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Credit Card Articles

Articles about choosing the right credit card, and how to get the most from the ones you have.
 
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An older adult uses a credit card to make a payment on a smartphone in their living room.
Feb. 16, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

I've Done the Math, and This Welcome Offer Is Worth More Than It Looks

The Discover it Cash Back card has no annual fee, flexible rewards, and a unique cashback match that can double your first-year earnings.
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Feb. 16, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Nearly 1 in 4 BNPL Users Pay Late. Here's the Simple Fix in 2026

Nearly 1 in 4 buy now, pay later users paid late. Here's a simple four-step plan for using BNPL wisely and avoiding regret in 2026.
A mature woman smiles while sitting at her table. She is holding a cellphone and a credit card.
Feb. 16, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Here's What Happens When You Keep a Credit Card Open for Over 10 Years

Looking to hold onto a credit card for years, or even decades? Here's what to know about what can happen when you do, good and bad.
Woman walking through airport.
Feb. 16, 2026 | By Jake FitzGerald

This Travel Card's Bonus Is Worth at Least $750

This travel card's 75,000-point bonus is worth at least $750 in Chase Travel value, plus ongoing dining and travel rewards that easily justify its annual fee.
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Feb. 16, 2026 | By Jake FitzGerald

This No-Annual-Fee Credit Card Offers 6% Cash Back and a $200 Bonus

A 6% cash back rate sounds gimmicky. This one isn't. Here's how the math actually works.
A couple discusses finances at the kitchen table using a laptop and paperwork.
Feb. 16, 2026 | By James McClenathen

Best Balance Transfer Cards This Week, Feb. 16, 2026: Stop Paying Interest and Start Making Progress

Tackle leftover 2025 debt with top balance transfer cards offering long 0% intro APR periods and no annual fees. Compare picks and start paying it down today.
A smiling person holding a credit card.
Feb. 15, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

What Does It Take to Get the Best Credit Cards?

You'll need more than a high credit score to get approved for top rewards cards. Here's what card issuers look for -- and how to improve your odds.
Family looking at Travel book with young son on flight.
Feb. 15, 2026 | By Jake FitzGerald

This Travel Credit Card Has No Annual Fee Plus a $250 Bonus

No annual fee and a $250 travel bonus? This Bank of America card makes travel rewards easy.
A woman sitting on floor with paper bills and a calculator.
Feb. 15, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

We Compared Dozens of 0% Intro APR Cards -- These 3 Are the Best Right Now

These 0% intro APR cards are ideal for paying down debt, avoiding interest, and keeping long-term perks. Here's what makes them stand out.
Man using laptop to view his excellent credit score of 811.
Feb. 15, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Is There Any Point in Chasing a 'Perfect' Credit Score? Here's the Truth

Only 1.76% of Americans have a perfect credit score. Here's why you don't need one, and what matters more for your financial life.
Person smiling while holding credit card and cellphone outdoors near street.
Feb. 15, 2026 | By Jake FitzGerald

This Might Be Controversial but Bank of America's Cash Back Card Is Underrated

This card doesn't get much love, but for the right spender, it can quietly beat a lot of more popular cash back cards.
An overjoyed young couple pumps their fists while reading good news in a document together.
Feb. 15, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

How to Check if You're Eligible for a 0% Intro APR Credit Card

Most 0% intro APR cards require good credit and quick action. Here's how to check eligibility, avoid mistakes, and make the most of a no-interest period.
Smiling man and woman sitting on yacht
Feb. 15, 2026 | By James McClenathen

Save Thousands on Flights and Hotel Stays: The Best Travel Cards This Week, Feb. 15, 2026

Planning a big trip this year? The right travel credit card can help you save hundreds. Check out the best cards to apply for now and start earning rewards.
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Feb. 15, 2026 | By Brooklyn Sprunger

Longest 0% Intro APR Credit Cards This Week, Feb. 15, 2026: Don't Let Interest Hold You Back This Year

Need a break from interest? Check out this week's top intro APR credit cards with up to 24 months at 0%, and compare the best options to start saving.
woman smiling and holding a large pile of cash
Feb. 14, 2026 | By Jake FitzGerald

This Credit Card Is Paying 6% Cash Back Right Now

A 6% cash back credit card sounds too good to be true. It isn't. Here's how this offer actually works.
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Feb. 14, 2026 | By Jake FitzGerald

10 Benefits of the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card

Big bonus, flexible points, real travel protections. The Chase Sapphire Preferred is still one of the easiest travel cards to recommend.
A delivery man handing over a bag of takeout food to a customer.
Feb. 14, 2026 | By Jake FitzGerald

This Is How Much Impulse Spending Is Costing Millennials Every Month

Nearly half of millennials admit to spending more than $100 a month on impulse buys. Here's what that really adds up to and how to stop it.
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Feb. 14, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

These 3 Cards Come With 0% APR Until 2027

Looking for an easier way to erase high-interest debt? Learn how you can get back on track with these three great balance transfer cards.
A woman at a table with a credit card, notebook, phone, and coffee cup.
Feb. 14, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Still Time in February: The Top Balance Transfer Card With 21 Months at 0%

This Wells Fargo card offers one of the longest intro APR periods you can find. Here's how easy it is to start saving with it today.
A bride and groom kissing underneath a flower arch.
Feb. 14, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Here's What Happens to Your Credit Score When You Get Married

Quick answer: Nothing immediately happens to your credit score when you get married. But joint accounts and smart habits can lift both partners' profiles.
Kids looking at Manhattan Island through paying binoculars from the Liberty State Park in Jersey city during summer day.
Feb. 14, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Earn an Easy $200 Toward Travel: The Best Credit Card Sign-Up Bonuses This Week, Feb. 14, 2026

A valuable welcome bonus can single-handedly make a card worth applying for. Explore our favorite credit card bonuses available now to see what stands out.
Computer screen showing credit score of 811
Feb. 13, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Here's What Actually Changes When Your Credit Score Hits 800

Hitting an 800 credit score bumps you into the exceptional range. Here's what that means, and how to keep your place in the top tier.
An unhappy woman sitting in an airport next to her suitcase.
Feb. 13, 2026 | By Jake FitzGerald

This Might Be Controversial but Most Travel Cards Aren't Worth It

Travel cards look glamorous, but for most people they underdeliver. Here's why cash back quietly wins.
A young adult unpacks a delivered package on the couch.
Feb. 13, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

The Best Retail Credit Card for 2026, Hands Down

The Prime Visa offers unbeatable rewards, no annual fee, and instant value for Amazon shoppers. Here's why it topped our 2026 rankings.
Person uses credit card to pay at gas pump.
Feb. 13, 2026 | By James McClenathen

I Did the Math: These 3 Cards Win for Gas

Confused by different cash back rates, annual fees, and spending caps? I ran the numbers, and these cards are the best deals for gas.