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Negative Amex Change, Flying Was Worse Than I Thought & Gift Cards Won’t Save Restaurants

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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

Buying Gift Cards Won’t Save Your Favorite Restaurant – Eater

An interesting take on the whole buy gift cards to your favorite restaurant to help them out thing.  I resisted doing that because it is a risky loan essentially.  Who knows who makes it and who doesn’t.  Instead I simply ensure I give my favorite restaurants business every week with pick up or delivery orders.

I Just Flew. It Was Worse Than I Thought It Would Be. – The Atlantic

The thing I took away from this post more than anything is the angst we all can have for each other right now.  When people get scared they go to their basic instincts.  And during these times it is a lot easier to look at others as a threat then as a person.  That is probably what scares me most about all of this.

American Express Now Charging $25 Fee To Reopen Closed Card – Doctor of Credit

I wonder if this is in response to all of the perks they just rolled out.  I am sure a lot of people that closed cards in April were looking to reopen them after hearing the news. It is still kind of annoying and something I hope isn’t here to stay long term.

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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Mark Ostermann
Mark Ostermann
Mark Ostermann is a father, husband and miles/points fanatic. He left the corporate world after starting a family in order to be a stay at home dad. Mark is constantly looking at ways to save money and stay within budget while also taking awesome vacations with his family. When he isn't caring for his family or taking a weekend trip, Mark is working towards his goal of visiting every Major League Baseball ballpark.

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