Roundup: Articles From Around the Web
Here are some posts from around the web that I thought you may find interesting. Let me know if there is anything good I missed. Email me anything awesome that you find, or write, at Mark@milestomemories.com.
Articles
On my mind: Is now a good time to apply for credit cards? Really? – Frequent Miler
This has been getting a lot of discussion lately and it is something we discuss on the next podcast episode. I am not planning on adjusting my application plans any at this point. I do think everyone will naturally slow down some because there will be less traveling for the near future. My plan has been to take advantage of one of the increased Chase offers ending this week when my wife drops under 5/24 again April 1st. Then I will probably focus on some cashback offers. I agree with Greg that banks may hold back offers in the near term but will probably roll out bigger offers down the line.
18 Beautiful and Best Places to Visit in Greece – Megan Starr
I figured everyone could use a little travel inspiration these days so I want to add one destination, travel article each time to one of these. It will give us something to look forward to and get the imagination juices flowing. Plus you can start figuring out ways to get to any destinations you find intriguing. This one comes from Megan Starr and shows you all of the amazing places in Greece.
List Of Freebies For Healthcare Workers – Doctor of Credit
A sincere thank you to all of the medical workers out there. What you are going through is as tough as it gets and we appreciate your effort and sacrifice during this crisis.
Coronavirus: How Our Plans Are Changing Drastically – No Home Just Roam
Dealing with the coronavirus pandemic has been tough on everyone but it really throws a curve-ball at anyone living the nomad lifestyle like Stephen. With rules constantly changing and not having the ability to really stock up on food etc. it adds a whole new layer of issues. Stephen shares his thought process on the situation, which I am sure is being adjusted daily.
How We’re Dealing with COVID-19 in Our Nomadic FIRE Life – Go With Less
Going along the lines of Stephen’s article our friends Tim & Amy are also living the nomad lifestyle (started it only a few months before the outbreak). They share their thoughts on living the nomad lifestyle during this situation:
Conclusion
Which article did you find most interesting? Remember to let me know of anything you come across that you want added into the next edition at Mark@milestomemories.com.
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I was wanting to get the AX Gold card which I can but not without the irritating “no bonus for you pop up.” Any ideas how to get around that. I have been able to only do so with pre approved upgrades such as Surpass to Aspire and Bonvoy to Bonvoy Brilliant.
The way I got it to drop was to put $10-$15K on my Surpass card and then it opened up everything else. People have also reported using a referral offer triggers it sometimes when a regular one does not so may be worth trying if you were going the referral route.
I have amazing credit and applied for a Chase & Citi card almost 10-days ago. Both applications are still pending.
Hope you get 2 approvals John!