CC rewards- extra points on groceries

[Alps79]

Head’s up- I received an email from Amex that May 1-July 31, 6x points at us supermarkets. Pretty sweet deal. (I have the bonvoy card.)
THEN the points guy posted that Chase Saph Reserve is doing 5x points on groceries. So isn’t that actually the better deal, bc the CSR points are worth 1.5 when redeemed for travel?
Does that make sense? I’m only halfway through my coffee but pretty sure we’re spending $10K on groceries per month so I want to maximize my points. it feels like it anyway.

[ohgillian]

I also want someone to tell me which is the better of these two, lol. But yeah, I'm thinking that CSR is better as long as you plan to redeem for travel. Otherwise Amex would be better.

[goldengirlz]

TPG values each Bonvoy point at about 0.8 vs. the CSR’s 1.5 (for travel redemption).

So 6x0.8=4.8 vs. 5x1.5=7.5, if I’m doing this correctly. If you’re not redeeming for travel, then it’s about equal (4.8 vs. 5)

I don’t see groceries listed as a CSR benefit yet though; there hasn’t been any communication on their site or over email.

[Mushe]

Sweet, thank you! I hadn’t seen either deal yet. I usually use my Freedom Unlimited at grocery stores because it’s easy to remember.

I know sapphire reserve would be a better deal but we are also spending a ton on groceries and I really like Bonvoy points. We get a lot of use out of those.

[ny96]

It looks like you can use your Chase card at Target too and have it count as a grocery purchase because they have grocery aisles. I wonder if Costco is included.

I’m definitely going to skip the liquor store today and just buy beer and tequila at the grocery store.

[Alps79]

May 3, 2020 9:57:23 GMT -5 goldengirlz said:

I don’t see groceries listed as a CSR benefit yet though; there hasn’t been any communication on their site or over email.

I saw it on TPG's instagram page  

[shaynaatl]

Update on the Chase Reserve- now they are letting you use the 1.5x redemption for restaurants, grocery stores, and home improvement (Until 9/30).
Also, the $300 annual travel credit can be used for gas and grocery stores.
Finally, starting July 1, the annual fee renewal will drop back down to $450 until EOY.

onemileatatime.com/chase-sapphire-card-limited-time-perks/

[goldengirlz]

If anyone has the Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant (the premium version), they’re letting you use the $300 statement credit toward food delivery.

[Alps79]

Costco is coming up as "shopping" not groceries which is disappointing. I'm going to reach out and see if they'll offer an adjustment. fx bc I have some hefty Costco bills due to the wine I'm needing to guzzle while SIP

[broadsheet]

Chase Freedom Q3 is Amazon and Whole Foods, FYI.

[shaynaatl]

Chase Reserve is now doing 5% on gas and 10% on streaming services until Sept 30.

[wildrice]

Jul 6, 2020 13:54:26 GMT -5 shaynaatl said:

Chase Reserve is now doing 5% on gas and 10% on streaming services until Sept 30.

I am bummed about these, I think they are kind of crappy categories.

I have spent about $30 on gas since early March, and even with 5 different streaming services (some of which I should cancel, haha), only $28 of that is billed monthly. So that adds up to around $3 a month in perks.

I know some people are back to driving more again, but I still would imagine most users are driving less than usual so the gas perk is not great timing.

[broadsheet]

CSR is also 5x on Instacart and offering a $50 statement credit if you sign up for Instacart express.

[shaynaatl]

CSR is about to start 3% CB on groceries, and this will actually last through April 2021.

www.doctorofcredit.com/chase-sapphire-cards-temporary-enhancements-2x-3x-on-grocery-travel-credit-additional-options/

[shaynaatl]

CSR is now offering free Peleton app access through the rest of the year (you do get charged $13/mo, but will get it credited back).

I don't have Peleton equipment, but I've tried a few of the weights and yoga classes and have been enjoying it.


www.onepeloton.com/digital/promotions/chase

[keweenawlove]

For any CSR (or Chase in general) fans, they just released a new no-fee card, the Freedom Flex. It has revolving 5x point categories, currently gas and hardware stores. I mainly signed up for the sign on bonus which ends up being $300 if they're transfer to the CSR.
  
www.referyourchasecard.com/18/O5RUCW0NBN