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Sep 25, 2026
5 Points and Credit Card Moves to Make Before September Ends
September is almost over, and several travel credits, transfer bonuses and credit card offers are approaching their deadlines.
If you have points or premium travel cards, a few minutes of housekeeping could help prevent unused benefits from expiring.
1. Use Your Quarterly Credits
Several American Express benefits reset at the end of September, including:
• Up to $75 at Lululemon with the Amex Platinum
• Up to $100 at Resy with the Amex Platinum
• Up to $50 at Hilton with the Business Platinum
• Up to $50 at Hilton with the Hilton Surpass
• Up to $50 in airline credits with the Hilton Aspire
Don't spend money simply to use a credit. But if you already have eligible purchases planned, check whether you can use the benefit before Sept. 30.
2. Check the Amex-to-Avios Bonus
Amex is offering a 30% transfer bonus to British Airways, Iberia and Aer Lingus through Sept. 27, according to the source.
3. Look at the JAL Transfer Bonus
Capital One is offering a 30% bonus to Japan Airlines Mileage Bank through Sept. 30. The source highlights business-class opportunities to Japan and Europe.
4. Check the Aeroplan Bonus
Chase is offering a 30% transfer bonus to Air Canada Aeroplan through Sept. 30, potentially making certain United and international awards require fewer Chase points.
5. Review Limited-Time Card Bonuses
Several elevated offers are ending soon, including:
• Capital One Venture: 75,000 miles + $300 Capital One Travel credit
• Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant: 150,000 points + $250 statement credit
• Marriott Bonvoy Bevy: 125,000 points + $150 statement credit
Before transferring points, remember one important rule: have a specific redemption in mind first. Transfers generally can't be reversed.
The smarter take: Before September ends, check your expiring credits, transfer bonuses and card offers. The biggest opportunity may be sitting in a benefit you already have.
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