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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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A couple sit on the floor in a room with no furniture surrounded by paperwork and bills.
Sept. 27, 2023 | By Ashley Maready

Don't Turn to 'Credit Repair' Services to Fix Your Credit. Try These 5 Tips Instead

Companies that claim to repair your credit for you are best avoided. Learn how you can take matters into your own hands to boost your credit score.
An older adult uses a credit card to make a payment on a smartphone in their living room.
Sept. 22, 2023 | By Ashley Maready

Is It Worth It to Open Multiple Credit Cards With the Same Issuer?

There are many credit card issuers out there. Keep reading to learn why it could make sense to have more than one card with the same issuer.
Two people looking worried while reviewing bills at their kitchen table.
Sept. 18, 2023 | By Lyle Daly

This Is How Much Money a $10K Credit Card Balance Could Cost You

Credit card debt can be expensive to pay off. Find out just how much a $10,000 credit card balance could cost you and what to do about it.
Two older people shaking hands with two smiling doctors in a sunny hospital room.
Sept. 11, 2023 | By Robin Hartill, CFP

Medical Credit Cards: Here's Everything You Need to Know

Medical credit cards can help with an expensive bill, but there are a few details buried in the fine print you should be aware of. Read on to find out more.
A woman looks at her credit card in confusion while sitting in a café.
Sept. 8, 2023 | By Brittney Myers

How to Use the Most Overlooked Safety Feature of Your Credit Cards

This feature can stop unauthorized transactions and offer peace of mind. Here's how it works.
A couple smiles as they use a contactless credit card reader in a restaurant.
Sept. 7, 2023 | By Cole Tretheway

You Can't Actually Profit by Using Credit Cards. Here's Why

Your thinking on credit cards may be costing you money. Find out how to use credit cards the right way.
A man and woman sitting at an airport and waiting for their flight while looking at a tablet.
Sept. 6, 2023 | By Natasha Etzel

Here's How I Bid on a Business Class Upgrade for Cheap

Want to fly in business class without paying thousands of dollars? Maybe you can. Find out how one writer got a business class upgrade for less.
Woman highlighting a document.
Sept. 2, 2023 | By Ashley Maready

3 Times to Check Your Credit Report

Your credit report is an important piece of your financial picture. Keep reading to learn when it's most crucial to know where it stands.
A young woman and man sitting at the kitchen table and looking over paperwork.
Sept. 2, 2023 | By Ashley Maready

4 Reasons to 'Snowball' Your Credit Card Debt Payoff

There are several ways to pay off debt. Keep reading to learn why one writer is an advocate of rolling a "debt snowball."
Someone frowns at their smartphone while holding up their credit card.
Aug. 26, 2023 | By Ashley Maready

5 Credit Card 'Rookie Mistakes' -- and What to Do Instead

Credit cards come with a lot of potential pitfalls. Keep reading to learn what not to do when you use them.
Woman with credit card in her hand using cellphone while reclining on sofa.
Aug. 18, 2023 | By Ashley Maready

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

Keeping a credit card for a long time can be good for your credit score. Read on to learn what else to expect if you've got very old credit card accounts.
A woman pumps her fist and smiles.
Aug. 17, 2023 | By Ashley Maready

I Raised My Credit Score by 100 Points in Less Than a Year. Here's How I Did it

Is your credit score lower than you'd like? It's possible to improve it. Keep reading to learn how one writer added 100 points to hers.
A worried couple looks at paperwork and a laptop.
Aug. 16, 2023 | By Emma Newbery

Should You Ever Pay to Repair Your Credit?

The credit repair industry will be worth more than $6 billion in 2023. Learn more about what credit repair companies can -- and can't -- do for you.
A stressed young woman sitting at her desk in front of a laptop with her face in her hands.
Aug. 15, 2023 | By Chris Neiger

Here Are All The Ways Your Credit Card Info Can Get Stolen

Americans reported nearly 442,000 incidents of credit card information being misused last year. Take a look at how credit card info often gets stolen.
A woman looks at her credit card in confusion while sitting in a café.
Aug. 11, 2023 | By Charlie Pastor, CFP®

Americans Have Borrowed Over $1 Trillion in Credit Card Debt. Here's What to Do if You're One of Them

Borrowing to cover living expenses? You're not alone. Keep reading to find out what to do about it.
Young woman typing on laptop while staring intently at screen
Aug. 11, 2023 | By Cole Tretheway

Can I Pay College Tuition With a Credit Card?

Sure, you may be able to pay thousands of dollars of college tuition with a credit card. But should you? Read on to weigh your options.
A man buys marijuana at a small dispensary.
Aug. 8, 2023 | By Dana George

Mastercard Bans Cannabis Sales On Its Debit Cards

If your local dispensary once accepted debit cards with the Mastercard logo as payment, that has changed. Here's how.
Couple using credit card at farmers market
Aug. 3, 2023 | By Natasha Etzel

Couples Can Do This to Earn More Credit Card Points and Miles

Couples can be strategic when using rewards credit cards to earn double the rewards. Find out how you and your partner can earn points and miles faster.
Mature woman working from laptop with documents in hand.
July 31, 2023 | By Ashley Maready

Will Your Credit Score Improve as You Get Older?

Older Americans have higher credit scores on average. Read on to learn why this is, and how you can improve yours at any age.
Young African American woman uses her tablet and credit card to shop online from home.
July 29, 2023 | By Ashley Maready

5 Things I Wish I'd Learned About Credit Cards When I Was Younger

Credit cards can be a nifty financial tool, but they require a little education. Read on for what you should learn about credit cards sooner rather than later.
A woman sitting at her kitchen table and typing on a laptop next to paperwork.
July 27, 2023 | By Robin Hartill, CFP

Credit History: Find Out Yours

You're entitled to a free credit report every 12 months from each of the three credit bureaus. Find out how to get your reports and what to look out for.
A woman sitting at her kitchen table and typing on a laptop next to paperwork.
July 23, 2023 | By Lyle Daly

The Secrets of Your Credit Score Explained

Your credit score affects loan rates, the credit cards you can open, and much more. Get a better understanding of your credit score with this handy guide.
A person sitting at an outdoor cafe table holding a credit card and phone with open in front of them.
July 22, 2023 | By Steven Porrello

Do Credit Card Interest Rates Really Matter?

Yes, credit card interest rates matter. Read on to learn how your card's APR will affect your personal finances.
A man and woman sitting on their couch looking through bills and signing papers.
July 22, 2023 | By Chris Neiger

Here's How to Decipher Your Credit Report

Credit reports contain information about years of your credit history. Take a look at what else you'll find in a credit report.
Stressed Out Guy Looking At Paper
July 21, 2023 | By Dana George

5 Ways to Ruin Your Credit

Everyone makes financial mistakes. If you're afraid your mistakes have ruined your credit, take a look at steps you can take to set things right.