Revolutionizing Your Journey: Travel With Points & Miles

Quick Hits: Hilton’s Upcoming “Diamond Reserve” Tier, Bilt’s Game-Changing Move & More!

Nov 14, 2025

DeAndre shares highlights from his stay at Secrets Tulum Resort & Beach Club. He discusses a potential new Hilton Diamond Reserve tier requiring significant spend and nights. The partnership between Bilt and United Wholesale Mortgage allows users to earn points on mortgage payments. There are glitches affecting Chase Ultimate Rewards transfers, along with tips to navigate them. He also covers major U.S. flight delays due to FAA issues. Plus, find out how freezing Experian may boost Capital One approval chances!

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How To Enter The 100th Episode Giveaway

Log into the giveaway and confirm the BoldlyGo newsletter subscription to unlock additional entries.
Use desktop Spotify, Apple, or the newsletter link if mobile Spotify links fail to generate.

INSIGHT

Chase Ultimate Rewards Transfer Glitch

Chase cardholders are experiencing identity-confirmation errors when moving Ultimate Rewards points between accounts.
The glitch appears tied to Chase's two-factor authentication and currently forces many people to call support.

INSIGHT

Bilt Lets Mortgage Payments Earn Points

Bilt's partnership with United Wholesale Mortgage will let UWM customers earn Bilt points on mortgage payments, even without the Bilt card.
The rollout could be a game changer for earning points on large recurring expenses if fees and earn rates prove favorable.

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In this week’s Quick Hits, DeAndre returns from a phenomenal stay at Secrets Tulum Resort & Beach Club to break down the latest travel, points, and miles news. He kicks things off with a reminder about the 100th Episode Giveaway and clarifies how to enter.

Then, DeAndre dives into a packed lineup of updates across the rewards world — including Chase Ultimate Rewards transfer glitches, Bilt’s new partnership with United Wholesale Mortgage, and the rumored Hilton Diamond Reserve tier that could reshape elite status. He also covers Rove Miles’ new Lufthansa partnership, major U.S. flight delays tied to the FAA and government shutdown, and the latest transfer bonuses from Chase, Amex, and Capital One.

The episode wraps with a community-inspired discussion about a Capital One credit card approval hack — freezing Experian before applying — and how it’s helped others get approvals despite multiple inquiries. It’s an insightful, fast-moving roundup designed to keep travelers informed, strategic, and ready to maximize every opportunity.

Key takeaways:

Giveaway updates: How to properly register, unlock entries, and troubleshoot broken Spotify links.
Chase glitch: Users are facing errors transferring Ultimate Rewards points — workaround tips included.
Bilt breakthrough: Partnership with United Wholesale Mortgage lets users earn points on mortgage payments.
Hilton rumor: “Diamond Reserve” tier may soon require $18K annual spend and 80 nights.
Rove expansion: Adds Lufthansa Miles & More as a transfer partner, opening new award opportunities.
Travel chaos: Nearly 3,000 flights canceled amid FAA staffing issues and government shutdown delays.
Transfer bonuses: Up to 40% bonus on Virgin, 20% on British Airways, and 15% on Avianca LifeMiles.
Community focus: Growing together to create more opportunities for travelers and loyal listeners.

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