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How to Apply for a Business Credit Card Without an LLC: A CPA’s Guide
The first time I applied for a business credit card, I sat at my kitchen table convinced I was going to get rejected. I didn’t have a “real” business yet — just a side income from starting a travel blog and occasionally helping people with their taxes. I was a CPA and had been a…
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How to do Disney World & Disneyland with Points and Miles
Growing up, Disney World was always out of reach for my family — it was just waaaay too expensive. The first time I stepped foot in Magic Kingdom, I was 19 years old, visiting with my boyfriend Will (now my husband — yes, it was that magical, haha). I had technically “won” a free 3-day…
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The Southwest Companion Pass – Buy One Flight & Get One Free
Hi travel friends! It’s that time of year again! It’s time to start working to get your Southwest Companion Pass. This is the #1 way I save money on travel each year. Each year, around October/November (even Dec/Jan), Southwest Airlines partners with my favorite bank to offer credit cards with large welcome bonuses that help…
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How to Book Bora Bora & Moorea Hotels on Points (Hilton Guide 2026)
If you’ve ever looked up hotels in Bora Bora and immediately closed your laptop after seeing $1,200+ per night… Same 😅 But here’s the thing most people don’t realize: 👉 You don’t need to pay those prices to stay in places like Bora Bora or Moorea.👉 You just need the right strategy. We’ve now done…
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Best Chase Credit Cards for Travel Points (2026 Guide to Flights & Hyatt Hotels
If you’ve ever wondered how we’re flying in business class and staying at incredible hotels without spending a fortune… this is exactly where it starts. Because the strategy isn’t just about earning points—it’s about earning the right kind of points. That’s why I keep coming back to Chase! Their points (called Ultimate Rewards®) are some…
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Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card (2026)- 75,000 Mile Bonus + How to Maximize it
If you’ve been following Lazy Lauren for a while, you know I’m all about turning everyday spending into nearly free travel. And if there’s ONE beginner-friendly travel card I recommend over and over again, it’s 👉 The Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card Check Current Offer & APPLY – HERE! Whether you’re just getting started…
My Favorite Free Tools
The apps and websites I use to stay organized, maintain financial health, and build even more points without opening another credit card!
Travel Freely App
Track all your cards, annual fees and minimum spend requirements in one place. Free and essential.
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Credit Karma
Check your credit score free before applying for any travel rewards card.
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Rakuten
Earn cash back or points on everyday online shopping. Stack it with your credit card rewards for double earning.
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Not Sure Where to Start?
Start with my free Beginner’s Guide. I’ll walk you through the exact 5-step system I’ve used for 20 years to earn over a million points annually — and turn them into nearly-free vacations for my family of 4.