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Earn Big on Payroll: Transform Employee Salaries into Points & Miles (Ep. 53)

Earn Big on Payroll: Transform Employee Salaries into Points & Miles (Ep. 53)

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Can running your business payroll through credit cards unlock a treasure trove of travel rewards? 

In this special episode of Revolutionizing Your Journey, DeAndre Coke breaks down the innovative strategy of using payroll to earn credit card points and miles. Learn how to leverage services like ZilBank, understand the fees involved, and discover how cards like Chase Business Preferred and Amex Platinum can be game-changers for your business. DeAndre also shares practical tips for maximizing point redemption and offers cautionary advice to avoid common mistakes.

Tune in to explore how this strategy could transform your approach to travel rewards!

 

Key Highlights:

  • Payroll Strategy: Earn points and miles by running payroll through credit cards.
  • Zill Bank Option: A service enabling payroll by credit card.
  • Fee Value: Learn how paying fees can still result in a net gain in rewards.
  • Redemption Insight: Maximize points by understanding redemption value.
  • Tax Considerations: Always consult a tax advisor regarding payroll fees.
  • Avoid Pitfalls: Never create fake employees or try to game the system to inflate rewards.
  • Business Focus: A strategy best suited for serious business owners.
  • And much more!

 

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Points & Miles Authorized User Deep Dive and How to Maximize Your PTO with Jackie Swayze (Ep. 52)

Points & Miles Authorized User Deep Dive and How to Maximize Your PTO with Jackie Swayze (Ep. 52)

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What if you could turn limited vacation days into unforgettable travel experiences? 

In this episode of the Revolutionizing Your Journey podcast, host DeAndre Coke sits down with Jackie Swayze, the creator of the blog Maximizing My PTO. Jackie shares how she and her husband have mastered the art of traveling extensively while maintaining full-time jobs.

They explore strategies like the “player one, player two” approach for couples, the value of flexibility in travel planning, and the secrets to navigating fixed dates and peak travel seasons. Jackie also discusses creative techniques such as using positioning flights and award alerts to secure the best travel deals, all while recounting her adventures to bucket-list destinations like Antarctica and Easter Island.

Tune in to hear Jackie’s expert insights, actionable tips, and inspiring travel stories that will empower you to make the most of your own travel opportunities.

 

 

Key Highlights:

  • Points and Miles Expertise: Jackie shares how to optimize rewards for travel success.
  • Player One, Player Two: An effective strategy for couples maximizing travel benefits.
  • Flexibility in Travel: Unlock better deals by keeping travel dates open.
  • Authorized Users: Build credit and earn more rewards with strategic card use.
  • Creative Travel Strategies: Positioning flights and award alerts for better planning.
  • Peak Travel Planning: How to manage holidays and busy travel times effectively.
  • Memorable Adventures: Stories from Jackie’s travels to Antarctica and Easter Island.
  • Maximizing PTO: Strategic planning for making the most of vacation days.
  • And much more!

 

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