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Top 3 cards · ranked by net annual rewards

  1. Wells Fargo Autograph Journey℠

    Wells Fargo · $95/yr fee

    $2,367

    /year

  2. American Express Gold

    American Express · $325/yr fee

    $2,065

    /year

  3. U.S. Bank Altitude® Connect Visa Signature®

    US Bank · No fee

    $2,047

    /year

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