# How Many Credit Cards Do You REALLY Need? The Points Guy Answers

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Podcast: [Broadcast Retirement Network](https://stenobird.com/podcast/broadcast-retirement-network-1133962)
Published: 2026-08-24T11:30:00+00:00
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## Resource

Are your credit cards actually working for you—or just draining your wallet with sky-high annual fees? In this episode, Nick Ewen, Editor-in-Chief of The Points Guy, breaks down everything you need to know about navigating today's increasingly complex credit card landscape. From the eye-popping $895 Amex Platinum annual fee to the smart way to negotiate a downgrade (and score a retention offer), Nick shares insider strategies for getting real value out of your cards.

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