Chase Ultimate Rewards – Mr. 'n' Mrs. Nobody

Chase Sapphire Reserve Has a Highest-Ever Bonus — But Is It Actually Worth the $795 Annual Fee?

Mr. 'n' Mrs. NobodyMay 3, 2026May 3, 2026040 mins

The Chase Sapphire Reserve is suddenly a hot topic again in the points and miles world. And honestly, there is a good reason. Chase is currently showing a limited-time 150,000-point welcome bonus after spending $6,000 in purchases in the first 3 months from account opening. Chase also lists the current annual fee at $795, with…

Points in Real Life (Episode 3): What 50,000 (or Less) Hotel Points Could Do

Mr. 'n' Mrs. NobodyMarch 20, 2026March 20, 2026010 mins

Many people already have travel points. They’re sitting in credit card accounts, airline programs, hotel loyalty programs, or shopping rewards programs — often quietly building up in the background. But a surprising number of travelers never actually use them. Not because they aren’t valuable. Because they’re not sure how to use them. In the first…