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First time ever sharing online!

There have been too many conversations that I've been a part of that just get me frustrated due to how people think about owning or using credit cards. People are so paranoid about their credit, they drive themselves crazy for nothing. I'm not speaking about those who are in debt, but those who pay every bill on time and in full.

I can go on and on, but the bottom line here is this. People should take advantage of what credit cards really have to offer. Owning just one card is pointless in this regard. 1.5% unlimited cash back is nice for those who can't handle spending a bit more time actually making money and earning free vacations. For the rest of us, it's simply a waste!

I think everyone should at least be educated in what REALLY causes issues with their credit, and what they can take advantage of when it comes to credit card benefits. While this specific spreadsheet is targeted at beginners, it's wonderful for anyone who just wants a way to more easily visualize their past earnings and potential future earnings.

I've been working on this spreadsheet every so often, and shared it with a few friends. I even tweeted it, as well as included it in my blog posts on Medium. I figured even though it's not an app or website, it would be great to get feedback here as well!

The way its set up, is that it's a view-only spreadsheet that I made public. Anyone can copy the spreadsheet into their Google Docs account and edit their own version to their liking. The first sheet is the math, and the second sheet lists benefits of the credit cards I personally use and recommend.

It would be amazing if anyone who is into this type of stuff to let me know of anything you think is missing from the spreadsheet. Additionally, I would love to hear about what you like about it. My goal in general is to make certain aspects of personal finances easier for myself, and then of course for others.

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    So - I just moved to Sf and I want to do this. To get the bonus points of the first card - it says you need a Ultimate Rewards-earning card. What would you suggest?

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      Exciting!! The first card I have listed in that spreadsheet is the Ink Business Cash card. That card IS an Ultimate Rewards card. All you need to do, is apply for the card. It's technically meant for business owners, which could be anyone who simply sells stuff on eBay. I just entered my eBay username as my business, and chose Sole Proprietor. I estimated about 1K in income, and I was approved.

      This card is advertised as a "Cash Back" card, which may have you confused. Cash Back can be redeemed using the Ultimate Rewards Points that you make with the card. So in reality, it's the same type of points-earning card as all of the others.

      Give it a go!

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    So I think this is great. I'm moving back to the US in October and have heard of these mythical point collectors. (Points are crap in UK).

    I'm unclear on shutting down credit cards, what the points are worth, how much should be spent on each card etc.

    Thanks for this!

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      Glad to hear it! Let me know what you think and if it’s helpful (or not!) :D

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        Very Helpful. I'm planning on executing on it. The overall point value profit is like $2400 right?

        Just need to align my expenses and we're off.

        You could add a credit score threshold. At 699 I don't know if I'm eligible for all which could screw the plan.

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          Wonderful idea! That would definitely require research though lol. But yes these additions are exactly what I aim for.

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    Hey I’m a software developer. Are you interested in partnering up? We can take the spreadsheet and turn it into a web app and look at monetizing it if people are actually finding it useful. Let me know your thoughts.

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      Hey, thanks for checking it out! I'm also a developer, and I know I need to first see if there's interest in something like this, so I made a simple spreadsheet before I do any development. I'll definitely let you know if I can use a partner, if the feedback is positive and stuff

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        I think it's great you're doing the due diligence first! I think there will be a lot of interest in something like this. All the best. :)

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