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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. 3, 2019 | By Kailey Hagen

5 Financial Mistakes You Shouldn't Be Making in Your 30s

Your 30s is the time to lay a solid groundwork for your financial future. Here are five mistakes to avoid.
Sept. 2, 2019 | By Lyle Daly

6 Honeymoon Destinations You Can Visit Using Travel Points

Want an amazing honeymoon that doesn’t break the bank? Check out these honeymoon destinations you can visit with travel rewards.
Waitress serving traveller in airport lounge
Aug. 29, 2019 | By Matt Frankel, CFP®

Is Airport Lounge Access Really Worth a $450 (or More) Annual Fee?

Can a massive annual credit card fee really be worth it? Read on to find out.
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Aug. 28, 2019 | By Dana George

What to Do When Mom or Dad Is Retired and Broke

Elderly Americans are at increased risk of financial hardship. Here are some ways you can help a parent in need.
Aug. 28, 2019 | By Lyle Daly

5 Prerequisites to Getting a Rewards Credit Card

Find out if you’re in the right position to get a rewards credit card.
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Aug. 27, 2019 | By Motley Fool Money Staff

The 8 Cardinal Rules of Using a Credit Card

Credit cards can help if you use them right or hurt if you use them wrong. Learn the eight cardinal rules of using credit cards the right way.
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Aug. 27, 2019 | By Lyle Daly

6 Signs It's Not the Right Time to Apply for a Credit Card

Thinking about applying for a new credit card? Make sure you won’t be putting yourself in financial trouble first.
Aug. 24, 2019 | By Kailey Hagen

Think Carefully Before Taking Advantage of This Credit Card ‘Perk’

Special financing deals aren't always what they seem. Here's why.
Woman with handfuls of bonus money
Aug. 24, 2019 | By Lyle Daly

Is That Credit Card Sign-Up Bonus Worth It?

How can you evaluate a credit card sign-up bonus to decide if the card is worth getting? These six tips make it easy.
Aug. 23, 2019 | By Lyle Daly

Do You Need to Know Your Credit Score From Each Credit Bureau?

Find out if it’s important to get hold of your credit score from each credit bureau.
Aug. 21, 2019 | By Lyle Daly

The Most Overrated and Underrated Credit Card Perks

Find out which credit card perks don’t live up to the hype and which of them exceed expectations.
Aug. 20, 2019 | By Lyle Daly

6 Reasons to Jump on a Credit Card Sign-Up Bonus

See if the time is right to pull the trigger on a new credit card and get a sign-up bonus.
Aug. 19, 2019 | By Lyle Daly

7 Credit Card Perks Only the 1% Enjoy

Want to know what the most exclusive credit cards offer? Check out the credit card perks reserved for the ultra-wealthy.
Aug. 18, 2019 | By Lyle Daly

The 6 Biggest Benefits of Solo Travel

Never taken a trip on your own before? Find out why solo travel could be the perfect way to go.
Aug. 17, 2019 | By Lyle Daly

How to Avoid Being Bumped From Your Flight -- or Make the Most of It

Getting bumped from your flight can be a travel nightmare. Learn how you can avoid this situation, or even take advantage of it.
Aug. 16, 2019 | By Lyle Daly

5 Ways a Destination Wedding Could Save You Money

Discover how a destination wedding can end up costing you less than a traditional one.
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Aug. 15, 2019 | By Lyle Daly

9 Things You Can't Forget When Planning a Destination Wedding

Make sure that you don’t end up forgetting something important for your destination wedding.
Aug. 15, 2019 | By Elizabeth Aldrich

4 Times You Should Do a Balance Transfer to Pay Off Debt

Balance transfers are a helpful tool for paying off debt quickly and saving money on interest. Here are four times you should consider doing one.
Aug. 14, 2019 | By Elizabeth Aldrich

5 Times You Should NOT Do a Balance Transfer to Pay Off Debt

Balance transfers can help you pay off debt quickly, but they can also get you into trouble. Here are five signs you shouldn’t do one.
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Aug. 13, 2019 | By Kailey Hagen

5 Mistakes That Will Scare Lenders Away

Lenders hesitate to give out loans to borrowers with an unreliable financial history. Avoid these pitfalls to make sure your loan request gets approved.
A woman looking at her finances with a laptop and phone.
Aug. 11, 2019 | By Motley Fool Money Staff

The 3 Types of Credit and Why You May Want All of Them

Carrying a mix of credit may help increase your credit score if you go about it the right way. Learn which habits can help increase your credit score the most.
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Aug. 11, 2019 | By Matt Frankel, CFP®

5 Reasons to Get Your Credit Score Above 800

Life can be so much easier and cheaper with great credit. Read on to find out how a high credit score can affect your life.
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Aug. 9, 2019 | By Lyle Daly

43% of Consumers With Credit Card Debt Are Making This Huge Mistake

Do you have credit card debt? Find out about one costly mistake that you need to avoid.
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Aug. 8, 2019 | By Lyle Daly

Here's Everything You Need to Know About the Capital One Data Breach

Capital One just announced a major data breach. Find out what happened and how you can protect yourself if your information was exposed.
Aug. 8, 2019 | By Matt Frankel, CFP®

14 Things That Can Hurt Your Credit Score

There are lots of other things besides late payments that can damage your credit score. Find out some of the big ones here.