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So either way will work OP! You can run amounts through monthly to maximize rewards or you can do the small purchases. I just have get that balance gone first before I can budge. I hate seeing a big balance. But it's a YMMV type situation. At least you know that you have options.

@tonyaether wrote:So either way will work OP! You can run amounts through monthly to maximize rewards or you can do the small purchases. I just have get that balance gone first before I can budge. I hate seeing a big balance. But it's a YMMV type situation. At least you know that you have options.
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