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Redemption Architecture: How to Lock in Maximum Cents-Per-Point Value

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Redemption Architecture: How to Lock in Maximum Cents-Per-Point Value

Most SMBs treat points like loose change: spend them fast, take the 1¢, move on. That’s the rookie play. The real game is Redemption Architecture: engineering every burn to hit 3¢–10¢ per point so your “rewards” become a six-figure travel asset, not a line item buried in your budget.

The Three Levels of Points Optimization

The Three Levels of Points Optimization

Your credit card points aren’t a perk - they’re untapped profit. Most SMB owners treat them like icing, but smart owners use them like cash flow. We’ve helped businesses unlock $25K-$100K+ a year in value. You’re not overspending... you’re under-redeeming.

500,000 Citi Points: Unlock $20,000+ in Luxury Travel: First Class Flights, 6-Month Global Adventures, and Premium Stays (Galore!)

500,000 Citi Points: Unlock $20,000+ in Luxury Travel: First Class Flights, 6-Month Global Adventures, and Premium Stays (Galore!)

Half-a-million Citi ThankYou points unlock $5,000 to $20,000+ in travel value. Think first-class flights, overwater villas, and multi-continent adventures. Learn how to maximize luxury, plan epic family trips, and diversify redemptions for unforgettable experiences beyond saving cents-per-point.

Quarter Million, Infinite Miles: How to Turn 250,000 Citi Points Into First-Class Flights, Family Vacations, and Once-in-a-Lifetime Adventures

Quarter Million, Infinite Miles: How to Turn 250,000 Citi Points Into First-Class Flights, Family Vacations, and Once-in-a-Lifetime Adventures

With 250,000 Citi ThankYou points, you can unlock first-class flights, family getaways, or round-the-world adventures. Our guide reveals how to maximize your stash for $5,000+ in travel value - turning your points into unforgettable trips without leaving value on the table.

What 100,000 Citi Points Can Really Buy: First Class Seats, 5-Star Resorts, and Travel Flex You Didn’t Know You Had

What 100,000 Citi Points Can Really Buy: First Class Seats, 5-Star Resorts, and Travel Flex You Didn’t Know You Had

100,000 Citi ThankYou points unlock premium travel: think round-trip business to Europe, first class to Tokyo, or $1,000+ in hotel stays. Whether you want one luxury blowout or stretch your points across multiple trips, our guide shows how to turn your stash into $5K-$10K of real-world value.

What 50,000 Citi Points Can Really Buy: From Lie-Flat Luxury to a Full Vacation for Two

What 50,000 Citi Points Can Really Buy: From Lie-Flat Luxury to a Full Vacation for Two

50,000 Citi ThankYou Points can unlock serious travel. Fly business class to Europe, book two round-trips to Hawaii, or cover hotel stays at all-inclusive resorts. With smart transfers and timing, your 50k points can be worth $1,000+ far beyond the $500 baseline. Don’t spend them small - think BIG!

How to Turn 20,000 Citi Points Into $500 Flights, 4 Hotel Nights, or a Tropical Escape

How to Turn 20,000 Citi Points Into $500 Flights, 4 Hotel Nights, or a Tropical Escape

Think 20,000 Citi ThankYou points can’t take you far? Think again. With the right strategy, that “small” stash can unlock $500+ in flights, free hotel stays, or a Caribbean getaway. Don’t waste it on gift cards - here’s how to squeeze every drop of value from your Citi points...