ATH Podcast #89: Booking Flights with Points and All Things Award Travel with Tiffany Funk #262: Points & Miles in 2026: What's New, What's Dying & What's Next with Brian M #288: Where to Keep Your Cash for the Highest…

People in this episode

Host: Chris Hutchins

Guest: Brian M

Topics covered

• points and miles
• credit cards
• travel rewards
• earning points
• premium cards
• financial trends

Keywords

• points
• miles
• credit cards
• travel rewards
• Bilt
• premium cards
• earning points
• award search tools

Sponsors

DeleteMe, NetSuite, Fora, Trust & Will, MasterClass

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Bilt

Books & works: ATH Podcast #89, ATH Podcast #262, ATH Podcast #288

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