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July 4, 2026 | By
Ryan Wilcox
Forget 'Premium' Travel Cards: The New Chase Sapphire Preferred Wins for Most People
Chase Sapphire Preferred's recent refresh added all sorts of new perks. Here's why I think it beats out pricier premium travel cards.
July 4, 2026 | By
Joel O'Leary
These 10 States Pay the Most for Gas as Prices Remain Elevated
Drivers in high-mileage states spend the most on gas, not those with the priciest pumps. See the 10 states topping the list in 2026.
July 4, 2026 | By
Joel O'Leary
3 Top All-Purpose Credit Cards: $200 Welcome Bonuses and 2% Unlimited Cash Rewards Right Now
No-annual-fee cash back cards pair unlimited rewards with an easy welcome offer. Here's how to match one to the way you actually spend.
July 4, 2026 | By
Joel O'Leary
Earn 100,000 Points for a $95 Annual Fee: Best Credit Card Bonuses This Week, July 4, 2026
This $95-annual-fee Chase card is offering its best bonus ever -- but it won't last long. Here's what to know about our favorite card bonuses available now.
July 3, 2026 | By
Ryan Wilcox
Here's How the Amex Platinum Can Pay for Its Annual Fee 5 Times Over in 2026
The Amex Platinum's annual fee sounds steep -- until you do the math. Here's how the card can deliver $5,000+ in first-year value in 2026.
July 3, 2026 | By
Ryan Wilcox
5 Benefits of the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card
Want a premium travel card without a bunch of complex perks? The Venture X delivers five standout benefits at a reasonable annual fee. Here's what to know.
July 3, 2026 | By
Ryan Wilcox
Our 3 Favorite Balance Transfer Cards With No Annual Fee
The best no-annual-fee balance transfer cards are offering up to 21 months of 0% intro APR. Here are the three we'd recommend today.
July 3, 2026 | By
Joel O'Leary
Our Top Cash Back Card of July 2026: Earn 2% on Purchases
The Citi Double Cash Card pays a flat 2% cash back: 1% when you buy and 1% when you pay. Here is how much you earn at every spending level.
July 3, 2026 | By
Joel O'Leary
Amex Platinum Can Now Save You up to $475 on Bose Speakers, Nordstrom, and More
American Express Platinum cardholders can earn up to $475 in statement credits through five new limited-time Amex Offers, plus how to enroll.
July 2, 2026 | By
Joel O'Leary
10 of the Best Benefits of the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card -- July 2026
A look at the Chase Sapphire Preferred's perks after its 2026 refresh, from a doubled hotel credit and new bonus categories to travel protections.
July 2, 2026 | By
Joel O'Leary
Our Top 0% Intro APR Card of July 2026: Pay No Interest for 21 Months
The Wells Fargo Reflect's intro APR offer can turn high-interest credit card debt into an interest-free payoff plan. Here's how the math works and when it pays off.
July 2, 2026 | By
Joel O'Leary
Unlock $1,000 in Bonus Cash: The Best Business Credit Cards This Month, July 2026
These no-annual-fee Chase business cards are offering their biggest welcome bonuses ever. Here's what to know, plus some other top options.
July 1, 2026 | By
Joel O'Leary
Ranked: My 3 Favorite Balance Transfer Cards of July 2026
A breakdown of how to choose a balance transfer card, from intro APR length to transfer fees, and which type of offer fits different amounts of debt.
July 1, 2026 | By
Joel O'Leary
This $200 Credit Card Bonus Might Be the Easiest Money You'll Earn All Year
The Chase Freedom Unlimited pairs a low-spend welcome offer with flat rewards on every purchase. Here's how the math works and who it fits.
July 1, 2026 | By
Ryan Wilcox
Earn 6% at U.S. Supermarkets and More: The Best Amex Cards This Month, July 2026
Want to earn 6% on your next trip to the supermarket and more? Here's the Amex card to get today, plus four other favorites.
July 1, 2026 | By
James McClenathen
Get Chase Sapphire Preferred's Biggest Bonus Ever: Best Travel Cards This Month, July 2026
The Chase Sapphire Preferred was already a great deal -- now, it's better than ever. Here's what to know about it and four other great travel cards out now.
June 30, 2026 | By
Joel O'Leary
I've Reviewed All the Best Cash Back Cards on the Market. This One Keeps Winning
The Chase Freedom Unlimited keeps sweeping our annual awards. Here's why I love it and why it stays at the top of the recommendations pile.
June 30, 2026 | By
Joel O'Leary
3 Things People With Perfect Credit Scores Never Do
A perfect credit score comes down to autopay, low reported balances, and opening multiple accounts over time. See the three things high-score earners never do.
June 29, 2026 | By
Ryan Wilcox
Do You Even Need a Debit Card? The Truth in 2026
Truth is, you might need a debit card for daily spending. Here's what they're actually good for in 2026 -- and my favorite card to use instead.
June 29, 2026 | By
James McClenathen
Best Balance Transfer Cards This Week, June 29, 2026: Watch Your Debt Shrink, Not Your Wallet
Stop losing ground to interest. These balance transfer cards offer 0% intro APR for nearly two years, with no annual fees. Finally see your debt drop.
June 28, 2026 | By
Joel O'Leary
Do I Need a Credit Card to Rent a Car?
No, you can rent a car with a debit card at most agencies. Here's what rental car companies require and why I still recommend using a credit card.
June 28, 2026 | By
Ryan Wilcox
Our 3 Favorite Balance Transfer Cards With the Lowest Transfer Fees
These three cards charge just a 3% intro balance transfer fee -- and offer up to 21 months of 0% intro APR. Here's how to pick the right one for you.
June 28, 2026 | By
Ryan Wilcox
Longest 0% Intro APR Credit Cards This Week, June 28, 2026: Get up to 21 Months to Make Real Progress
Get up to 21 months of 0% intro APR with this week's top cards. Pay off debt without interest eating your progress -- with real breathing room.
June 27, 2026 | By
Ryan Wilcox
Is the Amex Platinum a 'Rich' Card?
The Amex Platinum's annual fee sounds steep. But between its welcome bonus offer and thousands of dollars in perks, you don't have to be rich to get value out of it.
June 27, 2026 | By
Joel O'Leary
Get 100,000 Points With Chase Sapphire Preferred: Best Credit Card Bonuses This Week, June 27, 2026
Want to earn the highest bonus ever offered on the Chase Sapphire Preferred? If so, now's the time to apply. Here's what to know.
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