The best way to get the most out of your credit card points is to research the per - point value of your redemption options. (cardrates.com)
Rewards rates for all other card categories are contingent upon how consumers redeem their rewards points, which can alter the total value of the redemption. (valuepenguin.com)
In the case of your Amex card, the highest value of redemption is on airline and hotels via partner redemption options. (johnnyjet.com)