Rethinking Elite Status and Smarter Ways to Earn and Use Points
#220: Is chasing elite status worth it? Chris shares his journey of earning elite status with 8 hotel and airline loyalty programs for 2025, weighing the pros and cons amid recent devaluations. He also highlights listener stories showcasing over $100,000 in combined savings through smart points and miles strategies.Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/rethinking-elite-status-listener-winsPartner DealsThrive Market: 30% off your first order of organic groceries + a free $60 giftGelt: Skip the waitlist on personalized tax guidance to maximize your wealthLMNT: Free sample pack of my favorite electrolyte drink mixBilt Rewards: Earn the most valuable points when you pay rentVuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever wornFor all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: chrishutchins.com/dealsResources MentionedBilt Air France-KLM Flying Blue Status MatchMarriott Free Breakfast ArticleMarriott Secret Award ChartLoyalty Point HuntersCredit CardsAlaska Airlines® Business CardAAdvantage Business™ World Elite MastercardCiti Strata Premier℠ CardAutomate Card-Linked OffersCardPointers Pro: 30% off here or 50% off for ATH membersSaveWisePrenuvo: Get $300 off a whole body scanTV Show Recommendations:ParadiseLandmanSiloThe Day of the JackalFree Unclaimed Money SitePic of Brandon at Lowe’sATH PodcastEp #101: Planning the Best Japan Trip Ever with Brandon PressorEp #102: Traveling to Japan with Points & MilesEp #166: Best Award Search Tools for Booking Flights with Points & Miles with Greg the Frequent MilerEp #182: Shortcuts to Elite Travel Status with Greg the Frequent MilerEp #216: Purpose, Friendship, and Human Skills with Simon SinekEp #215: Medical Travel: Better Care and Lower Costs for Surgery, IVF, Dental, Advanced Screenings and More with Josef WoodmanIceland 2025 TripMembershipNewsletterLeave a review: Apple Podcasts | SpotifyEmail for questions, hacks, wins, deals, and feedback: [email protected] Show Notes(00:00) Introduction(02:06) Quick Overview(03:13) Southwest Airlines: A-List Status(07:43) United and Delta Status(11:16) Earning American Airlines Status(13:58) The Perks of Marriott Elite Status(19:55) Achieving Top-Tier Hyatt Status(23:56) Hilton Honors Elite Status(25:01) Is Chasing Status Actually Worth It?(32:26) Leveraging Card-Linked Offers and Tools to Automate(40:52) TV Show Recommendations(41:53) How to Avoid Uber Fees Abroad(42:16) Get Free Unclaimed Money From Your State(44:26) Amazing Listener WinsConnect with ChrisNewsletter | Membership | X | Instagram | LinkedInEditor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
All the Hacks with Chris Hutchins
Learn all the hacks to upgrade your life, money and travel – all while spending less and saving more. Host Chris Hutchins is a life hacker who has saved millions by breaking down every aspect of life, looking to maximize happiness at the lowest cost. Chris and guests like Tim Ferriss, Tony Hawk, Codie Sanchez and Gary Vaynerchuk will help you learn the strategies and tactics they used to shape their success.
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