Marcus Bennett
Editor, Shopping Rewards
Marcus writes about shopping portals, browser extension rewards, and credit card category strategies for eReward. His coverage focuses on stacking opportunities and the realistic earnings most cardholders achieve.
Articles by Marcus Bennett
The Chase Trifecta in 2026: Building a Three-Card Points Engine
The Chase Trifecta pairs the Freedom Flex, Freedom Unlimited, and a Sapphire card to maximize Ultimate Rewards. We explain how to build it in 2026, with honest math.
Citi Strata Premier in 2026: The Underrated $95 Travel Card
The Citi Strata Premier earns 3x on dining, gas, groceries, and travel for a $95 fee. We analyze its 2026 value, transfer partners, and how it compares to rivals.
Points vs Cash: When to Pay With Each in 2026
Should you book with points or cash? We explain the cents-per-point math, when cash wins, and why hoarding points is risky in 2026, with a clear decision framework.
Best Airline Credit Cards of 2026
We analyze the best co-branded airline cards of 2026 across Delta, United, American, and Southwest, plus when a flexible card beats them. Matched to how you fly.
Best Cards for Dining and Groceries in 2026
We analyze the best dining and grocery cards of 2026, from the 4x Amex Gold to no-fee options like Capital One Savor and Citi Custom Cash, with honest fee math.
Is Hotel Elite Status Worth Chasing in 2026?
Hotel elite status promises upgrades and breakfast, but the breakeven has worsened. We analyze when status is worth chasing in 2026 and when a card shortcut beats it.
Sign-Up Bonus Strategy in 2026: A Responsible Guide
How to evaluate credit card sign-up bonuses in 2026 without manufactured spending or debt. We cover timing, eligibility rules, and honest value math.
Bilt Card 2.0 in 2026: The New Three-Card Lineup Analyzed
Bilt retired its original card and launched three Cardless cards in 2026, now earning on mortgages too. We analyze the Blue, Obsidian, and Palladium on published terms.
Best Hotel Loyalty Programs of 2026, Honestly Analyzed
We analyze Hyatt, Marriott, Hilton and IHG on published award pricing and 2026 devaluations. Hyatt still leads on per-point value despite its May 2026 chart change.
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