 TITLE: 7 Reasons to Get a New Credit Card This New Year CONTENT: 4\\. Supplement Your Current Rewards Strategy\n--------------------------------------------\nUsing just one credit card for all of your purchases keeps things simple, and there's nothing wrong with prioritizing simplicity. But if you're looking for opportunities to maximize your rewards, applying for a second card to use alongside your primary card may be the way to do it.\nTo give you an idea of the potential, let's say you have the Chase Freedom Flex℠, which offers 5% cash back on up to $1,500 spent in quarterly rotating categories (when you activate), 5% cash back on travel booked through Chase, 3% back on drugstores and dining at restaurants and 1% back on everything else.\nThe card offers some impressive rates on everyday spending categories. But it's still likely that most of your spending will net you just 1% back, which isn't spectacular.\nSet up automatic monthly payments to avoid missing a payment, and consider using budgeting software such as Mint or You Need a Budget to keep up with your transactions on your card. END