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If you haven’t evaluated your credit card portfolio<\/a> lately, now is a great time to do so. Credit card welcome bonuses and offers are the quickest and easiest way to rake in lots of points and miles, so we regularly update the roundup of our favorite current offers in our best credit cards<\/a> guide.<\/p>\n

But to help you keep up with an ever-changing list of bonuses, we’ve also compiled a list of the best card offers currently available, especially the ones that are worth an extra look right now because they are at all-time highs or may end soon.<\/p>\n

Since many issuers have restrictions<\/a> on how often you can earn a bonus on a card, it’s important to time your application for when there’s a good offer. Also, higher bonuses<\/a> don’t always stick around for long, so if you’re considering one of these offers, you’ll want to hop on it sooner rather than later.<\/p>\n

Finally, if you’re not ready to add a higher-end credit card, consider these great starter cards<\/a> or even one with a 0% introductory annual percentage rate offer<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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The best credit card offers of July 2025<\/h2>\n
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Card<\/strong><\/th>\nWelcome bonus\/welcome offer<\/strong><\/th>\nWelcome offer value*<\/strong><\/th>\nAnnual fee <\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business\u2120<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\nEarn 200,000 bonus points after spending $30,000 on purchases in the first six months from account opening.<\/td>\n$4,100<\/td>\n$795 (see rates and fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
The Platinum Card\u00ae from American Express<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\nFind out your offer and see if you are eligible for as high as 175,000 Membership Rewards points after spending $8,000 on purchases within the first six months of card membership. Welcome offers vary and you may not be eligible for an offer.<\/td>\nUp to $3,500<\/td>\n$695 (see rates and fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
The Business Platinum Card\u00ae from American Express<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\nEarn 150,000 points after spending $20,000 on eligible purchases with the card within the first three months of card membership.<\/td>\n$3,000<\/td>\n$695 (see rates and fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Capital One Venture X Business <\/a><\/strong><\/td>\nEarn 150,000 miles after spending $30,000 in the first three months from account opening.<\/td>\n$2,775<\/td>\n$395<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Chase Sapphire Reserve\u00ae<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\nEarn 100,000 bonus points and a $500 Chase Travel\u2120 promo credit after spending $5,000 on purchases in the first three months of account opening.<\/td>\nUp to $2,550 (including the Chase Travel credit)<\/td>\n$795 (see\u00a0rates and fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
American Express\u00ae Business Gold Card<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\nEarn 100,000 bonus points after spending $15,000 on eligible purchases in the first three months of card membership.<\/td>\n$2,000<\/td>\n$375 (see rates and fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Capital One Spark Cash Plus<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\nEarn $2,000 cash back after spending $30,000 in the first three months from account opening. Plus, earn an additional $2,000 cash bonus for every $500,000 spent during the first year.<\/td>\n$2,000 (with the ability to earn even more cash back depending on your spending)<\/td>\n$150<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
American Express\u00ae Gold Card<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n\n

Find out your offer and see if you are eligible for as high as 100,000 Membership Rewards points after spending $6,000 on purchases within the first six months of card membership. Welcome offers vary and you may not be eligible for an offer.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

Up to $2,000<\/td>\n$325 (see rates and fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Ink Business Preferred\u00ae Credit Card<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\nEarn 90,000 bonus points after spending $8,000 on eligible purchases in the first three months of account opening.<\/td>\n$1,845<\/td>\n$95 (see rates and fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Marriott Bonvoy Boundless\u00ae Credit Card<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\nEarn five free night awards (each night valued at up to 50,000 points) after spending $5,000 on purchases in the first three months from account opening. Certain hotels have resort fees.<\/td>\nUp to $1,750<\/td>\n$95 (see rates and fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Chase Sapphire Preferred\u00ae Card<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\nEarn 75,000 bonus points after spending $5,000 on purchases in the first three months of account opening.<\/td>\n$1,538<\/td>\n$95 (see rates and fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\nEarn five<\/span><\/span> free nights (up to 60,000 points per night) after spending $5,000 in the first three months from account opening.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/td>\nUp to $1,500<\/td>\n$99 (see rates and fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Capital One Spark Cash<\/a>
<\/strong><\/td>\n\n		$1,500<\/td>\n$0 introductory annual fee for the first year, then $95<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\nEarn 75,000 bonus miles after spending $4,000 on purchases in the first three months of account opening.<\/td>\n$1,388<\/td>\n$395<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\nEarn 75,000 bonus miles after spending $4,000 on purchases within the first three months from account opening.<\/td>\n$1,388<\/td>\n$95<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
United Quest\u2120 Card<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\nEarn 100,000 miles and 3,000 PQPs after spending $4,000 in the first three months from account opening.<\/td>\n$1,300 plus the value of 3,000 PQPs<\/td>\n$350 (see rates and fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Citi\u00ae \/ AAdvantage\u00ae Platinum Select\u00ae World Elite Mastercard\u00ae<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\nEarn 80,000 miles after spending $3,500 within the first four months of account opening.<\/td>\n$1,240<\/td>\n$0 introductory annual fee in the first year; $99 thereafter (see rates and fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
United Club\u2120 Card<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\nEarn 90,000 miles after spending $5,000 on purchases in the first three months of account opening.<\/td>\n$1,170<\/td>\n$695 (see rates and fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Southwest\u00ae Rapid Rewards\u00ae Performance Business Credit Card<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n\n

Earn 80,000 bonus points after spending $5,000 on purchases in the first three months from account opening.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

$1,120<\/td>\n$199 (see rates and fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Citi Strata Premier\u00ae Card<\/a>
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Earn 60,000 bonus points after spending $4,000 in the first three months of account opening.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

$1,110<\/td>\n$95 (see rates and fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Citi\u00ae \/ AAdvantage\u00ae Executive World Elite Mastercard\u00ae<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n\n

Earn 70,000 bonus points after spending $7,000 in the first three months of account opening.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

$1,085<\/td>\n$595 (see rates and fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
British Airways Visa Signature\u00ae Card<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\nEarn 75,000 Avios after spending $5,000 in the first three months of account opening.<\/td>\n$1,050<\/td>\n$95 (see rates and fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Marriott Bonvoy Business\u00ae American Express\u00ae Card<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\nEarn three free night awards after spending $6,000 on purchases in the first three months of card membership. Each night is valued up to 50,000 points; certain hotels have resort fees.<\/td>\nUp to $1,050<\/td>\n$125 (see rates and fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant\u00ae American Express\u00ae Card<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\nEarn 100,000 bonus points after spending $6,000 within the first six months of card membership and an extra 50,000 bonus points after making an additional $2,000 in purchases within the first six months.<\/td>\nUp to $1,050<\/td>\n$650 (see rates and fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
The World of Hyatt Credit Card<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\nEarn two free nights at any Category 1-4 Hyatt hotel after spending $4,000 on purchases in the first three months from account opening. Plus, earn 25,000 bonus points after you spend $12,000 on purchases in the first six months from account opening. This offer is available through Aug. 28.<\/td>\nUp to $1,037<\/td>\n$95 (see rates and fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Citi\u00ae \/ AAdvantage Business\u2122 World Elite Mastercard\u00ae<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\nEarn 65,000 bonus miles after spending $4,000 in purchases within the first four months of account opening.<\/td>\n$1,008<\/td>\n$0 introductory annual fee in the first year; $99 thereafter (see rates and fees<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Ink Business Premier\u00ae Credit Card<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\nEarn $1,000 cash back after spending $10,000 in the first three months from account opening.<\/td>\n$1,000<\/td>\n$195 (see rates and fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

*Welcome offer value is determined using TPG’s July 2025 valuations<\/a> and is not provided by nor reviewed by the issuer.<\/em><\/p>\n

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Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business<\/h2>\n

The Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business is Chase’s newest<\/a> and most premium business card offering. Its introductory welcome offer is worth a whooping $4,100 based on TPG’s July valuations<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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The card shares many similarities with the Sapphire Reserve, including lounge access, an annual $300 flexible travel credit, great travel protections and access to Chase’s impressive roster of transfer partners. Plus, you’ll earn 8 points per dollar spent on Chase Travel purchases, 4 points per dollar spent on flights and hotels booked directly and 3 points per dollar spent on social media and search engine advertising with no spending cap.<\/p>\n

This card is gearing up to be one of the top picks for business cards<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Read our review of the Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n

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Apply here: Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business<\/a> with 200,000 bonus points after spending $30,000 on purchases in the first six months from account opening.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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American Express Platinum Card<\/h2>\n

Often referred to as the king of the premium travel rewards cards<\/a>, the Amex Platinum offers a slew of benefits, along with a $695 annual fee. Cardholders enjoy perks like automatic elite status<\/a> with both Hilton Honors and Marriott Bonvoy, plus some of the best airport lounge access<\/a> of any card. (Enrollment is required; terms apply.)<\/p>\n

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Cardholders also enjoy 5 points per dollar on flights booked directly with airlines or with American Express Travel\u00ae<\/strong> (on up to $500,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1 point per dollar), on prepaid hotels booked with American Express Travel, and 1 point per dollar on other eligible purchases.<\/p>\n

Read our review of the American Express Platinum Card<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n

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Apply here: The Platinum Card from American Express<\/a> Find out your offer and see if you are eligible for as high as 175,000 Membership Rewards points after spending $8,000 on purchases within the first six months of card membership. Welcome offers vary and you may not be eligible for an offer.<\/b><\/p>\n

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American Express Business Platinum Card<\/h2>\n

This business card<\/a> stands out not only for its extremely valuable welcome offer but also for travel perks that can easily cover the card’s $695 annual fee.<\/p>\n

Cardholders enjoy automatic Gold status<\/a> in both the Hilton Honors<\/a> and Marriott Bonvoy<\/a> loyalty programs, along with some of the best lounge access<\/a> perks of any business card out there. (Enrollment is required; terms apply.)<\/p>\n

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Cardholders also enjoy 5 points per dollar on flights and prepaid hotels booked on American Express Travel and 1.5 points per dollar on eligible purchases in select business categories and eligible purchases of $5,000 or more (up to $2 million of these purchases per calendar year, then 1 point per dollar).<\/p>\n

Read our review of the American Express Business Platinum Card<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n

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Apply here: The Business Platinum Card from American Express<\/a><\/b> with<\/strong> 150,000 points after spending $20,000 on eligible purchases with the card within the first three months of card membership.<\/b><\/p>\n

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Capital One Venture X Business<\/h2>\n

The Capital One Venture X Business is the business version of the popular Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card. Like its personal counterpart, it offers luxury travel perks at a reasonable annual fee and has a simple earning structure of at least 2 miles per dollar on all purchases.<\/p>\n

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This card is an excellent choice for small-business owners who prioritize simplicity. It offers benefits like airport lounge access<\/a> and a valuable travel credit for a relatively affordable annual fee.<\/p>\n

Read our review of the Venture X Business<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n

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Learn more: Capital One Venture X Business<\/a> with 150,000 miles after spending $30,000 on purchases in the first three months from account opening.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Chase Sapphire Reserve<\/h2>\n

The Chase Sapphire Reserve is one of the best rewards credit cards<\/a> on the market and upgrades your travel lifestyle. It just saw a major refresh<\/a> with an increased annual fee but numerous travel benefits and statements to provide cardholders more value.<\/p>\n

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You’ll earn 8 points per dollar spent on purchases through Chase Travel and 4 points per dollar spent on flights and hotels booked directly, allowing you to easily rack up valuable Ultimate Rewards points on your travel purchases.<\/p>\n

Points can be used to book travel directly through Chase Travel at a value of up to 2 cents per point, depending on the specific redemption (see your rewards program agreement for full details).<\/p>\n

You’ll also get a $300 annual travel credit, airport lounge access<\/a> and a host of other great perks.<\/p>\n

Read our review of the Sapphire Reserve card<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n

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Apply here: Chase Sapphire Reserve<\/a> with 100,000 bonus points and a $500 Chase Travel promo credit after spending $5,000 on purchases in the first three months of account opening.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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American Express Business Gold<\/h2>\n

The Amex Business Gold is a fantastic card for business owners looking to maximize earnings from a single card.<\/p>\n

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It has 4-point-per-dollar earning categories that automatically reflect your highest spending areas each billing cycle (on the top two eligible spending categories each billing cycle; capped at $150,000 in combined purchases each calendar year, then 1 point per dollar).<\/p>\n

Read our review of the Amex Business Gold Card<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n

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Apply here: American Express Business Gold Card<\/a> with 100,000 bonus points after spending $15,000 on eligible purchases in the first three months of card membership.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Capital One Spark Cash Plus<\/h2>\n

This business card stands out for its simplicity, earning unlimited 2% cash back on all purchases and sporting a best-ever welcome bonus<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Additionally, the $150 annual fee is refunded if you spend $150,000 or more per calendar year.<\/p>\n

This card is worth consideration if you’re a business owner and looking for a lucrative welcome offer and simple earnings.<\/p>\n

Read our review of the Capital One Spark Cash Plus<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n

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Learn more: Capital One Spark Cash Plus<\/a> with $2,000 cash back after spending $30,000 in the first three months. Plus, earn an additional $2,000 cash bonus for every $500,000 spent during the first year.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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American Express Gold<\/h2>\n

The Amex Gold card was refreshed<\/a> in July 2024 and is a favorite of many TPG staffers, largely thanks to its terrific earning rates on dining at restaurants worldwide and groceries at U.S. supermarkets.<\/p>\n

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It earns 4 points per dollar on dining at restaurants worldwide (first $50,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1 point per dollar) and at U.S. supermarkets (first $25,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1 point per dollar), 3 points per dollar on flights booked with airlines or on AmexTravel.com, 2 points per dollar on prepaid hotels and other eligible travel purchases booked through AmexTravel.com, and 1 point per dollar on other eligible purchases.<\/p>\n

The card also offers multiple dining statement credits<\/a> to help offset the manageable annual fee of $325.<\/p>\n

Enrollment is required for select benefits.<\/p>\n

Read our review of the American Express Gold Card<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n

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Apply here: American Express Gold Card<\/a> Find out your offer and see if you are eligible for as high as 100,000 Membership Rewards points after spending $6,000 on purchases within the first six months of card membership. Welcome offers vary and you may not be eligible for an offer.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Ink Business Preferred<\/h2>\n

The Ink Business Preferred is one of our favorite business cards.<\/p>\n

According to TPG’s July 2025 valuations<\/a>, this card’s welcome bonus alone is worth over $1,800 since you can take advantage of Chase’s excellent collection of airline and hotel transfer partners<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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This card earns 3 points per dollar on travel, shipping purchases, internet, cable, and phone services, and advertising on social media sites and search engines on up to $150,000 in combined purchases (1 point per dollar thereafter).<\/p>\n

Other benefits include cellphone protection<\/a>, primary rental car coverage<\/a> (when renting for business purposes), purchase protections, and the ability to add employee cards to your account at no additional cost.<\/p>\n

Read our review of the Ink Business Preferred Credit Card<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n

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Apply here: Ink Business Preferred Credit Card<\/a> with 90,000 bonus points after spending $8,000 on purchases in the first three months from account opening.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Marriott Bonvoy Boundless<\/h2>\n

The Marriott Bonvoy Boundless is a card with a reasonable annual fee that provides solid perks for both frequent and infrequent Marriott travelers. If you want a free night award and automatic elite status, this card can be a great addition to your wallet.<\/p>\n

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The $95 annual fee can easily be offset by the annual free night award and solid earnings on Marriott stays. This card is worth considering even if you don’t stay at Marriott properties frequently.<\/p>\n

Read our review of the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n

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Apply here: Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Credit Card<\/a> with five free nights (each night valued at up to 50,000 points) after spending $5,000 on purchases in the first three months from account opening. Certain hotels have resort fees.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Chase Sapphire Preferred<\/h2>\n

The Chase Sapphire Preferred is one of the best and most cost-effective travel rewards credit cards on the market.<\/p>\n

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As for earning rates, the Sapphire Preferred racks up 5 points per dollar on Lyft rides (through Sept. 30, 2027) and travel purchased through Chase Travel<\/a>, 3 points per dollar on dining, select streaming and online grocery purchases (excluding Walmart, Target and wholesale clubs) and 2 points on other travel purchases.<\/p>\n

Read our review of the Sapphire Preferred<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n

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Apply here: Chase Sapphire Preferred Card<\/a> with 75,000 bonus points after spending $5,000 on purchases in the first three months of account opening.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card<\/h2>\n

The IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card is one of the top cobranded hotel cards on the market due to its modest $99 annual fee. According to TPG’s July 2025 valuations<\/a>, the current welcome offer is worth up to $1,500.<\/p>\n

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This card offers a generous earnings rate on IHG stays, automatic Platinum elite status<\/a>, an anniversary free night certificate<\/a> and a fourth night free on award stays<\/a>. Whether you stay at IHG properties frequently or not, this card is worth considering.<\/p>\n

Read our review of the IHG One Rewards Premier<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n

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Apply here: IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card<\/a> with five free nights (up to 60,000 points per night) after spending $5,000 on purchases on the card in the first three months from account opening. Offer ends July 23.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Capital One Spark Cash<\/h2>\n

The Capital One Spark is great business card offering with a modest $95 annual fee after the $0 introductory annual fee in the first year.<\/p>\n

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Simplicity is the name of the game with the Spark Cash, as you’ll earn unlimited 2% cash back on all eligible purchases. You’ll also receive modest benefits that help businesses, like free employee cards and itemized year-end summaries.<\/p>\n

Read our review of the Capital One Spark Cash<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n

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Learn more: Capital One Spark Cash<\/a> with $1,500 cash back after spending $15,000 in the first three months from account opening.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Capital One Venture X Rewards<\/h2>\n

The Venture X card is Capital One’s personal premium rewards card, offering great earning rates and incredible perks.<\/p>\n

According to our July 2025 valuations<\/a>, the card offers a hefty welcome bonus worth about $1,388 and excellent airline and hotel transfer partners<\/a>.<\/p>\n

It also offers cardholders $300 in credits<\/a> annually for bookings made through Capital One Travel<\/a>, extensive lounge access<\/a>, and 10,000 bonus miles every account anniversary.<\/p>\n

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As for earning rates, the Venture X racks up 10 miles per dollar on hotels and car rentals booked via Capital One’s travel booking site, 5 miles per dollar on flights and vacation rentals booked via Capital One’s travel booking site, and an unlimited 2 miles per dollar on everything else.<\/p>\n

Read our review of the Capital One Venture X card<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n

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Learn more: Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card<\/a> with 75,000 bonus miles after spending $4,000 on purchases in the first three months from account opening.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Capital One Venture Rewards<\/h2>\n

The Venture Rewards packs a good punch for a mid-tier credit card.<\/p>\n

It earns a flat 2 miles per dollar spent on all purchases worldwide, but you can earn 5 miles per dollar on hotels, vacation rentals and car rentals booked through Capital One’s travel booking site. The miles you earn with this card can be transferred to Capital One’s 15-plus airline and hotel partners<\/a> or redeemed through the Capital One Travel<\/a> portal.<\/p>\n

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The card stands out for offering an application fee credit for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck<\/a>; many other cards that offer this benefit have annual fees of $400 or more.<\/p>\n

The Venture Rewards card doesn’t charge foreign transaction fees<\/a>, so you can use the card overseas without paying extra.<\/p>\n

Read our review of the Capital One Venture Rewards Card<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n

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Learn more: Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card<\/a> with 75,000 bonus miles after spending $4,000 on purchases within the first three months of account opening.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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United credit cards<\/h2>\n

The United family of credit was refreshed<\/a> in March. This refresh had good and bad news: The cards added benefits and useful statement credits, but raised annual fees and devalued some benefits like lounge access<\/a>. Alongside the refresh came some solid welcome offers.<\/p>\n

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The United family of cards offers many perks beneficial to frequent and infrequent flyers alike. Whether you travel on United often or not you should examine the benefits of these cards as they can make a great addition to your wallet.<\/p>\n

Learn more about the United card offerings<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Apply here: United Quest Card<\/a> with 100,000 miles and 3,000 PQPs after spending $4,000 in the first three months from account opening.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Apply here: United Club Card<\/a> with 90,000 miles after spending $5,000 on purchases in the first three months from account opening.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Citi \/ AAdvantage Platinum Select World Elite Mastercard Card<\/h2>\n

The Citi \/ AAdvantage Platinum Select has a generous welcome offer worth $1,240 based on TPG’s July 2025 valuations<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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The Citi \/ AA Platinum Select card is a good option for the casual American Airlines flyer. You’ll get perks like a free first checked bag on domestic flights, a 25% discount on inflight food and beverage purchases and a $125 flight discount<\/a> after spending $20,000 or more on your card each year. Plus, you’ll earn 2 miles per dollar spent on American Airlines purchases.<\/p>\n

Read our review of the Citi \/ AA Platinum Select Card<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n

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Apply here: Citi \/ AAdvantage Platinum Select World Elite Mastercard<\/a> with 80,000 bonus miles after spending $3,500 on purchases in the first<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Southwest Rapid Rewards Performance Business Credit Card<\/h2>\n

The Southwest Rapid Rewards Performance Business Credit Card sports a valuable welcome bonus worth $1,120, based on TPG’s July 2025 valuations<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The Rapid Rewards Performance Business card is Southwest’s most premium card offering and includes perks like four upgraded boardings per year, inflight Wi-Fi credits, anniversary points and a TSA PreCheck\/Global Entry credit.<\/p>\n

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Many travelers love Southwest Airlines, and this love only grows if you have one of the best Southwest Airlines credit cards in your wallet.<\/p>\n

When you pair those perks with a strong route network, including international destinations and Hawaii, and the easy-to-use Rapid Rewards frequent flyer program, it’s easy to see why Southwest has created a loyal customer base.<\/p>\n

Read our review of the Southwest Rapid Rewards Performance Business credit card<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n

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Apply here: Southwest Rapid Rewards Performance Business Credit Card<\/a> with 80,000 points after spending $5,000 on purchases in the first three months from account opening.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Citi Strata Premier<\/h2>\n

The Citi Strata Premier is Citi’s mid-tier travel rewards card. The card offers a lucrative welcome offer worth $1,110 based on TPG’s July 2025 valuations<\/a> and access to Citi’s solid lineup of transfer partners.<\/p>\n

It offers great earnings rates in a wide variety of categories. It earns 10 points per dollar on hotels, car rentals and attractions booked through the Citi Travel portal<\/a>, 3 points per dollar on air travel, other hotels, gas stations, electric vehicle charging stations, supermarkets and restaurants (including takeout) and 1 point per dollar on all other purchases.<\/p>\n

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The card also comes with valuable perks, such as travel protections, insurance and an annual $100 hotel credit after you spend $500 (excluding taxes and fees) on a single hotel stay in the Citi Travel portal.<\/p>\n

Read our review of the Citi Strata Premier<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n

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Apply here: Citi Strata Premier Card<\/a> with 60,000 bonus points after spending $4,000 on purchases in the first three months from account opening.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Citi \/ AAdvantage Executive World Elite Mastercard<\/h2>\n

The Citi \/ AAdvantage Executive World Elite Mastercard has a generous welcome offer worth $1,085, based on TPG’s July 2025 valuations<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Any American loyalist should consider adding this card to their wallet. It earns four miles per dollar on eligible American Airlines purchases and 1 loyalty point for every mile earned. The card has a plethora of benefits like a free checked bag, a TSA PreCheck\/Global Entry credit every four years and 25% savings on inflight purchases.<\/p>\n

Additionally, the card provides an Admirals Club membership<\/a>, which includes access to Alaska Airlines lounges as well.<\/p>\n

Read our review of the Citi \/ AAdvantage Executive World Elite Mastercard<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n

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Apply here: Citi \/ AAdvantage\u00ae Executive World Elite Mastercard<\/a> with 70,000 miles after spending $7,000 within the first three months of account opening.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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British Airways Visa Signature Card<\/h2>\n

The British Airways Visa Signature Card has a welcome offer worth $1,050, based on TPG’s July 2025 valuations<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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While this card lacks many perks typically found on airline cards, it does offer the ability to earn a unique companion ticket known as the Travel Together ticket<\/a> and reward flight credits that can help offset the notoriously high British Airways fuel surcharges<\/a> and taxes and fees.<\/p>\n

Additionally, this card allows you to transfer your Avios between these programs at a 1:1 ratio. You can also use Avios to book domestic flights on American Airlines and Alaska Airlines, making this a card you should consider even if you don’t live in or travel to Europe.<\/p>\n

Read our review of the British Airways Visa Signature Card<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n

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Apply now: British Airways Visa Signature Card<\/a> with 75,000 Avios after spending $5,000 on purchases within the first three months of account opening.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Marriott Bonvoy Business<\/h2>\n

The Marriott Bonvoy Business Amex is Marriott’s business card offering. It has a modest $125 annual fee and comes with solid perks like a free night award, automatic elite status, and a room rate discount.<\/p>\n

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Additionally, the card has good earnings rates across multiple categories. This card is worth considering for your business even if you don’t stay at Marriott properties frequently.<\/p>\n

Read our review of the Marriott Bonvoy Business<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n

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Apply here: Marriott Bonvoy Business American Express Card<\/a> with three free night awards after spending $6,000 on purchases in the first six months from account opening. Each night is valued up to 50,000 points; certain hotels may have resort fees.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant<\/h2>\n

The Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant is the chain’s most lavish card offering and comes with perks like automatic Platinum Elite status and up to $25 in statement credits each month when you use your card at eligible restaurants worldwide.<\/p>\n

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You’ll also earn 6 points per dollar spent on eligible purchases at hotels participating in the Marriott Bonvoy program, 3 points per dollar spent at restaurants worldwide and on flights booked directly with airlines, as well as 2 points per dollar spent on other eligible purchases.<\/p>\n

Read our review of the Bonvoy Brilliant<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n

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Apply here: Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant American Express Card<\/a> with 100,000 bonus points after making $6,000 in purchases within the first six months of card membership and an extra 50,000 bonus points after making an additional $2,000 in purchases within the first six months.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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World of Hyatt Credit Card<\/h2>\n

The World of Hyatt Credit Card is one of the best cobranded hotel cards on the market due to its automatic elite status, generous earnings rate and anniversary free night award.<\/p>\n

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Hyatt may not have the biggest footprint, but it has some outstanding hotels worldwide. Additionally, Hyatt<\/a> is one of the few hotel programs that still utilizes a fixed award chart with peak and off-peak pricing, which allows you to get outstanding value for your points.<\/p>\n

With its generous earnings rate, elite status and a solid welcome offer, this card is strongly worth considering even if you don’t stay at Hyatt hotels often.<\/p>\n

Read our review of the World of Hyatt credit card<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n

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Apply here: The World of Hyatt Credit Card<\/a> with two free nights at any Category 1-4 Hyatt hotel after spending $4,000 on purchases in the first three months from account opening. Plus, earn 25,000 bonus points after you spend $12,000 on purchases in the first six months from account opening. This offer is available through Aug. 28.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Citi\u202f\/ AAdvantage Business\u202fWorld Elite Mastercard<\/h2>\n

The Citi \/ AAdvantage Business World Elite Mastercard has a solid welcome offer worth about $1,008, based on TPG’s July 2025 valuations.<\/p>\n

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With the first checked bag free and the ability to earn a companion pass, this card is worth considering for any American loyalist.<\/p>\n

Additionally, the American AAdvantage loyalty program has excellent award flash sales and has great sweet spot awards on partner airlines in premium cabins, including Qatar Airways and Japan Airlines.<\/p>\n

Read our review of the Citi AAdvantage Business World Elite Mastercard<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n

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Apply here: Citi \/ AAdvantage Business World Elite Mastercard<\/a> with 65,000 bonus AAdvantage miles after spending $4,000 within the first five months of account opening.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Ink Business Premier<\/h2>\n

The Ink Business Premier is one of Chase’s business card offerings with simple cash back earnings rates.<\/p>\n

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Cardholders earn 5% cash back on Lyft rides (through Sept. 30, 2027) and on travel booked through Chase Travel, 2.5% back on all purchases over $5,000 and 2% back on all other purchases.<\/p>\n

This card also includes other benefits like cellphone protection, primary rental car coverage (when renting for business purposes), purchase and extended warranty protections and free employee cards.<\/p>\n

Read our review of the Ink Business Premier Credit Card<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n

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Apply here: Ink Business Premier Credit Card<\/a> with $1,000 cash back after spending $10,000 on purchases in the first three months from account opening.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Bottom line<\/h2>\n

The quickest way to earn points and miles is by signing up for a new credit card. If any of these offers interest you, act sooner rather than later, as limited-time offers may disappear.<\/p>\n

Remember that Chase’s 5\/24 rule<\/a> means that it’s often best to apply for Chase cards before other issuers’ products. And here’s some help on how to choose the best credit card for you<\/a>.<\/p>\n

For rates and fees of the Amex Platinum card, click here<\/a>.<\/em>
For rates and fees of the Amex Business Platinum card, click here<\/a>.<\/em>
For rates and fees of the Amex Business Gold card, click here<\/a>.<\/em>
For rates and fees of the Amex Gold card, click here<\/a>.<\/em>
For rates and fees of the Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant, click here<\/a>. <\/em>
For rates and fees of the Marriott Bonvoy Business, click here<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n


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