Credit Card Articles

Carrying a credit card balance is very common, and the average balance increased by 10% over a year. Learn how to cope with your credit card debt here.

Interested in a limited-edition credit card made from a Boeing 747 aircraft? Here's why you'll need to act quickly to get your hands on it.

Are you considering buying a basic economy ticket? Make sure you review the restrictions before you book. Find out why one writer avoids this ticket type.

Thinking about canceling one of your credit cards? Don't miss this important step -- it could save you money. Find out what you need to do.

Over 90% of Americans are planning to travel this year. Find out how they plan to pay for it to get ideas for financing your next getaway.

Airline elite status is becoming easier to get each year. Here's the best -- and second best -- way to make it happen.

Paying your credit cards on time can help you avoid repercussions. Find out what happens when you're late on a credit card and how to avoid it.

Wondering how the Capital One-Discover merger might affect your wallet? This corporate merger expert has ideas for new credit cards that could "emerge."

The Amex Platinum Card is worth more to me than its $695 annual fee. Learn how its travel benefits have saved me big time in the past year.

The Robinhood Gold Card has the most impressive cash back rate I've seen. Here's why I'm still not going to apply for it.

Want to get the best airline travel deals and experiences? Here's why you might want a premium airline credit card.

If you have a cash back credit card, you can contribute more to retirement than you think. Learn how to turn your cash back into a nest egg.

Even economy flights to Japan can cost thousands. Here are ways to fly in luxury for less than the cost of an economy ticket.

Everyone wants to get approved when they apply for a credit card. Here are a few less-discussed techniques that could make it more likely.

Are you curious about getting airline elite status? Here's how most of the perks can be had in other ways, without all the effort and expense.

The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card is a popular travel rewards card. Find out how the newly improved welcome bonus could yield over $900 in travel savings.

The Chase Sapphire Reserve® is a favorite rewards credit card among travelers who like premium travel perks. See how to score $1,125 in travel savings.

Want free plane tickets? See how much travel you can buy with 75,000 bonus points for the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card and the Chase Sapphire Reserve®.

Chase Sapphire credit cards have a special limited time welcome offer: 75,000 points. See how much air travel you can buy with these points from Chase.

Airline elite status programs can be confusing, expensive, and, dare we say...overrated. See how to maximize your air travel without elite status.

One credit card or many? It depends on how much time you want to spend managing the accounts. Read on for the benefits and drawbacks of sticking to one card.

Opening a CD may seem attractive right now, thanks to higher rates. But keep reading to learn why getting rid of credit card debt is a better move.

Have you traveled out of state for a big concert or must-see live event? Here's how you're part of a big Gen Z travel trend that is shaping the travel industry.

If you have credit card debt, taking advantage of a balance transfer offer could save you money on interest. Find out what you should do.

Using a credit card for nearly every purchase can save you money. Read on to learn why most people would benefit from trying this.