TPG staff members share their 2022 credit card New Year’s resolutions

Now that we're a few days into the new year, many of us are looking forward to the prospect of earning thousands of points and miles throughout 2022.

Here are eight TPG staffers' credit card resolutions as we get to finally make our bucket-list trips happen this year (fingers crossed).

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Stella Shon, reporter

A question I always ask myself periodically is, "How can I earn the maximum number of points and miles possible?" After a quick glance at my wallet, I'm generally pretty happy with how I'm maximizing my everyday purchases to accrue thousands of points and miles every year.

But a big area of opportunity remains: rent. Next year, I'm thinking of applying for the Bilt Mastercard, the first-ever credit card that lets you earn points and miles for rent. Some of the Bilt program's transfer partners — including American Airlines AAdvantage and World of Hyatt — are too lucrative to ignore.

(Editor’s note: TPG founder Brian Kelly is a Bilt advisor and investor.)

Related: Five ways to pay your rent or mortgage with a credit card

Chris Dong, reporter

2022 is the year I start trimming the fat on cards I don’t really find useful. For instance, the American Express® Green Card that has been sock drawered for a couple of years is getting the axe.

The information for the Amex Green has been collected independently by The Points Guy. The card details on this page have not been reviewed or provided by the card issuer.

Related: Can you downgrade and then upgrade the same card?

Benji Stawski, reporter

I haven’t opened many new credit cards recently so I’m currently under Chase’s 5/24 count (meaning I haven’t opened more than five new cards in 24 months). Assuming we see more big sign-up bonuses from Chase in 2022, I plan to jump on them and take full advantage of these open slots.

I also don’t have any Capital One cards yet so I have my eyes on the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card, though I likely won’t apply for it until I’ve maxed out my 5/24 limit with Chase.

Related: Who should (and shouldn’t) get the Capital One Venture X card?

Katie Genter, senior reporter

I'm actually pretty happy with my current credit card portfolio. But, I expect I'll downgrade some cards to no-annual-fee versions if their annual fee comes due and I can't justify paying it. And I expect I'll add a few new cards to my wallet if they offer spectacular bonuses or perks.

Additionally, if I decide to requalify for high-tier American Airlines elite status in 2022, I'll need an American Airlines credit card to help me earn Loyalty Points. So, my next card will likely be the AAdvantage Aviator Red Mastercard, which I'll hopefully be able to upgrade to the AAdvantage Aviator Silver World Elite Mastercard.

The information for the AAdvantage Aviator Red and AAdvantage Aviator Silver cards has been collected independently by The Points Guy. The card details on this page have not been reviewed or provided by the card issuer.

Related: The ultimate guide to getting upgraded on American Airlines

Juan Ruiz, editor

I took an app-o-rama hiatus (when you apply for several cards in a short period of time) in 2021 but next year I intend to apply for a handful of cards and increase my points and miles balances to keep up with my growing family. Now that I'm under 5/24, the sky's the limit on which generous welcome offers I'm going to target in the new year.

Related: Four easy strategies I use to earn over 500,000 points and miles a year

Madison Blancaflor, editor

I think 2022 is the year I finally get a premium credit card with lounge access. After a recent, unexpected eight-hour layover, I’ve decided that lounge access is a good thing to have in my back pocket for future delays or unexpected complications during multi-segment trips.

Related: Guide to accessing the American Express Centurion Lounges

Benét Wilson, senior editor

Now that I’ve fully committed to World of Hyatt, I think it’s time to sign up for that chain’s credit card (the World of Hyatt Credit Card) once I get from under Chase’s 5/24 in April 2022.

Related: Why I dropped Marriott after 35 years of loyalty

Erica Silverstein, senior editor

My goal is to find a new credit card or two that will help me earn free travel for my family and give me travel perks like lounge access for the work travel I do. But I want to do this without overpaying for the privilege of owning a credit card, since I won't be traveling every month and tend to stay in vacation rentals more than hotels.

Related: How to find and book an Airbnb for your next road trip

Bottom line

It shouldn't come as a surprise that many of our staffers have their sights set on new credit cards to help them earn more welcome bonuses and rewards on everyday purchases in the new year. Remember though, if your resolutions include improving your credit score or refinancing your debt, be sure to make these goals a priority before chasing your next travel credit card.