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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April 3, 2019 | By
Lyle Daly
Are Your Credit Card Rewards Taxable?
Find out if you could be in for an unwelcome surprise at tax time because of your credit card rewards.
April 2, 2019 | By
Lyle Daly
Why Credit Card Companies Want You to Get a Premium Credit Card (and Why Retailers Don't)
Learn how credit card companies benefit big-time at the expense of retailers when you use a premium credit card.
April 1, 2019 | By
Motley Fool Money Staff
Achieving a Perfect Credit Score Is a Lot Easier Than You May Realize
Just 1% of Americans have a perfect credit score of 850, but achieving a perfect credit score isn't that difficult if you follow these strategies.
April 1, 2019 | By
Lyle Daly
Can You Get Out of Your Credit Card's Annual Fee?
Find out whether you can get your credit card's annual fee waived and what steps you'll need to take to make it happen.
April 1, 2019 | By
Lyle Daly
Don't Be Fooled by This Fancy Travel Card Perk
Learn why you shouldn't get a credit card just because it has airport lounge access, which has become the most overrated travel card perk.
March 29, 2019 | By
Motley Fool Money Staff
Study: How Americans Define the Middle Class
Who is the middle class? We surveyed Americans to get to the bottom (or middle) of the story, and here's how they financially defined the middle class.
March 27, 2019 | By
Lyle Daly
5 Things I Learned About Credit Cards Too Late
Plenty of consumers make mistakes when it comes to credit cards. Find out the things I wish I had known about credit cards sooner.
March 25, 2019 | By
Elizabeth Aldrich
Are You Ignoring the Most Costly Credit Card Fees?
Are you aware of all the fees your credit card could be charging? Find out how to identify -- and avoid -- them.
March 25, 2019 | By
Elizabeth Aldrich
4 Predictions for the Credit Card Industry in 2019
The credit card industry is evolving to meet today’s consumer needs and expectations. Here’s what 2019 has in store for us.
March 25, 2019 | By
Elizabeth Aldrich
7 Signs It’s Time to Ditch a Credit Card
If you find yourself putting a check mark next to these scenarios, it’s time to get rid of your current credit card.
March 25, 2019 | By
Elizabeth Aldrich
5 Reasons You Should Pay With Credit Cards
From rewards programs to often overlooked protections, your credit card may be the smartest and safest way to make your next purchase.
March 21, 2019 | By
Motley Fool Money Staff
Study: The Most Wasteful Spending Habits Among Americans
We surveyed people in the U.S. to better understand how and why Americans waste money. Here are the top wasteful spending habits among Americans today.
March 21, 2019 | By
Elizabeth Aldrich
5 Things You Need to Know About Late Credit Card Payment Fees in 2019
Here’s what you need to know to make 2019 the year of no late credit card payment fees.
March 19, 2019 | By
Elizabeth Aldrich
How Business Credit Cards Work
Still relying on a personal credit card to cover your business expenses? That might be a mistake.
March 14, 2019 | By
Elizabeth Aldrich
3 Times Getting a Secured Credit Card Makes Sense
If you have bad credit or no credit at all, a secured credit card might be the right tool for you. Find out here.
March 13, 2019 | By
Elizabeth Aldrich
How to Monitor Your Credit Without Hurting Your Credit Score
Keeping an eye on your credit score can help you better understand what financial actions directly affect your credit, but will it decrease your credit score?
March 12, 2019 | By
Dan Caplinger
Are Business Credit Card Rewards Taxable?
Find out if the miles and cash back you get from using your card to pay for business expenses have unintended tax consequences.
March 11, 2019 | By
Dan Caplinger
What Is the UltraFICO™ Score and What Does It Mean for You?
The next generation of credit scoring is here. Find out how this new credit score works and what you need to know about it to keep your credit in good shape.
March 11, 2019 | By
Lyle Daly
9 Airport Hacks to Save Money and Improve Your Travels
Going to the airport doesn’t need to be something that you dread. Learn how you can have a better time there and save some cash in the process.
March 11, 2019 | By
Elizabeth Aldrich
4 Credit Card Trends We Expect to See in 2019
Consumers are demanding more when it comes to their finances, and credit card companies are rising to the challenge. Here’s what to expect in 2019.
March 8, 2019 | By
Elizabeth Aldrich
7 Money Tips for International Travel
Traveling abroad? Make sure you follow these important money tips to avoid financial hiccups and massive fees.
March 6, 2019 | By
Matt Frankel, CFP®
3 Surprising Credit Hacks That Can Boost Your FICO® Score
Most Americans know the basic ways to build strong credit, but there are some outside-the-box ways you could try to give your score an extra boost.
March 5, 2019 | By
Matt Frankel, CFP®
Are Credit Card Chips Safe?
Credit card chips have cut down on certain kinds of credit card fraud, but they haven’t completely solved the problem. Find out what you can do to prevent yourself from becoming a victim.
March 1, 2019 | By
Matt Frankel, CFP®
Why Don't All Retailers Accept All Major Credit Cards?
There are two main reasons why you may not be able to use your favorite credit card at a certain retailer.
Feb. 25, 2019 | By
Motley Fool Money Staff
Study: Have You Been Financially Unfaithful With Your Partner?
We surveyed those in serious relationships and uncovered how many people commit financial infidelity and what they do to cross this line.
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