Everyday to Extraordinary

These are Gina's personal referral links. Applying through them may offer a better welcome bonus than going direct — and supports Everyday to Extraordinary. This never influences what's recommended.

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Referral Links

Ready to apply? Start here — these links may offer a better bonus than going direct.

American Express

Amex Gold Card

Best for groceries and dining. 4x on US supermarkets, 4x on dining worldwide. The foundation of the stack.

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⚠️ Amex referral links expire every ~90 days. If this link isn't working, email for a current one.

American Express

Amex Platinum Card

5x on flights booked direct or via Amex Travel. Centurion Lounge access, hotel status, Fine Hotels & Resorts. $895 annual fee.

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⚠️ Amex referral links expire every ~90 days. If this link isn't working, email for a current one.

Chase

Chase Sapphire Preferred

5x on Chase Travel portal, 3x dining. The bridge between everyday earning and travel redemptions. $95 annual fee.

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⚠️ Check your 5/24 status before applying — Chase will not approve if you've opened 5+ cards in the past 24 months.

Chase

Chase Freedom Unlimited

3x on drugstores, 1.5x catch-all. No annual fee. Pairs with Sapphire Preferred to unlock full Chase transfer partner value.

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Rakuten

Sign up through this link to earn Amex MR points instead of cash back. Stack on top of any card at 3,500+ stores — earns in addition to your card, not instead of it.

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Bilt

Bilt Palladium

Earns on rent and mortgage — the only card that does this. $495 annual fee. Requires a strategy conversation before applying.

Apply direct — no referral available

This card works best inside a specific stack. Book a 60-minute strategy session before applying.

Not sure which card is right for your situation? The Card Strategy page covers what each card earns and who it's for. Start there first.