Best uses for Bilt points | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep297 | 3-14-25

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Mar 15, 2025

Discover the multifaceted world of Bilt Rewards, where rewards extend beyond rent. Learn savvy strategies for credit card applications, like utilizing private browsing for better Amex offers. Dive into Marriott's new policies that could affect loyalty perks. Explore incredible Virgin Atlantic award availability for as low as 29K points. Join the conversation on maximizing savings with Aviator companion tickets, and uncover hidden potential in airline loyalty programs. Plus, fine-tune your award travel strategies for optimal value!

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ADVICE

Bilt 5x Offer Trigger

Calling Bilt for a credit limit increase might trigger targeted 5x offers.
One user received 5x on all spend for five days, then 5x on groceries, gas, and dining for 30 days.

ADVICE

Amex Posting Delays

Don't panic if Amex coupon credits or bonuses post slowly.
Delays happen, so wait a few weeks before contacting support.

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Marriott Guest Crackdown

Marriott is cracking down on additional guest reservations.
Members must be present at check-in, or guests may be turned away.

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Bilt Rewards is a program that became famous for giving you rewards for your rent payments, but these days there are many ways to earn Bilt rewards. In this episode, we'll pay special attention to how you might want to use your Bilt points.

(01:15) - John writes in with a correction for Nick's statement that there's a "zero percent chance" the tax payment won't count toward the bonus.

(06:57) - Andrew writes in about applying for an Amex card by opening up a Private Browser and searching for the card there can bring up a higher offer.

(08:49) - Bilt 5x offers (targeted after asking for credit increase)

Learn more about the Bilt offer here.

Learn more about the Bilt spending offer for groceries, gas, and dining here.

(10:38) - Amex coupon credits and bonuses posting slowly (relax / don’t panic)

Learn more about Amex coupon credits and bonuses posting slowly here.

(13:30) - Marriott cracking down on "additional guest" reservations, which you can read more about here.

(20:47) - Southwest for the "win". Read about Southwest's disappointing updates here.

(23:28) - Check out our recent podcast episode about these Southwest changes here.

(23:38) - Nick finally gets his million

(25:14) - Reader winner updates

(28:38) - Excellent Virgin Atlantic business class availability as low as 29K points + $254

(31:26) - Aviator companion tickets for the win! Read more about this here.

(35:56) - Up to 40% transfer bonus from Capital One Miles to Etihad Guest

(41:25) - How not to use your Bilt points

(43:46) - 1.25 cpp: book travel through their portal

(44:41) - 1.5 cpp: Use points for house down payment

(46:23) - Transfer to partners

(1:16:55) - Here are the partners you shouldn't transfer to...

(1:18:20) - Wait for great Rent Day transfer bonuses

(1:20:26) - One reader asks about the Capital One pre-approval tool and whether or not it would cause a hard pull.

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