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Details are out on three new Bilt credit cards and how they allow cardholders to earn points on rent, mortgages and beyond. Here's whether they are worth it and what you need to know.
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The best credit card points for travel of 2026
Credit card points are often considered the best type of points for an award traveler to have. Banks offer customers several ways to redeem these points, whether it’s through a travel portal or transferring them directly to airline and hotel loyalty programs.
The Southwest Rapid Rewards Priority Credit Card offers enough value to pay for itself in just one round-trip flight. Here's why it's a must for Southwest Airlines flyers.
The SmartDelay benefit grants lounge access to the cardholder and up to three travel companions when a flight is delayed by 120 minutes or more. You just need to register at least two hours before your flight departs. The lounge passes are emailed when you have an eligible delay.