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Chase has a solid welcome offer for its popular Chase Freedom Unlimited® card. New cardholders can now earn a $200 bonus (awarded as 20,000 Ultimate Rewards points) after spending just $500 in the first three months—that’s a remarkable 40% return on your initial spending.
The Freedom Unlimited stands out among no-annual-fee cards with its generous rewards rates across multiple categories:
While the 1.5% base rate doesn’t match the 2% flat rate offered by cards like the Citi Double Cash, the Freedom Unlimited‘s bonus categories and flexibility make it particularly valuable for everyday spending.
Perfect timing for holiday spending, the card offers:
The Freedom Unlimited becomes significantly more valuable when paired with premium Chase Ultimate Rewards cards that offer transfer partner access:
With a premium card, your Freedom Unlimited points can be transferred to valuable partners like United MileagePlus, World of Hyatt, and Air Canada Aeroplan, often providing redemption values well above 1 cent per point.
When valuing Ultimate Rewards at 1.5 cents per point (conservative estimate for transfer partner redemptions), the Freedom Unlimited effectively earns:
The Freedom Unlimited is subject to Chase’s unofficial 5/24 rule. If you’ve opened five or more credit cards from any issuer in the past 24 months, your application may be automatically denied.
The card charges a 3% foreign transaction fee, making it unsuitable for international spending. Consider a different card for overseas purchases.
Accepting this offer extends your eligibility for another Chase Freedom Unlimited bonus by 24 months from account opening. Plan your Chase card strategy accordingly.
This offer is particularly attractive for:
The Chase Freedom Unlimited‘s $200 welcome offer represents great value for a no-annual-fee card. The low $500 spending requirement makes this bonus easily attainable, while the card’s strong ongoing rewards structure and valuable benefits package provide long-term utility.
Whether you’re new to Chase Ultimate Rewards or looking to maximize your earning potential with an existing premium Chase card, this offer presents an excellent opportunity to add a versatile everyday spending card to your wallet.
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