NEW YORK–Every credit union that issues credit cards knows how competitive the card landscape is, but a new report shows cards are available with perks that include everything from Dunkin’ donuts, gambling rewards, discounts on NASCAR events, and more.
According to a review by Investopedia, some of the card perks available include:
Bank of America Card Is a Museum Pass
Bank of America cardholders get free admission to hundreds of U.S. museums during the first full weekend of every month. The full list includes dozens of cultural institutions with options in nearly every state. The next eligible weekend is Oct. 4-5.
$7 Worth of Dunkin’ Every Month
Using the American Express Gold Card at U.S. Dunkin’ locations or through the Dunkin’ mobile app gets cardholders $7 in credit each month ($84 per year). “That’s enough to buy one of the chain’s $6 meal deals, which includes a sandwich, hash browns, and coffee,” Investopedia noted.
Amex offers rewards other than free coffee at Dunkin’, the report added. For example, Blue Cash Everyday cardholders get a $7 monthly credit they can use toward subscriptions for Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+. If you’re an Amex Blue Cash Preferred member, that gets bumped to $10 monthly., Investopedia said.
A Card That Rewards Gambling
“Most credit cards treat buying credit at casinos or on sports betting sites as a cash advance, which often comes with a transaction fee and immediate accrual of interest,” Investopedia reported. “Not the GBank card. Offered by (fittingly) Las Vegas-based GBank, the card offers 1% cash back on all gaming and gambling purchases, in addition to a very respectable 2% back on all other purchases.”
The report included this caveat: “Warning: Earning 1% cash back on gambling won’t be enough to offset losses from gambling or the card’s interest rate (up to 27.99%) if you carry a balance.”
Pet Insurance and Cash Back on Kibble
Investopedia found that the Nibbles card, from Land Bank helps to take care of furry friends.
Cardholders enjoy free pet insurance of up to $10,000 in yearly coverage for one pet, plus 3% cash back on purchases at pet stores, grooming and boarding services, and veterinary care.
Not every pet is eligible for Nibbles’ insurance, including certain types of older pets or those with specific medical conditions, the report explained.
“If you can do without pet insurance, the Best Friends card from Credit One Bank offers an even better 5% cash back on the first $5,000 of eligible pet purchases per year (1% thereafter),” Investopedia said.
Level Up With the PlayStation Card
The PlayStation card offers 5% back on PlayStation and Sony store purchases, such as consoles, games, and accessories, according to the report.
The card also rewards other gamer-focused categories, with 3% back on internet, cable, and streaming services, as well as 2% back on restaurants, including takeout and delivery.
Get Credit Rewards in Crypto
Instead of cash, the Gemini card offers its rewards in bitcoin and 50 other cryptocurrencies.
According to Investopedia, cardholders earn 4% back (up to $300 per month) on electric vehicle, gas, and transit purchases; 3% back on dining; 2% back on groceries; and 1% back on everything else.
Discounted NASCAR Tickets
The NASCAR American Express Card from Credit One Bank offers NASCAR fans discounts on select tickets and merchandise.9 However, stock car fans might be disappointed with the only 1% cash back on all purchases.
