Earn Rewards on Rent Payments Using Smart Workarounds
Rent payments via credit card usually earn zero rewards. These 3 methods change that.
Rent PaymentsRewards
22 July 2026
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Credit Card Tricks
Pro tips to maximise credit card rewards, lounge access, and benefits — tested tricks for Indian cardholders.
10 tricks
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Use Credit Card Purchase Protection for Extended WarrantyMany premium cards extend manufacturer warranty by 1–2 years. Most cardholders never claim it.
Purchase ProtectionWarranty2 July 2026
- Transfer Hotel Points to Airlines for Maximum Value
Hotel loyalty points are worth more when transferred to airline miles. Here's the optimal ratio.
Hotel PointsAirline Miles12 June 2026
- Maximise Grocery Rewards with Category-Specific Cards
Grocery MCCs earn reduced rewards on most cards. These 4 cards are the exceptions.
GroceryRewards23 May 2026
- Use EMI Wisely to Earn Rewards on Large Purchases
Converting large purchases to EMI often forfeits rewards. Here's how to keep them.
EmiRewards3 May 2026
- Convert Insurance Premiums into Reward Earning Spends
Insurance payments earn zero rewards on most cards. Use these methods to earn instead.
InsuranceRewards13 April 2026
- Stack Welcome Bonuses Across Multiple Cards
Apply for cards strategically to earn signup bonuses worth ₹10,000–₹30,000 in the first year.
Welcome BonusSignup Bonus24 March 2026
- Claim Airport Lounge Access Before It Expires
Complimentary lounge visits reset on card anniversary, not calendar year. Time your trips accordingly.
Lounge AccessTravel4 March 2026
- Use Utility Bill Payments on the Right Card for 5X Rewards
Most cards exclude utility bills from rewards. These 6 cards reward them at the standard rate or better.
Utility BillsRewards12 February 2026
- Split Large Fuel Fills to Maximise Surcharge Waiver
The 1% fuel surcharge waiver has a per-transaction cap. Split your fill to stay under it and save more.
FuelSurcharge Waiver23 January 2026