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Chase
$95/yr
Chase Ultimate Rewards
Welcome Bonus
75,000 points after $5,000 spend in 3 months (elevated offer)
Best for: Best starter travel card — high earn on dining and travel, flexible points
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$325/yr
Amex Membership Rewards
Welcome Bonus
60,000 points after $6,000 spend in 6 months
Credits
Best for: Best everyday earner for food lovers — 4x dining and groceries is unmatched
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$395/yr
Capital One Miles
Welcome Bonus
75,000 miles after $4k spend in 3 months
Credits
Best for: Simplest premium card — $300 credit + anniversary miles make it net free
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No Fee
Bilt Points
Welcome Bonus
$100 Bilt Cash on approval
Best for: Renters who want no annual fee and simple cash back on rent
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$95/yr
Bilt Points
Welcome Bonus
$200 Bilt Cash on approval
Credits
Best for: Renters who spend heavily on dining or groceries
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$495/yr
Bilt Points
Welcome Bonus
50,000 points after $4k spend in 3 months + $300 Bilt Cash
Credits
Best for: Renters who travel regularly and want a premium card with lounge access
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$95/yr
Marriott Bonvoy
Welcome Bonus
3 Free Night Awards (up to 50k pts each) after $3k spend in 3 months
Best for: Marriott loyalists — free night certificates make the fee pay for itself
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No Fee
Chase Ultimate Rewards
Welcome Bonus
75,000 points after $6k spend in 3 months
Best for: Small business owners — massive earn on common business categories with no fee
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