# 6 Biggest Mistakes People Make With Amex Points

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Podcast: [The Upgraded Points Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-upgraded-points-podcast-7285741)
Published: 2026-04-06T10:02:00+00:00
Episode link: https://upgradedpoints.transistor.fm/52
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## Resource

Most people think they’re using their American Express points correctly… but they’re actually losing a huge amount of value. In this episode, Chris and Katie break down the biggest mistakes people make with Amex Membership Rewards points, including using points for gift cards, statement credits, and “pay with points” at checkout. They explain why these options deliver poor value, and more importantly, what you should do instead to get the most out of your points. If you want to travel better, book flights with points, or maximize your rewards, this episode will help you avoid the most common and costly mistakes. Chapters: 00:00 The Upgraded Points Podcast Episode 52 01:01 Citi Devalues 2 Transfer Partners 02:37 United Relax Row 05:23 Amex Points Pulse Email 07:32 Don’t Transfer Points Without a Plan 08:47 Ignore The Hype 10:10 Amex Offers 10:53 Tracking Benefits 12:50 AmexTravel.com 16:12 Cash-back, Statement Credits, and Gift Cards 18:55 Listener Question 1 22:22 Listener Question 2 Links from the show: Citi Massively Reducing Points Transfer Rates to 2 Hotel Programs in April https://upgradedpoints.com/news/citi-hotel-transfer-devaluation-2026/ United Relax Row: A Brand-New Economy Experience Coming in 2027 https://upgradedpoints.com/news/united-relax-row/ ✈️ Learn more at https://upgradedpoints.com/ 📧 Questions? Email us at podcast@upgradedpoints.com 📲 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@upgradedpointspod 📲 Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/upgradedpoints/ 📲 Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/upgradedpoints 📲 Follow us on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@upgradedpoints ✉️ Upgraded Points Newsletter https://upgradedpoints.com/join-newsletter/

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