June 23, 2025
Are the New Chase Sapphire Reserve Business & Updated Chase Sapphire Reserve Credit Cards Worth It? Expert Breakdown of the 2025 Updates
Episode Description
Chase just launched a new business credit card and rolled out changes to the Chase Sapphire Reserve—but are these updates actually worth getting excited about?
In this episode, I’m joined once again by Kelly from The Points and Miles Doc for a candid review of what’s new in the Chase ecosystem. From rising annual fees to underwhelming credits and a business card that looks a lot like what already exists, we’re breaking down the updates—and what they really mean for your wallet.
We also talk about how these cards stack up against competitors like Amex and Capital One, when the new benefits might be worth it, and why we’re not jumping to add either of these to our travel strategy just yet. If you’re holding the Chase Sapphire Reserve or considering a new business card, this episode will help you make a more informed decision.
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What You’ll Learn from this Episode
- Why the new Chase business card feels redundant—and who it might benefit
- The one bonus category that could justify the $795 annual fee
- How the Chase Sapphire Reserve’s changes compare to the Amex Business Platinum
- Whether the revamped travel and dining credits are actually usable
- A breakdown of how to think about the 2025 welcome offers
- Alternative cards worth considering instead of the CSR
- What Devon and Kelly plan to do with their own Chase cards
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- Ep 120: The biggest surprises (and letdowns) of 2025 so far
- Chase Sapphire Reserve
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