One woman shares the ingenuity behind her plan to afford a trip to Europe, and it’s all because of the points she’s racking up for cancer-related costs.
When Jane* discovered a blind pimple on her body, the last thing she expected was to be diagnosed with genetic melanoma.
The 35-year-old was quickly inundated with expensive specialist appointments, surgeries, supplements and remedies which, despite private health insurance and Medicare support, quickly piled up.
He now plans to use those expenses to finance a business class flight to Europe in 2025.
When Jane, 35, discovered a blind pimple on her body, the last thing she expected was to be diagnosed with genetic melanoma.
Originally from New South Wales, Jane’s diagnosis meant she was unable to attend two overseas weddings.
She was scrolling through Instagram feeling sorry for herself when she came across someone who had paid for a free ‘babymoon’ by putting all pregnancy-related costs on a credit card to earn points.
“I had the idea to see how many points I could get by using my credit card to pay for everything related to cancer,” Jane said. yahoo news.
“I pay for things… including everyday essentials… with my credit card and then immediately transfer the money.”
“My short and medium term savings have been greatly affected when it comes to paying for cancer-related expenses.”
Jane’s diagnosis means she has to see a dermatologist every three months for immunotherapy, who strongly recommended freezing her eggs.
Jane had the idea to see how many points she could acquire using her credit card to pay for everything related to cancer.
Her plan to travel to Europe will be funded with Qantas Frequent Flyer points, with Jane’s Visa and Amex cards linked to her account.
This was the biggest hit to his savings, leaving a $4,000 dent in his pocket.
“There are a lot of little things,” Jane continued.
‘Vitamins, supplements and over-the-counter medications to ensure I stay comfortable and healthy enough to continue the immunotherapy program.
“There’s also managing side effects, such as healing massages to help manage muscle and joint pain, prescription ointments for rashes, and inhalers when I’m short of breath,” she said.
Other costs, such as gasoline, have also increased due to your need to drive more.
Her plan to travel to Europe will be funded with Qantas Frequent Flyer points, with Jane’s Visa and Amex cards linked to her account.
Accumulating points whenever possible, your goal is to exceed 100,000 points.
He warns those who want to take advantage of the points system to be careful not to go into debt.
A business class flight to London next May could cost more than $11,000. But with points, you could fly for around $600 with 300,000 points.
You could fly economy class for around $66,000, plus a $166 payment, or premium economy class for 152,400 points and a $341 contribution.
“I’m halfway through the immunotherapy program and have just under 50,000 points, so I’m pretty confident about reaching 100,000 points,” Jane added, with just six months of immunotherapy and two facial surgeries left.
“I wouldn’t recommend what I’m doing to people who don’t have a good relationship with credit cards.”
“I can see how the lure of points toward something bigger could cause people to end up in debt if they don’t have the funds to be able to keep up with the debt.”
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