Okay, travel hackers, listen up! There's a new player in the rewards game called Mesa, and it's kind of a big deal if you're a homeowner. Basically, Mesa lets you earn points on your mortgage payments using their credit card, which you can then transfer to various travel partners. This is huge because mortgage payments are usually a non-rewards earning expense.

The good folks at AwardWallet have broken down all ten of Mesa's transfer partners, highlighting the six that offer the best value for your Mesa Points. Think airlines and hotels where your points can really stretch and give you a great redemption. They've also identified four partners where your points might not be worth as much, so you know where not to send them.

Why should you care? Because turning your biggest monthly expense into free flights and hotel stays is basically a superpower. This article is your cheat sheet to maximizing those Mesa Points and turning your home into a travel-funding machine.