Written by SharonKurheg @ Your Mileage May Vary
In this age of technology, people tend to use credit and debit cards more often than cash. But there are some people who, for reasons, still prefer to use cash.…
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Signing Up For Car Rental Programs & What Each Program Gives You
Written by joeheg @ Your Mileage May Vary
The point of joining airline or hotel loyalty programs is to earn loyalty points or miles you can redeem in the future for flights or hotel nights. That’s not as…
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Read MoreYou Can Earn Points, Even When You’re Told That You Can’t
Written by joeheg @ Your Mileage May Vary
We needed a rental car for a single day in New York from JFK. I knew it wasn’t going to be cheap but it still could be less money than taking an Uber or Lyft and more convenient than public transportation. I didn’t want to spend a lot of ti…
How You Can Earn Airline Miles By Driving
Written by joeheg @ Your Mileage May Vary
If you’re flying to a vacation destination, one of your first stops after the bathroom and baggage claim might be the rental car counter. I hope you used the tips I listed in this article and got a reasonable price on that car. But what you might…
Make Sure To Do This One Thing Before Your Next Car Rental
Written by joeheg @ Your Mileage May Vary
One of the most important things to do when renting a car from any company is to register for their frequent renter program. I’ve provided links to each program and what they offer to members in this post. Most importantly, by signing up for prog…
The Best Ranking Car Rental Companies In The U.S. Are…
Written by SharonKurheg @ Your Mileage May Vary
There’s a lot of stress that comes with traveling. You have to get through the security checkpoint and then hang out in an airport or airport lounge that’s way too crowded and may be going through a huge renovation. Unless you have first cl…
My Stupid Mistake Left Me With Points I’m Never Going To Use
Written by joeheg @ Your Mileage May Vary
Sometimes I’m too good about taking my own advice. I’ve written about how everyone should sign up for car rental loyalty programs and I stand by that advice. However, I…
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Read MoreLate Returning Your Rental Car? It Could Cost You An Extra Day’s Rental Charge
Written by joeheg @ Your Mileage May Vary
When you rent a car, I bet you don’t give much thought into the times you say you’ll pick up and drop off the vehicle. Most people enter in the…
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Why Do Rental Car Companies Charge For Extra Drivers & Do You Always Have To Pay It?
Written by SharonKurheg @ Your Mileage May Vary
You’ve gotten a sweet deal on a rental car (hopefully because you’ve read this article). You’ve figured out how much your toll charges are going to be, and you’re prepared…
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How To Use Debit Cards For Car Rentals
Written by joeheg @ Your Mileage May Vary
One question we’ve been asked on our Facebook page is how to rent a car using a debit card. While I’m a believer that the best way to get the most from your spending is to use a miles or points earning credit card, there are people who choo…
Have You Rented A Car In Florida In The Past Eight Years? You May Be Owed Some Money
Written by SharonKurheg @ Your Mileage May Vary
If you’ve rented a car from Dollar or Thrifty in the state of Florida at any time since 2011, you may have some money coming to you. Here’s why and what to do about it… Background: With rare exception, what rental car companies charge…
Learn What You May Have To Pay For Toll Roads BEFORE Renting A Car
Written by SharonKurheg @ Your Mileage May Vary
When you rent a car anywhere in the U.S.A., you will always encounter some charges tacked on to the cost of the actual rental. Taxes. Fees. Surcharges. Upcharges. You know what I mean. If you’re going to be on any toll roads during your rental pe…
How You Can Earn Airline Miles By Driving
Written by joeheg @ Your Mileage May Vary
If you’re flying to a vacation destination, one of your first stop after the bathroom and baggage claim might be the rental car counter. I hope you used the tips I listed in in this article and got a good price on that car. But what you might not…
How To Avoid Crazy Toll Charges When Renting A Car In Orlando (Updated September, 2018)
Written by SharonKurheg @ Your Mileage May Vary
When you rent a car, there are almost always costs not included in the advertised price. Sales tax. Vehicle license recovery fee. Customer facility charge. Concession recovery fee. Parking surcharge. Insurance charge. An added fee if you’re under…
Signing Up For Car Rental Programs, and What Each Program Will Give You
Written by joeheg @ Your Mileage May Vary
I’ve written in the past about how to sign up for frequent flyer programs and hotel programs. With each of those, you earn loyalty points or miles you can redeem in the future for flights or hotel nights. While some car rental companies also run loyalty programs that can earn you free rental days, the … Continue reading “Signing Up For Car Rental Programs, and What Each Program Will Give You”
Late Returning Your Rental Car? It Could Cost You An Extra Day’s Rental Charge
Written by joeheg @ Your Mileage May Vary
When you rent a car, I bet you don’t give much thought into the times you say you’ll pick up and drop off the vehicle. Most people enter in the time their flight is due to arrive and then maybe give themselves an hour, or two, before your flight is due to leave. But what … Continue reading “Late Returning Your Rental Car? It Could Cost You An Extra Day’s Rental Charge”