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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 8, 2021 | By Lyle Daly

3 Outside-the-Box Ways to Spend Enough for a Credit Card Bonus

Some credit card bonuses have big spending requirements. Here are ways you may not have considered that can help you spend enough.
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March 8, 2021 | By Brittney Myers

Why You Should Take Credit Card Pre-Approval With a Grain of Salt

Credit card pre-approval can be a useful tool, but it's not the whole story. Read on to see how pre-approval really works.
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March 3, 2021 | By Lyle Daly

United Airlines Credit Cards Are Now Offering Bigger Sign-Up Bonuses

See how many miles you can get with the new introductory bonuses available on United credit cards.
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March 3, 2021 | By Natasha Etzel

Love Luxury Hotels? These Chase Cards Offer Perks at Over 1,000 of Them

When using a qualifying Chase card, you can get extra perks at over 1,000 luxury hotel properties. Keep reading to learn more about this luxury hotel perk.
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March 3, 2021 | By Natasha Etzel

4 Ways to Redeem 60,000 Chase Ultimate Rewards Points for Travel

Have 60,000 Chase Ultimate Rewards points that you need to redeem? It's smart to use them for travel. Check out these 4 exciting trips you can take!
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March 2, 2021 | By Natasha Etzel

The Pros and Cons of Being an Authorized User on a Credit Card

Do you want to be added as an authorized user on a friend's credit card? Keep reading to learn the pros and cons of being an authorized user on a credit card.
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March 1, 2021 | By Lyle Daly

Why You Need a Credit Card to Build Credit

Trying to build a credit history? Want to improve your credit score? Find out why a credit card is a must-have and how you can get one.
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March 1, 2021 | By Natasha Etzel

This New Affirm Credit Card Lets You Buy Now and Pay Later with No Fees. Should You Sign Up?

If you like to take advantage of buy now, pay later features, the Affirm Card may be right for you. Keep reading to learn more about this new, no-fee card.
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March 1, 2021 | By Brittney Myers

Complaints of Credit Report Errors Reached All-Time Highs During the Pandemic

The number of complaints of credit reporting errors grew exponentially during the pandemic. Take a look at the data -- and what you can do to protect your own reports.
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March 1, 2021 | By Brittney Myers

How My Credit Card Account Closed Without My Knowledge

Credit card issuers can close your account at any time, often without notice. Read on for a deeper look at why card accounts get closed by the issuer.
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Feb. 28, 2021 | By Brittney Myers

5 Perks of Having Great Credit

A great credit history can make your financial life easier. Here are five perks for consumers with excellent credit.
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Feb. 25, 2021 | By Lyle Daly

How I Make Money Paying Taxes With a Credit Card

It is possible to pay taxes with a credit card and earn enough rewards to outweigh the processing fee. Find out some of the ways you can do this.
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Feb. 25, 2021 | By Brittney Myers

The 4 Best Ways to Use Your Amex Membership Rewards Now

American Express Membership Rewards can be redeemed in several ways, but some are more valuable than others. Here are some of the best options right now.
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Feb. 25, 2021 | By Lyle Daly

I've Earned Over 10,000 Points on Everyday Spending With Chase Rewards Cards

Learn about all the ways I've boosted my rewards with Chase credit cards in the past three months. Find out how you could earn more by doing the same.
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Feb. 25, 2021 | By Lyle Daly

Credit Cards Offering Bitcoin Rewards Are on the Way

Two Bitcoin rewards credit cards will launch this year. Learn about the first rewards credit cards that will earn Bitcoin on all your purchases.
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Feb. 25, 2021 | By Lyle Daly

5 Reasons to Keep Your Travel Cards Open in 2021

The pandemic has consumers reconsidering their travel credit cards. Explore why it's still a good idea to hang on to your travel cards this year.
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Feb. 25, 2021 | By Lyle Daly

4 Good Reasons to Collect Chase Points During the Pandemic

It's the perfect time to earn as many Chase Ultimate Rewards points as possible -- Chase points are worth collecting even if you can't travel.
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Feb. 25, 2021 | By Lyle Daly

5 Reasons to Check Out Business Credit Cards Even If You Don't Own a Business

Find out about the advantages and perks of business credit cards and learn why they should be on your radar -- whether you have a business or not.
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Feb. 25, 2021 | By Lyle Daly

5 Perks of Having 5 or More Credit Cards

There are a number of benefits to having several credit cards, from sign-up bonuses to flexible perks. Should you add more cards to your wallet?
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Feb. 25, 2021 | By Natasha Etzel

How Chase Cardholders Can Split Up Large Payments and Avoid Interest Charges

Sick of paying interest charges on large credit card purchases? Chase cardholders can split up large payments and avoid those charges.
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Feb. 24, 2021 | By Natasha Etzel

The No-Fee Way to Pay Friends and Family With Your Amex Card

American Express makes it easier to split expenses and pay back your friends and family with zero fees. Keep reading to learn more about the Send & Split tool.
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Feb. 23, 2021 | By Lyle Daly

Finished Paying Off Credit Card Debt? 5 Tips to Avoid It in the Future

Eliminating credit card debt is a big accomplishment. The next challenge is to stay debt free. Follow these tips to keep away from future debt.
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Feb. 23, 2021 | By Lyle Daly

7 Signs You Should Cancel Some of Your Credit Cards

Having multiple credit cards can help maximize rewards, but it is possible to have too many cards. Here are the signs you need to trim down your credit card lineup.
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Feb. 22, 2021 | By Lyle Daly

3 Reasons Cash Back Cards Are Even More Useful During the Pandemic

Considering a cash back card? Check out all the benefits that have made cash back credit cards more valuable during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Feb. 21, 2021 | By Brittney Myers

I Opened 2 New Cards in 2 Weeks. Here's What Happened to My Credit Score

Every credit history is unique, so credit changes affect everyone differently. Here's one experience with the credit impacts from opening new credit cards.