All the Hacks with Chris Hutchins

5 Hacks To Save $50k/yr (Lower Taxes, Free Travel, Waived Fees & More)


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#184: Sharing five tactics I've used recently to maximize points, lower property taxes, cut credit card annual fees, get a free companion pass, and earn thousands of dollars through bank and brokerage bonuses.

Link to Full Show Notes: https://allthehacks.com/5-tactics-to-maximize-savings


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Resources Mentioned

All the Hacks:

  • Credit Cards
  • Bank Bonuses
  • All the Hacks Membership
  • #142: When Travel Goes Wrong: Pro Tips for Flight Cancelations, Delays, Lost Luggage, and More
  • #166: Best Tools for Booking Flights with Points & Miles with Greg the Frequent Miler
  • #167: Best Tools for Booking Hotels with Points & Miles with Greg the Frequent Miler
  • #175: Monday Musings: Latest Deals, Summer Award Travel, Father's Day Gift Ideas, Calling 911 and More
  • #181: Making an Easy $3k/mo from Online Deals with Kai
  • Credit Cards:

    • Hilton Honors American Express Card
    • Hilton Honors American Express Surpass® Card
    • For other cards mention, see our full Credit Cards Page
    • Property Appraisal Appeal: Ownwell

      Flight Award Alerts: AwardToolSeats.aero

      Avianca LifeMiles+ Subscription

      How to Earn A Free Southwest Companion Pass

      FlyerTalk Credit Card Retention Offers

      Best Bank Bonuses: Doctor of Credit

      • HSBC: $1500 for $100k for 90 days
      • Capital One: $1500 for $100k for 90 days
      • Wells Fargo: $525 for $25k for 90 days
      • Citi: $500 for $30k for 90 days
      • Axos Bank®: $500 for $3k for 30 days with $1.5k direct deposit
      • Wells Fargo: $325 for $1k for 90 days with $1k direct deposit
      • Best Brokerage Bonuses: Doctor of Credit | Bogleheads

        • WeBull: 2% on up to $100k (till 7/31/24)
        • E*TRADE: $600 for $100k for 60 days
        • TD : $750 for $100k for 30 days
        • Tastytrade: $2000+ for $100k for 1 year

        • Full Show Notes

          (00:00) Introduction

          (02:07) How To Lower Your Property Tax

          (06:27) Chris’ Summer Award Travel Update

          (14:32) 3 Big Takeaways for Booking Award Flights

          (16:21) Earning A Free Southwest Companion Pass

          (23:39) How To Negotiate Annual Fees on Credit Cards

          (26:01) Best-Ever Credit Card Welcome Offers (July 2024)

          (27:43) Overview of Bank Bonus Categories

          (30:54) $1000+ Bank Bonuses

          (32:48) Mid Range Bank Bonuses ($150-$750)

          (38:37) Bank Bonuses on Direct Deposits

          (42:22) Chris' Key Takeaway on Bank Bonuses

          (44:35) Overview of Brokerage Bonuses

          (48:21) Best Brokerage Bonuses (July 2024)

          (55:32) Limited Time Monster Brokerage Bonus (Ending 7/31/24)


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