CENTURION

How to Get a Centurion Card Invitation 2026

There is a lot of speculation about the Centurion invitation. What actually works and how my own path to the invitation looked.

Christian·2026-03-09·5 min read

STRATEGY

My Credit Card Combination for Everyday Use in 2026

Which cards I use daily as a Centurion holder, why this combination, and how I decide at the register.

Christian·2026-03-08·5 min read

STRATEGY

Maximizing Your Amex Welcome Bonus 2026: A Guide

Amex welcome bonuses are the fastest way to build a large points balance. Timing and strategy make all the difference.

Christian·2026-03-07·5 min read

STRATEGY

Booking Business Class with Points 2026: Route Guide

88,000 miles for ANA Business to Tokyo, Avios for Europe. The best award routes from Germany and how to book them.

Christian·2026-03-06·5 min read

CENTURION

Centurion Card Cost 2026: Is the Black Card Worth It?

The real costs of the Centurion Card and an honest breakdown of whether it's worth it. From the perspective of an actual cardholder.

Christian·2026-03-05·5 min read

US CREDIT

How to Apply for an ITIN 2026: A Guide for Germans

The complete process, step by step: from choosing the right path to receiving your ITIN notice. What works, what doesn't, and what I learned along the way.

Christian·2026-03-04·5 min read

CREDIT CARDS

Amex Gold Card 2026: My Experience After the Price Increase

240 euros annual fee instead of what it used to be. What the Amex Gold still offers after the price increase and who it's actually worth it for.

Christian·2026-03-03·5 min read

VERGLEICHE

Centurion vs. Platinum Comparison 2026: Is It Worth It?

The Centurion costs more than five times the Platinum. Whether the premium is worth it, from someone who has both cards.

Christian·2026-03-02·5 min read

CREDIT CARDS

Amex Platinum 2026: Is the 720 Euro Card Worth It?

720 euros a year for a credit card. Whether the Amex Platinum justifies that price in 2026 comes down to a few concrete factors.

Christian·2026-03-01·5 min read

CREDIT CARDS

Amex Platinum Insurance 2026: What's Actually Covered

The Amex Platinum comes with an extensive insurance package. What's actually covered and how the claims process works.

Christian·2026-02-28·5 min read

US CREDIT

Setting Up a US LLC 2026: A Guide for Germans

A US LLC is the foundation for bank accounts, credit cards, and business presence in the US. How to set up an LLC as a German, which state makes sense, and what it costs.

Christian·2026-02-26·5 min read

TRAVEL

Centurion Lounge Review 2026: All Locations

The Centurion Lounges are the best in the Amex lounge network. Which locations are worth visiting and what to expect in 2026.

Christian·2026-02-25·5 min read