Popular Credit Card Articles from Motley Fool Money

Dec. 10, 2018 | By Matt Frankel, CFP®

The Fastest Way to Raise Your Credit Score

If you have credit card debt, this move could boost your score by more than you think.

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Dec. 7, 2018 | By Eric Volkman

4 Credit Card Facts You Won’t Believe

These four credit card tidbits and trivia might knock you for a bit of a loop.

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Dec. 5, 2018 | By Elizabeth Aldrich

Should Credit Card Companies Cut Lucrative Sign-Up Bonuses?

Sign-up bonuses are causing huge losses for credit card companies, but they expect to see even bigger gains in the future. If they don’t, the lucrative sign-up bonus may become a thing of the past.

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Dec. 4, 2018 | By Motley Fool Money Staff

6 Financial Mistakes That Are Ruining Your Credit

Mistakes that are ruining your credit are more common than you might think.

Dec. 4, 2018 | By Elizabeth Aldrich

4 Times It Makes Sense to Use a Prepaid Credit Card

Prepaid cards don’t come with the perks and benefits you get from debit and credit cards, but they can be useful.

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Dec. 4, 2018 | By Dan Caplinger

2 Types of People Who Should Always Carry Credit Cards

Credit cards are tools, and those who can master them shouldn't shy away from them.

Dec. 2, 2018 | By Eric Volkman

How to Increase Your Discover Credit Limit

Yes, you too could increase your Discover card’s buying power. Here’s how.

Dec. 2, 2018 | By Eric Volkman

How to Increase Your Citi Credit Limit

There’s a Citibank credit card for nearly every type of customer. And for prudent Citi cardholders, it’s not hard to score a credit limit increase.

Dec. 2, 2018 | By Eric Volkman

How to Increase Your American Express Credit Limit

Certain American Express cards have enormous buying power. We’ll show you how to crank that power even higher.

Dec. 2, 2018 | By Elizabeth Aldrich

12 Ways to Accumulate Credit Card Rewards and Points Faster

Whether you’re a rewards junkie or a credit card newbie, these easy tricks will have you sitting on a pile of points in no time

Dec. 2, 2018 | By Eric Volkman

Here’s Why Credit Card Benefits Are Being Rolled Back

Credit card benefit sets aren't what they used to be. Here's the lowdown on several credit card perks that seem to be going extinct.

Dec. 2, 2018 | By Lyle Daly

How to Protect Your Credit When Buying a New Car

Don’t let car shopping put a dent in your credit score. Learn how you can protect your credit while you get your new car.

Nov. 30, 2018 | By Dan Caplinger

Is Credit Card Interest Tax Deductible?

There are a few cases in which people can deduct credit card interest. Do you fall into one of the categories?

Nov. 28, 2018 | By Elizabeth Aldrich

This 1 Trend Proves Millennials Are Using Credit Cards the Right Way

Forget everything you thought you knew about millennials and credit cards.

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Nov. 24, 2018 | By Elizabeth Aldrich

How to Get a Business Credit Card Without a Business

Very few people know how many perks business credit cards come with. Find out how to get a business credit card even if you don't own a business.

Nov. 23, 2018 | By Eric Volkman

4 Things to Ask Yourself Before Getting a New Credit Card

Applying for a credit card without doing your homework can be a big mistake. Here are 4 questions to ask yourself before applying for a new credit card.

Nov. 22, 2018 | By Eric Volkman

How to Plan Your Next Vacation With Credit Card Points

Want to get away on the cheap? Find out how to plan your next vacation entirely with credit card points.

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Nov. 22, 2018 | By Eric Volkman

This 1 Credit Card Tip Changed My Life

The right credit card for you really comes down to how much travel you do. Follow this 1 tip to develop your own credit card strategy.

Nov. 22, 2018 | By Lyle Daly

5 Sneaky Ways Your Credit Score Affects Your Life

Your credit score impacts a lot more of your life than you realize. Here are 5 sneaky ways your credit score can impact your life beyond simply applying for credit cards.

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Nov. 21, 2018 | By Eric Volkman

Here's How Many Points You Need to Get a Free Southwest Flight

Want to travel for free on Southwest Airlines? Find out which credit cards you should be using to rack up points, and how many points you'll need for a free flight.