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class="site-content"> <div id="content" role="main"> <article id="post-120139" class="post-120139 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-the-big-bank-theory category-credit-cards category-ucn"> <header class="entry-header"> <h1 class="entry-title">8 Credit Card Hacks to Crack Festive Season Savings!</h1> <div class="below-title-meta"> <div class="adt"> By <span class="vcard author"> <span class="fn"><a href="https://blog.bankbazaar.com/author/amith-kumar/" title="Posts by Amith Kumar" rel="author">Amith Kumar</a></span> </span> <span class="meta-sep">|</span> <span class="date updated">October 23, 2024</span> </div> <div class="adt-comment"> <a class="link-comments" href="https://blog.bankbazaar.com/8-credit-card-hacks-to-crack-festive-season-savings/#respond">0 Comment</a> </div> </div> </header> <div class="entry-content"> <p>Ready to supercharge your festive savings but don’t know where to get started? Two words – Credit Cards! Now if you are wondering what strategies you can employ to make the most out of your Credit Card, here is a comprehensive list with some real-world examples!</p> <p><img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-110985" src="https://blog.bankbazaar.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/4-Ultimate-Shopping-Credit-Cards.png" alt="4 Ultimate Shopping Credit Cards" width="1078" height="516" /></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">The festive season in India, spanning </span><span data-contrast="none">from </span><span data-contrast="none">Diwali to Christmas and New Year, is a time of joy, celebration, and, of course, SHOPPING. Though Credit Cards can help you tackle those big-ticket purchases easily, the dread associated with next month’s due amount lurks in the shadows. Having said that, there are some strategies to maximi</span><span data-contrast="none">s</span><span data-contrast="none">e savings and rewards to cut that bill significantly, especially during the festive season. Here they are, with real examples sourced from all over social media.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245418":true,"134245529":true}"> </span></p> <h3 aria-level="4"><b><span data-contrast="none">Discount/Offer Stacking</span></b><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335557856":16777215,"335559685":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":180,"335559739":0,"335559740":279}"> </span></h3> <p><span data-contrast="none">Probably, the most effective strategy to save big during the festive season! E-commerce platforms and retail stores offer festive discounts. When you combine them with </span><a href="https://www.bankbazaar.com/credit-card.html?variant=slide&variantOptions=mobileRequired&WT.mc_id=BLOG|8-credit-card-hacks-to-crack-festive-season-savings|TX&utm_source=BLOG&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=8-credit-card-hacks-to-crack-festive-season-savings"><span data-contrast="none">Credit Card offers</span></a><span data-contrast="none">, your savings shoot up exponentially. For instance, during festive sales, you can easily find a 10% discount on electronics on major e-commerce sites. By using a Credit Card that offers an additional 10% cashback on festive purchases, you can effectively save 20% on your purchase.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":180,"335559739":0}"> </span></p> <p><i><span data-contrast="none">A user on Reddit shared how she combined a 20% discount on a smartphone with a flat ₹4,000 cashback offer on her Credit Card. According to the user, it resulted in a total savings of around 30%.</span></i><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":180,"335559739":0}"> </span></p> <h3 aria-level="4"><b><span data-contrast="none">Rewards, Make ‘em Count!</span></b><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335557856":16777215,"335559685":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":180,"335559739":0,"335559740":279}"> </span></h3> <p><span data-contrast="none">Most Credit Cards offer reward points for purchases, which can be redeemed for various products, vouchers, or even cashback. To sweeten the deal a bit more, some Credit Cards offer accelerated reward points on specific categories like shopping, dining, and travel. Accumulate these points throughout the year and redeem them during the festive season for maximum value.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":180,"335559739":0}"> </span></p> <p><i><span data-contrast="none">Another recent Reddit post had gone viral. The user wrote that he redeemed </span></i><i><span data-contrast="none">his </span></i><i><span data-contrast="none">accumulated reward points worth around ₹63,000 to purchase a brand-new I-phone 16 for just ₹27,000 when it was launched.</span></i><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335557856":16777215,"335559685":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":180,"335559739":0,"335559740":279}"> </span></p> <h3 aria-level="4"><b><span data-contrast="none">No-Cost EMI For the Win!</span></b><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":180,"335559739":0}"> </span></h3> <p><span data-contrast="none">No-cost or 0-cost EMI (Equated Monthly Installment) options are a fantastic way to manage spending. Devoid of the burden of additional interest charges, no-cost EMI has eased the pressure on consumers. Big-ticket purchases like electronics, home appliances, and furniture have become more affordable as the cost of purchase is spread over several months without any additional charges.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":180,"335559739":0}"> </span></p> <p><i><span data-contrast="none">A Quora user shared how he bought a high-end Sony Bravia TV during the festive season using the no-cost EMI option. Choosing a 12-month no-cost EMI tenure made it easier to manage his finances while enjoying the latest technology.</span></i></p> <p><strong><span class="TextRun SCXW196954183 BCX0" lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW196954183 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="heading 1">Additional Reading:</span></span> </strong><a class="Hyperlink SCXW196954183 BCX0" href="https://blog.bankbazaar.com/how-the-interest-free-period-is-calculated-in-credit-cards/?WT.mc_id=BLOG|8-credit-card-hacks-to-crack-festive-season-savings|TX&utm_source=BLOG&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=8-credit-card-hacks-to-crack-festive-season-savings_TX" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><span class="TextRun Underlined SCXW196954183 BCX0" lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW196954183 BCX0" data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">How The Interest-Free Period Is Calculated </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW196954183 BCX0" data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">On</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW196954183 BCX0" data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink"> Your Credit Card</span></span></a><span class="EOP SCXW196954183 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":0,"335559739":300}"> </span></p> <h3 aria-level="4"><b><span data-contrast="none">Don’t Sleep on Milestone Bonus</span></b><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":180,"335559739":0}"> </span></h3> <p><span data-contrast="none">Most of us do not have the time to track spending for a month, let alone an entire year. As a result, any additional cashback, reward points, or vouchers for reaching a certain spending threshold usually go under the radar and remain unutili</span><span data-contrast="none">s</span><span data-contrast="none">ed or unclaimed. We can’t stress the importance of these milestone benefits. Keep an eye on them and plan your purchases accordingly to maximi</span><span data-contrast="none">s</span><span data-contrast="none">e savings.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":180,"335559739":0}"> </span></p> <p><i><span data-contrast="none">A user on a social media forum highlighted how she received a bonus voucher worth ₹5,000 for spending ₹50,000 during the festive season, which she used to buy gifts for friends and family.</span></i><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":180,"335559739":0}"> </span></p> <h3 aria-level="4"><b><span data-contrast="none">Concierge – More Than Fancy French!</span></b><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":180,"335559739":0}"> </span></h3> <p><span data-contrast="none">Time is money and that’s exactly why we’ve squeezed in concierge services onto this list. Many </span><a href="https://www.bankbazaar.com/credit-card.html?variant=slide&variantOptions=mobileRequired&WT.mc_id=BLOG|8-credit-card-hacks-to-crack-festive-season-savings|TX&utm_source=BLOG&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=8-credit-card-hacks-to-crack-festive-season-savings"><span data-contrast="none">premium Credit Cards</span></a><span data-contrast="none"> offer concierge services that can help you with various tasks, such as making travel bookings, restaurant reservations, or finding hard-to-get gifts. Focus on celebrations while utilizing these services during the festive season to save time and effort.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":180,"335559739":0}"> </span></p> <p><i><span data-contrast="none">A Quora user shared their experience of using their Credit Card’s concierge service to book a last-minute holiday package, which included exclusive discounts and perks. It saved her a lot of time that would have otherwise been spent scrolling through several webpages hunting for the best deal.</span></i><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":180,"335559739":0}"> </span></p> <h3 aria-level="4"><b><span data-contrast="none">Of Leaderboards and Giveaways…</span></b><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":180,"335559739":0}"> </span></h3> <p><span data-contrast="none">Credit Card issuers often run festive contests and giveaways, offering prizes such as cash vouchers, gadgets, or even holiday packages. Daily, weekly, monthly leaderboards are an upcoming trend wherein you stand a chance to win exciting rewards and gifts just by outspending everyone else during that specific period.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":180,"335559739":0}"> </span></p> <p><i><span data-contrast="none"> A Reddit user recently posted about winning an I-phone 16 in a festive contest organi</span></i><i><span data-contrast="none">s</span></i><i><span data-contrast="none">ed by his Credit Card issuer, simply by using his card for regular purchases. 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