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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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March 13, 2026 | By Jake FitzGerald

We Compared 100+ Credit Cards -- Here's the Top $0 Annual Fee Card in March 2026

We compared 100+ credit cards to find the best $0 annual fee option for March 2026. See why this travel rewards card came out on top.
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March 13, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Earn 3% on Dining and More: The Best No-Annual-Fee Cards This Week, March 13, 2026

Want to earn 3% every time you eat out and much more? Here's the credit card to get, plus our other favorite no-annual-fee cards out now.
A man is sleeping contentedly while holding lots of money.
March 12, 2026 | By Jake FitzGerald

The Lazy Way to Maximize Credit Card Rewards

Maximizing credit card rewards doesn't have to be complicated. Here's the surprisingly lazy system that works for most people.
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March 12, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

7 Benefits of the Capital One Venture X Card

The Capital One Venture X card comes with a $395 annual fee -- but premium travel perks like lounge access, annual credits, and big rewards make it easy to justify.
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March 12, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

3 Things Stopping Me From Getting the Amex Platinum Card

The Amex Platinum Card has real appeal -- but its high annual fee, low everyday earning rates, and complex credits give me pause.
The word "DEBT" on a chalkboard next to an eraser.
March 12, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

My Favorite Debt Hack of March 2026: Pay No Interest for 21 Months With This Card

Looking for an easy way to erase high-interest debt? Here's how you can with our favorite balance transfer card available now.
young man and woman with shopping bags looking at a credit card and a tablet.
March 12, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

The 3 Best Rewards Cards for 3 Types of People: Which Are You?

Want the best credit card for you -- your lifestyle, your spending habits, and your rewards preferences? Here are three of my favorites available now.
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March 12, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

3 Reasons I Love the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card

The Capital One Venture card has been in my wallet for years. Here's why I keep it -- and why I recommend it to pretty much everyone I know.
Traveler at airport with luggage, phone, and credit card.
March 11, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Here's Why I Picked the Capital One Venture X Card Over the Amex Platinum

The Capital One Venture X has a lower annual fee, simpler credits, and earns 2x miles on everything. Here's why it beat the Amex Platinum for me.
Man in suit running from a wrecking ball labeled Debt.
March 11, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Need Help With Credit Card Debt? Check Out This 21-Month 0% Intro APR Card Now

The Citi Diamond Preferred Card has one of the longest 0% intro APR windows available -- making it a strong option for paying down credit card debt faster.
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March 11, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Here's How Much the Amex Platinum's Massive Welcome Bonus Offer Is Really Worth

The Amex Platinum comes with one of the biggest welcome bonus offers out there -- but your exact mileage may (literally vary). Here's what to know.
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March 11, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

10 Benefits of the Bank of America Customized Cash Rewards Card

The Bank of America Customized Cash Rewards card earns 6% cash back for the first year in a category you choose and rewards flexibility that fits real life.
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March 11, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

How the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card Can Earn You 10X Its Annual Fee in One Year

With the Chase Sapphire Preferred, you can unlock more than $1,000 in first-year value -- more than 10 times the card's annual fee. Here's how to do it.
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March 11, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Ranked: My 3 Favorite Balance Transfer Cards of March 2026

Looking for the longest 0% intro APR you can find? Here are three great cards that can help you save for nearly two whole years.
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March 11, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

7 Benefits of the Capital One VentureOne Card

The Capital One VentureOne card earns travel rewards with no annual fee and no foreign transaction fees -- a great pick for budget-conscious travelers.
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March 11, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Earn 2% on Purchases: The Best Cash Back Cards This Week, March 11, 2026

If you want to earn 2% on purchases this year, there's a top cash back card that can help you do it. Here are all our favorites available now.
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March 10, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Here's Why an 850 Credit Score Isn't All It's Cracked Up to Be -- and What You Really Need

You don't need a perfect credit score to be financially stable -- or exceptional, for that matter. Here's a better number to aim for today.
A women sitting at a sunny desk with a laptop, calendar, and planner.
March 10, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

This 0% Intro APR Card Comes With No Interest Until December 2027

The Chase Slate card has no annual fee and one of the longest 0% intro APR periods available -- a strong option for balance transfers or big purchases.
Amex Platinum mirror card design paying for breakfast meal.
March 10, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

10 Benefits of the Amex Platinum Card

The Amex Platinum has a steep annual fee but has potentially $3,500+ in annual value. Here are the top benefits that can make it worth it.
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March 10, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

We Compared 100+ Credit Cards -- This Is the Best Cash Back Card for March 2026

Earn 6% cash back in a category of your choice for the first year, pay no annual fee, and snag a welcome offer worth hundreds with this top cash back card.
A woman pauses working on her personal finances to enjoy a cup of coffee.
March 10, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

3 of Our Favorite Balance Transfer Cards Offering 21 Months of 0% Intro APR Right Now

Stop paying interest on debt you're already trying to eliminate. These no-annual-fee cards offer some of the longest 0% intro windows available right now.
An older gentleman sits on a park bench, looking at his phone while also holding his credit card.
March 9, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Here's What Happens When You Keep a Credit Card Open Forever

People with 850 credit scores keep accounts open for 30 years on average. Here's what happens when you keep a credit card open forever -- and how to do it right.
A person holding a smartphone that says 811 credit score.
March 9, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

3 Perks of Having an 800+ Credit Score

Curious what a sky-high credit score can get you? Here's the rundown, plus a few tips on how to get there faster.
The word "DEBT" on a chalkboard next to an eraser.
March 9, 2026 | By James McClenathen

Best Balance Transfer Cards This Week, March 9, 2026: Finally Stop Spinning Your Wheels

The best balance transfer cards now have long 0% APR periods of up to two years and no annual fees. Find the right card for you and start tackling debt today.
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March 8, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

3 Things People With Perfect Credit Scores Never Do

Want all the perks (and bragging rights) that come with a perfect credit score? Here's what it takes, based on the select few people who have one.