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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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Sept. 15, 2024 | By Dana George

Want to Increase Your Odds of Credit Card Approval? Here's How

Getting approved for a credit card can be confusing. Find out how to increase your chances of being approved.
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Sept. 14, 2024 | By Lyle Daly

3 of the Most Overrated Credit Card Perks

Some credit card perks don't live up to the hype. Find out which popular benefits may be more trouble than they're worth.
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Sept. 14, 2024 | By Margo Winton Parodi

3 Benefits of Getting All Your Credit Cards From One Issuer

There are so many great credit cards out there that it can be hard to choose. See why simplifying your options might be the way to go.
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Sept. 13, 2024 | By Natasha Etzel

Could a 0% APR Card Help if You Can't Pay Your Medical Bill?

One medical or dental appointment can quickly drain your wallet. Should you pay for your medical bill with a credit card? Find out how a 0% APR card may help.
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Sept. 13, 2024 | By Natasha Etzel

5 Ways to Earn Delta Miles

The more Delta SkyMiles you earn, the closer you'll be to being able to make an award flight redemption. Here are some of the many ways to earn Delta miles.
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Sept. 13, 2024 | By Kailey Hagen

How Does Your Credit Limit Stack Up to the Average American's?

Your credit limit dictates how much you can charge to your card each month. Find out how yours stacks up to the average American's.
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Sept. 11, 2024 | By Emma Newbery

3 Times Your Debit Card Should Stay in Your Wallet

More than 50% of consumers prefer using their debit cards to pay, but they could be losing out on benefits. Find out why.
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Sept. 10, 2024 | By Steven Porrello

Is a Credit Card Cash Advance a Smart Choice in Emergencies?

Cash advances are expensive, but what if you have no other choice? Learn when you might consider taking money out with a credit card.
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Sept. 10, 2024 | By Kailey Hagen

Ranked: The 5 Best Ways to Boost Your Credit Score

A high credit score can save you money and headaches. Here are the five best ways to improve yours.
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Sept. 9, 2024 | By Margo Winton Parodi

3 Reasons I Almost Never Use My Debit Card

Debit cards are an important piece of any wallet, but their offerings are pretty basic. Check out some reasons why a debit card may not get much use.
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Sept. 9, 2024 | By Emma Newbery

Owe Money on Your Credit Cards? Suze Orman Says You Should Do This

Almost half of us carry a balance on our credit cards, and financial gurus have a lot of advice about how to tackle it. Find out what moves Suze Orman recommends.
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Sept. 9, 2024 | By Matt Frankel, CFP®

Prediction: Here's What the Average Credit Card Interest Rate Will Be in 2025

The average credit card interest rate is almost certain to go down next year. But will it give consumers any relief? Find out more here.
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Sept. 9, 2024 | By Dana George

This Is Scammers' Least Favorite Credit Card in 2024

There were approximately 215,000 cases of credit card fraud in the first half of 2024. Here's the one card that scammers would prefer not to steal.
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Sept. 8, 2024 | By Dana George

Why You May Not Be Able to Count on Your American Express When You Travel

American Express is not a card type that's accepted everywhere. Here's where you may need to pull out a different card.
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Sept. 6, 2024 | By Matt Frankel, CFP®

How Hard Is It to Land a Perfect 850 Credit Score? The Answer May Surprise You

It can be extremely challenging to achieve a perfect 850, but it can also be unnecessary. Learn why you shouldn't worry about not having a perfect score.
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Sept. 4, 2024 | By Steven Porrello

3 Reasons Your Credit Card Application Was Denied With an 800-Plus Credit Score

Being in the 800 credit score club doesn't mean automatic approval for every credit card. Learn how you could be turned down, even with an 800-plus score.
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Sept. 3, 2024 | By Ashley Maready

3 Expensive Credit Card Mistakes I've Made -- and How I Avoid Them Now

Credit cards can cost you if you're not careful. Read on to learn from one writer's missteps with credit cards.
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Sept. 2, 2024 | By Steven Porrello

3 Surprising Reasons I Was Denied a Credit Card, Even With an 800 Credit Score

An 800 credit score could open the door to some excellent credit cards. But even with an exceptional score, that same door could close for these three reasons.
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Sept. 1, 2024 | By Lyle Daly

3 Little-Known Perks of Having Multiple Credit Cards

Not sure if having multiple credit cards is a good idea? Learn about the little-known perks of having more than one card in your wallet.
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Sept. 1, 2024 | By Margo Winton Parodi

4 Travel Card Perks You're Probably Missing Out On

The best travel credit cards offer more than just rewards points. Check out some money-saving features you may not be taking advantage of.
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Aug. 31, 2024 | By Lyle Daly

4 Ways Bad Credit Costs You Money

Bad credit is a serious financial issue. Learn about all the ways a low credit score can make your life more expensive and what to do about it.
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Aug. 31, 2024 | By Lyle Daly

4 Little-Known Reasons You Need a High Credit Score

Your credit is important for more than just credit card and loan applications. Discover the little-known advantages of having a high credit score.
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Aug. 30, 2024 | By Emma Newbery

Don't Count on Rate Cuts to Shrink Your Credit Card Interest

The average American has a credit card balance of over $6,500 and an APR of over 22%. Find out why rate cuts will barely touch credit card interest payments.
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Aug. 30, 2024 | By Ashley Maready

Top 5 Reasons Why Your Credit Card Application Was Rejected

When you apply for a new credit card, getting approved may not always be a slam dunk. Keep reading to find out why.
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Aug. 30, 2024 | By Ashley Maready

Forget Paying for Credit Repair. Fix Your Own Credit for Free

Why pay for something you can do yourself for free? Read on to learn the steps to improve your credit.