The credit card checklist that saves me hundreds on date nights

Modern married life can be hectic. My husband and I balance demanding jobs, caring for our (fur) baby, friendships, hobbies, travel and all manner of household chores.That's why we've found it's important to set aside time for a romantic date night every so often. We get to do something fun, reconnect away from the hustle and bustle of daily life … and inevitably talk about where we want to travel next.And as the points-and-miles person in the relationship, there's one thing I do before almost every night out: check which credit card benefits and offers we can stack.It takes just a few minutes, and between dining credits, merchant offers, rideshare benefits and even entertainment credits, this habit saves us hundreds of dollars each year.Here's what I look for before we head out.Related: The dining statement credits that save me over $1,000 every yearERIC ROSEN/THE POINTS GUYFirst, I check my dining creditsDining credits are usually the first place I look because several of my cards offer them.Chase Sapphire Exclusive TablesLast year, Chase launched its new Sapphire dining program in partnership with OpenTable, which gives special access to reservations to folks with the following ...