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Military Miler

Helping military members and families travel the world for free using points and miles! From annual fee waivers on premium credit cards to free nights and free flights, Tusi talks about all the tips, tricks, and best kept secrets in credit card rewards. Learn how you and your family can travel more often and more comfortably thanks to points and miles—and save thousands of dollars! This show is brought to you by www.militarytravelrewards.com. Hosted by Jared "Tusi" Mataitusi, an Aircraft Maintenance Officer in the USAF. Tusi is a husband, girl dad, die-hard optimizer, and credit card reward enthusiast. IG: @military_miler Email: [email protected]

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    060 | Best $95 Credit Card Strategies for Post-Military Life

    Everyone loves a good Teams message from a coworker. Especially when it's about credit cards. This friend is coming close to retirement and wanted to know which low-cost credit card strategy he should pursue after going off into the wild blue yonder.And while I'm normally advocating for getting nearly every card under the sun, most people value simplicity more than ultimate optimization of points.Today we look for the happy medium. Enjoy!Welcome to the Military Miler—a show dedicated to teaching military members how to maximize their credit card benefits & travel rewards so they can live the life of their dreams!🤩Use our referral links below to support the show & get sweet discounts on the gear!👇🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler✉️Email: [email protected]🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these sweet benefits!

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    059 | I Might Be the Last Person to EVER Open This Credit Card

    I applied for a new credit, got approved, went to the bathroom, came back to apply for the card for my wife, and they were no longer accepting new applications.The points and miles game is always changing and today we're going to talk about opportunities I've missed out on because I kept putting off simple 10-min tasks, opportunities I was barely still able to take advantage of, and what opportunities are still available now but I have a feeling will disappear soon.Welcome to the Military Miler—a show dedicated to teaching military members how to maximize their credit card benefits & travel rewards so they can live the life of their dreams!🤩Use our referral links below to support the show & get sweet discounts on the gear!👇🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler✉️Email: [email protected]🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these sweet benefits!

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    058 | Airline vs Hotel Cards for Military Members

    Why do our 0-10 Strategies include more hotel cards than airline cards? Are hotel cards more valuable than airline cards? Which are more beneficial for TDY travel?Welcome to the Military Miler—a show dedicated to teaching military members how to maximize their credit card benefits & travel rewards so they can live the life of their dreams!💰Use our referral links below to earn cashback bonuses, get sweet discounts on gear, and support the show!👇🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler✉️Email: [email protected]🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these sweet benefits!

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    057 | Chase Sapphire Preferred Back on the Board?!

    I've been ragging on the Chase Sapphire Preferred for years because there's no reason to open it compared to the Sapphire Reserve...And I still stand by that statement. BUT! Chase changed one small rule in the Terms and Conditions and it's a gamechanger, and has changed the 0-10 Strategies for the better! Check out the 0-10 Strategies at www.militarytravelrewards.com/0-10/If you don't have a Rakuten or CapitalOne Shopping account, use the LinkTree below to get $50 and $80 cashback!🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler✉️Email: [email protected]🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these sweet benefits!

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    056 | We Have 40 Credit Cards

    While sitting on the porcelain throne this week, I opened my wife an Amex Marriott Brilliant card and realized that we now have 40 credit cards! In today's episode, I talk about when we opened all these cards, how much in annual fees we get waived for being active duty military, how many annual fees we do pay, and what our plans are moving forward.Welcome to the Military Miler—a show dedicated to teaching military members how to maximize their credit card benefits & travel rewards so they can live the life of their dreams!🤩Use our referral links below to support the show & get sweet discounts on the gear!👇🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler✉️Email: [email protected]🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these sweet benefits!

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    055 | Opening Business Cards in the Military

    Can I open a business card? How do I open them? How do I use them? These are all questions I get regularly, so today's episode talks all about the ins and outs of opening business cards and how they can fit into your credit card strategy!When you decide to open an Amex or Chase Ink Business card, use our referral links below to support the show & get sweet discounts on some gear!👇🔗 Credit card referrals + Whoop Referral & Discount Code + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler✉️Email: [email protected]🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these sweet benefits!

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    054 | How Free Is "Free"?

    When it comes to traveling the world on points and miles, we often refer to it as traveling for "free". But how free is it really? That's what we explore on today's episode!Plus an update on using the Chase Sapphire Reserve's Whoop credit for extending your membership or buying clothes, AND members stationed OCONUS keep getting their Lululemon purchases canceled for not being able to ship to APOs. But we might have just discovered a very easy workaround...stay tuned to find out.🤩Use our referral links below to support the show & get sweet discounts on the gear!👇🔗 Credit card referrals, Whoop, shopping portals, + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler✉️Email: [email protected]🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these sweet benefits!

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    053 | The Big Whoop, OCONUS Tax Payments, & An Atmos Atrocity

    What's the big Whoop with WHOOP? I learned how to make tax payments with a credit card while stationed OCONUS and hit 3 welcome offers worth several thousands of dollars in the process. AND, I share a crazy story about some of the costs your Player 2 might face when you open credit cards for them...If you need a Whoop referral/discount code, mine's in the LinkTree below! Offer ends May 12.And don't forget, Amex Marriott limited time welcome offers end May 13!🤩Use our referral links below to support the show & get sweet discounts on the gear!👇🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler✉️Email: [email protected]🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these sweet benefits!

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    052 | Travel Lessons Learned Living in Europe for 4 Years

    We've been stationed in Europe for 4 years now, and as we come to our last summer in Italy, I thought I'd share a random smattering of lessons we've learned along all our travels!Welcome to the Military Miler—a show dedicated to teaching military members how to maximize their credit card benefits & travel rewards so they can live the life of their dreams!🤩Use our referral links below to support the show & get sweet discounts on the gear!👇🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler✉️Email: [email protected]🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these sweet benefits!

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    051 | 0 to 10 Strategies Updated!

    I received some great feedback and new information from our awesome Military Miler community, so today I'm sharing the updated strategies as well as answering some listener questions and sharing some listener wins!🙏🏽Use our referral links below to support the show & get sweet discounts on the gear!👇🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler✉️Email: [email protected]🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these sweet benefits!

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    050 | 5 Ways to Go from Zero to Ten Cards (AND Earn A MILLION Points in the Process!)

    My sister-in-law is joining the military and I've been developing the most optimal credit card strategy for her, whether she only does a 4 year enlistment or stays in for 20. In just 1-2 years, she'll be earning thousands of dollars in clothes, restaurants, concert tickets, free nights at luxury hotels, and flight benefits. Not to mention she'll earn a million points in the process.Now I'm sharing that plan with you, with a couple variations that might better suit people's lifestyles or values.If you want these plans in email form, shoot me an email below or DM me on Instagram!----------Welcome to the Military Miler—a show dedicated to teaching military members how to maximize their credit card benefits & travel rewards so they can live the life of their dreams!Use our referral links below to support the show & get sweet discounts on the gear!👇🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler✉️Email: [email protected]🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these sweet benefits!

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    049 | The most last minute trip we've ever planned, roadtripping with a newborn, & Delta Stays saves the day

    We left on an 8 day roadtrip with 2 kids and a newborn but didn't even book all the hotels before we left. And we still got $5,100 in premium hotels (and caves!) for only $265 out of pocket. And I discovered a super sweet hack for maximizing Delta Stays credits with the Amex Delta cards...listen to find out!Cards mentioned in today's episode:American Express Delta SkyMiles ReserveAmerican Express Delta SkyMiles PlatinumChase IHG PremierAmerican Express Platinum CardUse our referral links to support the show (and get sweet discounts on travel gear!)👇🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com✉️Email: [email protected]👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these benefits!

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    048 | Best Hotel Cards for Military Members

    There are several killer hotel cards that are worth having in your wallet, and for the next 1-2 months, these cards are out with INSANE welcome offers🤩Stay tuned for which cards are my favorites, which ones you should consider, and how to strategize your credit card portfolio for the long term.And when you've decided which offers to jump on, I'd be grateful if you used my referral links below to support the show!But act quickly, the Hilton offers end 4/15/26 and the Amex Marriott offers end 5/13/26! You don't want to miss these incredible offers because they're worth thousands of dollars.Frequent Miler's Marriott Welcome Offer Guide: https://frequentmiler.com/marriott-bonvoy-complete-guide/Welcome to the Military Miler—a show dedicated to teaching military members how to maximize their credit card benefits & travel rewards so they can live the life of their dreams!🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com✉️Email: [email protected]👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member, spouse, or a crusty supervisor who’s missing out on these benefits!

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    047 | 6 Ways to Increase Your Credit Card Spend without Increasing the Cost of Your Life

    There are so many regular expenses that you currently don't pay with a credit card that you COULD if you just knew how...Welcome to the Military Miler—a show dedicated to teaching military members how to maximize their credit card benefits & travel rewards so they can live the life of their dreams!🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com✉️Email: [email protected]👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these benefits!

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    046 | Costco...the Ultimate Points & Miles Gold Mine with Dave Peterson

    Today we have a killer first-ever listener interview with long-time listener & Military Miler, Dave Peterson. Dave shares his unique situation being ADOS and how he falls under both MLA and SCRA benefits for ultimate credit card protections, and how his new job got him interested in points & miles.Less than 2 years later, Dave has opened dozens of cards, earned millions of points & miles, traveled to incredible places, and gotten his kids into the hobby as well. Dave also shares all about how Costco Gold has been a core part of his earnings strategy.All The Hacks Ep. 206: The Gold Market: Strategies for Investing and Reselling with Trey BenedictWelcome to the Military Miler—a show dedicated to teaching military members how to maximize their credit card benefits & travel rewards so they can live the life of their dreams!🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com✉️Email: [email protected]👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these benefits!

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    045 | Flying Mom to the Colosseum, OCONUS Credit Cards Strategy, and the Second Mountain with Spencer Reese from Military Money Manual

    Special Collab Episode with Spencer Reese from the Military Money Manual! Spencer and I talk about living intentionally, pursuing financial independence in the military, and so much more...In nearly 2 hours, we barely even scratched the surface of what we planned to talk about. We'll be recording again soon.You can find Spencer at www.militarymoneymanual.com or on Instagram at www.instagram.com/militarymoneymanual. And check out his podcast Military Money Manual wherever you listen to podcasts.Disclaimer: since this episode was recorded, people have reported that they have stopped getting reimbursed for the Amex Airline Fee credit for United Travelbank purchases. We don’t know if that workaround is done for good or if this is a temporary pause. (2/28/26)🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com✉️Email: [email protected]👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these benefits!

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    044 | How to Upgrade to Multiple Premium Credit Cards

    Step-by-Step instructions on how to upgrade your cards to get multiple ultra premium credit cards. You cannot upgrade your cards unless you follow these steps, so be sure to listen!Cards you can upgrade:Amex Green and Amex Gold to another Amex PlatinumHilton Honors and Hilton Surpasses to Hilton AspiresDelta Gold and Delta Platinums to Delta ReservesChase Freedom cards to Chase Sapphire ReservesChase Marriott cards to Ritz-Carlton cardsHelping military members maximize their credit card benefits & travel rewards so they can live the life of their dreams!🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com✉️Email: [email protected]👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these benefits!

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    043 | Stacking Your New Amex Platinum and CSR benefits with Capital One Shopping

    When you use your new Platinum and Reserve credits like StubHub and Lululemon, you can earn HUNDREDS of dollars in cashback by simply going through a shopping portal first.Sign up with my Capital One Shopping Referral Link and earn $40 in cash back with your first purchase!🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com✉️Email: [email protected]👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these benefits!

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    042 | The Amex Platinum Strikes Back...

    Disclaimer--As of Feb 21, 2026, it appears that purchasing United Travel Bank is no longer triggering the airline incidental fee credit. It's possible reimbursements for folks who purchased Travel Bank after Feb 6 are simply taking a couple weeks longer than usual, but it's also possible this is no longer working. We'll post an update if TB comes back into play!Just when you thought things couldn't get better, Amex came out and blew us away with the changes to the Amex Platinum card. Don't sleep on these benefits, or you'll be missing out on thousands of dollars...Welcome to the Military Miler—a show dedicated to teaching military members how to maximize their credit card benefits & travel rewards so they can live the life of their dreams!🔗 Credit card links + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com✉️Email: [email protected]👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these benefits!

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    041 | The Chase Sapphire Reserve... A New Hope

    Welcome to the Military Miler—a show dedicated to teaching military members how to maximize their credit card benefits & travel rewards so they can live the life of their dreams!Link for finding CSR restaurants eligible for the dining credit through Toast: http://csr-dining.edgerunners.cloud🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com✉️Email: [email protected]👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these benefits!

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    040 | Part 2 - How we booked a $23,000 Europe Vacation on points

    We celebrated my sister-in-law's 30th birthday with a $23,000 world-class roadtrip through 7 countries — all for free. The story continues in today's episode.Be sure to check out Part 1 of this story in episode 39!Párisi Udvar Hotel Budapest: https://www.hyatt.com/unbound-collection/en-US/budub-parisi-udvar-hotelKeight Hotel Opatija: https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/zagopqq-keight-hotel-opatija/🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com✉️Email: [email protected]👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these benefits!

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    039 | Part 1 - How we booked a $23,000 Europe Vacation on points

    We celebrated my sister-in-law's 30th birthday with a $23,000 world-class roadtrip through 7 countries -- all for free. Find out how in today's episode!I better win "Best Brother-in-law" Award at our next family reunion...😤The View Lugano: https://www.theviewlugano.com/Edelweiss Lodge: https://www.edelweisslodgeandresort.com/Park Hyatt Vienna: https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/austria/park-hyatt-vienna/vieph🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com✉️Email: [email protected]👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these benefits!

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    038 | Quick Update on Life, the World, and the Pod

    Sorry for being MIA for so long! Things have been a little chaotic in the world, and I've been...occupied...at work. But it looks like things are clearing up and I'll be back to publishing episodes regularly soon. Thank you for the patience!🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com✉️Email: [email protected]👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these benefits!

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    037 | Fuchsia Toilet Paper in Switzerland

    A top-end luxury hotel asked if we wanted fuchsia toilet paper in our room...so obviously we said yes. But stay tuned for why...🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com✉️Email: [email protected]👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these benefits!

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    036 | LAST CALL! 100,000 point offer | Chase Sapphire Preferred vs Chase Sapphire Reserve

    9.5 times out of 10, we say "Open the Chase Sapphire Reserve!" This is the first time in 4 years that we're saying "Don't do that--open the Chase Sapphire Preferred INSTEAD!" Stay tuned to find out why.🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com✉️Email: [email protected]👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these benefits!

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    035 | How Uncle Sam tried to stop me from earning Hyatt Globalist status

    Uncle Sam offered me a path to earn Hyatt Globalist last year, then did everything he could to prevent it from happening. Enjoy this rocky adventure of earning 60 elite night credits and the lessons learned along the way, and maybe it'll save you some trouble in the future😎Rising Tribe Podcast: https://tr.ee/Y3SsPiSpartan Trifecta World Championship Debrief Day 1: https://tr.ee/NsXmSGSpartan Trifecta World Championship Debrief Day 2: https://tr.ee/2BnoMKSpartan Trifecta World Championship Debrief Day 3: https://tr.ee/GF8lIQ🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com✉️Email: [email protected]👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these benefits!

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    034 | What should I do with my credit cards when I leave the military?

    If you're getting ready to separate, retire, or join the Guard or Reserve, you need to know what steps to take with your credit card rewards portfolio before and after you leave active duty. This episode covers it all!For the list of hotels that are eligible for the $400/year Hilton Aspire Resort Credit:https://www.hilton.com/en/p/hilton-honors/resort-credit-eligible-hotels/🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com✉️Email: [email protected]👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these benefits!

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    033 | Credit Card Application Rules and Why You Need to Know Them

    In today's episode, we delve into the rules governing how many and how often you can open credit cards with major issuers and banks, tailored for military members and their families. Frequent Miler's Guide to understanding the super confusing Marriott Welcome Offer Eligibility Enigma: https://frequentmiler.com/marriott-bonvoy-complete-guide/🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com✉️Email: [email protected]👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these benefits!

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    032 | Southern Italy Road Trip | When to use points, free night certificates, cash, or travel portals

    When should I book with points, free night certificates, or go for paid stays? And when should I use Delta Stays, the Chase travel portal, or Amex FHR credits?In today's episode, I share how we booked a family road trip through southern Italy, and explain the decision-making process behind each hotel booking method.🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com✉️Email: [email protected]👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these benefits!

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    031 | Don't Sleep on the Delta Stays Credits...or Do?

    We dive into the often-overlooked-but-super-valuable hotel credit that comes with nearly every Amex Delta card - Delta Stays! This credit is worth $100-$250 per Delta card every year. You won't want to sleep on this hotel credit...or maybe, you will?🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com✉️Email: [email protected]👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these benefits!

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    030 | Should I Get Multiple Chase Sapphire Reserves or Ritz-Carlton Cards?

    Welcome to the Military Miler—a show dedicated to teaching military members how to maximize their credit card benefits & travel rewards so they can live the life of their dreams!We address a listener's question today-- should he prioritize opening multiple Chase Sapphire Reserves or Chase Ritz Carlton cards? The Ritz card has more benefits, but the Reserve is easier to use... Today, I'll explain the benefits and drawbacks of both cards, the processes of upgrading to these cards, and coin the titles "Chase Freedom Upgrade Path" and "Ritz-Carlton Upgrade Path" because...well, because I can😌Marriott's Confusing Welcome Offer MatrixRitz Card Reddit ForumFM Ritz Annual Travel Credit🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com✉️Email: [email protected]👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these benefits!

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    029 | Unlocking the Southwest Companion Pass for Military Members

    Today's show is all about THE single best airline companion pass in the industry—the Southwest Companion Pass! Welcome to the Military Miler—a show dedicated to teaching military members how to maximize their credit card benefits & travel rewards so they can live the life of their dreams!🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com✉️Email: [email protected]👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these benefits!

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    028 | 3 Points & miles things you need to do at the start of the new year

    3 crucial points and miles tasks to tackle at the start of the new year, including an essential January-only tip. Learn how to update your Amex Platinum card, activate 5% cash back categories, and effectively use quarterly and semi-annual credits.Welcome to the Military Miler—a show dedicated to teaching military members how to maximize their credit card benefits & travel rewards so they can live the life of their dreams!🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com✉️Email: [email protected]👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these benefits!

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    027 | Stacking Holiday Deals, Cashback Portals, and Credit Card Offers for MASSIVE Savings

    Everyone loves a good deal, but with credit card rewards and cash back portals, a good deal is only the starting point. Today, we cover how to stack your holiday deals with cash back rewards and credit card offers to get MASSIVE savings on your holiday shopping. And some of these deals are only available for military members. Stay tuned to find out how!🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com✉️Email: [email protected]👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these benefits!

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    026 | The Chase Freedom Upgrade Path (to getting multiple Chase Sapphire Reserves!)

    You can have more than one Chase Sapphire Reserve, but only if you're military and you know these 3 rules. Welcome to the Chase Freedom Upgrade Path😎Welcome to the Military Miler—a show dedicated to teaching military members how to maximize their credit card benefits & travel rewards so they can live the life of their dreams!🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com✉️Email: [email protected]👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these benefits!

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    025 | Spartan Trifecta World Championships...on points

    I ran 50k of Spartan Races in Sparta, Greece, and paid for it in points, miles, and over 38,000 burpees. Room upgrades, free breakfasts, ancient ruins, and blistered hands, all in today's episode. Enjoy!Welcome to the Military Miler—a show dedicated to teaching military members how to maximize their credit card benefits & travel rewards so they can live the life of their dreams!🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com✉️Email: [email protected]👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these benefits!

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    024 | Best 3-Card Combo for military members: The Chase Ultimate Rewards Trifecta

    Welcome to the Military Miler—a show dedicated to teaching military members how to maximize their credit card benefits & travel rewards so they can live the life of their dreams!🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com✉️Email: [email protected]👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these benefits!

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    023 | Make the most of your Amex referral offers

    Learn how to reset your Amex referral offers and how to maximize those offers in today's show!Welcome to the Military Miler—a show dedicated to teaching military members how to maximize their credit card benefits & travel rewards so they can live the life of their dreams!🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com✉️Email: [email protected]👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these benefits!

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    022 | How an emergency fund can supercharge your points and miles strategy

    Welcome to the Military Miler—a show dedicated to teaching military members how to maximize their credit card benefits & travel rewards so they can live the life of their dreams!🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com✉️Email: [email protected]👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these benefits!

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    021 | Chase 5/24 Rule for Military Members

    Welcome to the Military Miler—a show dedicated to teaching military members how to maximize their credit card benefits & travel rewards so they can live the life of their dreams!🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com✉️Email: [email protected]👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these benefits!

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    020 | How to Upgrade Your TDY Travel Using Points & Miles

    Welcome to the Military Miler—a show dedicated to teaching military members how to maximize their credit card benefits & travel rewards so they can live the life of their dreams!🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com✉️Email: [email protected]👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these benefits!

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    019 | How we earned 850,000 points on ONE TDY in the middle of nowhere, Texas

    Welcome to the Military Miler—a show dedicated to teaching military members how to maximize their credit card benefits & travel rewards so they can live the life of their dreams!🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com✉️Email: [email protected]👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these benefits!

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    018 | How to earn a BOATLOAD of points & miles on your TDY travel

    Welcome to the Military Miler—a show dedicated to teaching military members how to maximize their credit card benefits & travel rewards so they can live the life of their dreams!🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com✉️Email: [email protected]👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these benefits!

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    017 | First Steps If You're New to Credit Card Rewards

    Welcome to the Military Miler—a show dedicated to teaching military members how to maximize their credit card benefits & travel rewards so they can live the life of their dreams!🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com✉️Email: [email protected]👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these benefits!

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    016 | How to get your credit card annual fees waived for military members and spouses

    Welcome to the Military Miler—a show dedicated to teaching military members how to maximize their credit card benefits & travel rewards so they can live the life of their dreams!🔗 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler🤙IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com✉️Email: [email protected]👋If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these benefits!

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    015 | The Secret to Upgrading Your Amex Gold or Green card to another Amex Platinum

    Welcome to the Military Miler—a show dedicated to teaching military members how to maximize their credit card benefits & travel rewards so they can live the life of their dreams!🔗 Links & stuff I use:👉 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler📱IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com✉️Email: [email protected]⭐️If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these benefits!

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    014 | The Amex Green Card...or another Platinum in the making?

    Welcome to the Military Miler—a show dedicated to teaching military members how to maximize their credit card benefits & travel rewards so they can live the life of their dreams!🎧 Links & stuff I use:👉 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler📱IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com✉️Email: [email protected]⭐️If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these benefits!

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    013 | The All-NEW Amex Gold Card Benefits

    Welcome to the Military Miler—a show dedicated to teaching military members how to maximize their credit card benefits & travel rewards so they can live the life of their dreams!🎧 Links & stuff I use:👉 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler📱IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com✉️Email: [email protected]⭐️If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these benefits!

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    012 | The Points & Miles Framework

    Welcome to the Military Miler—a show dedicated to teaching military members how to maximize their credit card benefits & travel rewards so they can live the life of their dreams!🎧 Links & stuff I use:👉 Credit card referrals + gear I use daily: linktr.ee/militarymiler📱IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com✉️Email: [email protected]⭐️If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these benefits!

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    011 | Rental Car Elite Status | Maximize Your Amex Platinum

    Welcome to the Military Miler—a show dedicated to teaching military members how to maximize their credit card benefits & travel rewards so they can live the life of their dreams!🎧 Links & stuff I use:👉 Credit card referrals + gear I travel with: linktr.ee/militarymiler📱IG: @military_miler📽️YouTube: @MilitaryMiler📝Blog: www.militarytravelrewards.com✉️Email: [email protected]⭐️If you learned something today, be sure to follow the podcast and send it to another military member or spouse who’s missing out on these benefits!

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Helping military members and families travel the world for free using points and miles! From annual fee waivers on premium credit cards to free nights and free flights, Tusi talks about all the tips, tricks, and best kept secrets in credit card rewards. Learn how you and your family can travel more often and more comfortably thanks to points and miles—and save thousands of dollars! This show is brought to you by www.militarytravelrewards.com. Hosted by Jared "Tusi" Mataitusi, an Aircraft Maintenance Officer in the USAF. Tusi is a husband, girl dad, die-hard optimizer, and credit card reward enthusiast. IG: @military_miler Email: [email protected]

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Helping military members and families travel the world for free using points and miles! From annual fee waivers on premium credit cards to free nights and free flights, Tusi talks about all the tips, tricks, and best kept secrets in credit card rewards. Learn how you and your family can travel more...

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