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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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Nov. 20, 2018 | By Motley Fool Money Staff

Will My Credit Score Go Up If I Pay Off My Balance?

All other things being equal, it most definitely will.
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Nov. 20, 2018 | By Motley Fool Money Staff

Is Debt Settlement a Good Idea?

It may solve some of your problems, but it could also create some new ones.
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Nov. 20, 2018 | By Motley Fool Money Staff

5 Credit Score Facts You Need to Know

These could help you improve your credit score and rebuild credit.
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Nov. 20, 2018 | By Motley Fool Money Staff

What Is Considered a Good Credit Score?

Here's what it means to have good credit, what it can do for you, and how to take your score to the next level.
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Nov. 20, 2018 | By Motley Fool Money Staff

5 of the Best Things to Buy With a Credit Card

These purchases should always go on a credit card.
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Nov. 20, 2018 | By Motley Fool Money Staff

11 Ways to Accumulate Credit Card Rewards and Points Faster

You don't have to double-down on your spending to double your rewards.
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Nov. 20, 2018 | By Motley Fool Money Staff

Interest Rates Are on the Rise. Here's How to Prepare

Is this a sign of an improving economy, or a warning to get that debt paid off? A little bit of both.
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Nov. 20, 2018 | By Motley Fool Money Staff

Do I Need Rental Car Insurance?

There's a good chance you already have rental car coverage from existing policies or credit cards -- but in some situations, buying the insurance makes sense.
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Nov. 20, 2018 | By Motley Fool Money Staff

What's the Difference Between FICO Score and VantageScore?

The two most popular credit scoring models can produce very different credit scores.
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Nov. 20, 2018 | By Motley Fool Money Staff

10 Credit Tips From Someone With a Perfect Credit Score

Follow these suggestions if you want an 850 FICO score.
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Nov. 20, 2018 | By Motley Fool Money Staff

More Employers Are Checking Credit Reports. Should You Be Worried?

Your resume isn't the only document that matters to prospective employers anymore.
Woman handing teenage girl a credit card
Nov. 20, 2018 | By Motley Fool Money Staff

Should I Add My Child as an Authorized User on My Credit Card?

You'll be doing your child a favor if you do, but let's hope that decision doesn't come back to bite you.
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Nov. 20, 2018 | By Motley Fool Money Staff

Do My Rent Payments Affect My Credit Score?

More and more landlords are sharing your payment history with the credit bureaus. Is yours?
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Nov. 16, 2018 | By Motley Fool Money Staff

My Credit Score Is 800. Now What?

An 800 credit score puts you in elite company. Here's how to use your high credit score to your advantage.
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Nov. 15, 2018 | By Motley Fool Money Staff

How Useful Is That Free Credit Score?

There are dozens of credit scoring models out there, and some are more useful than others.
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Nov. 15, 2018 | By Motley Fool Money Staff

How to Get a Late Payment Removed From Your Credit Report

It isn't always possible, but these few tips can improve your odds of success.
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Nov. 15, 2018 | By Motley Fool Money Staff

Which Debt Should I Pay Off First?

Some strategies save you more than others, but the best one is the one you'll stick with.
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Nov. 15, 2018 | By Eric Volkman

5 Things That Do NOT Affect Your Credit Score

There are plenty of factors that you should monitor to maintain a high credit score. But, there are also factors that don't matter. Find out what 5 factors don't impact your credit score now.
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Nov. 15, 2018 | By Eric Volkman

3 Simple Ways to Raise Your Credit Score

Your credit score is important for all kinds of things from applying for new credit cards to car insurance. Here are 3 simple ways to raise your credit score.
Nov. 13, 2018 | By Eric Volkman

No Sale! 5 Things You (Usually) Can't Buy With a Credit Card

Want to gamble or pay a mortgage with your plastic? Well, you're probably clean out of luck.
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Nov. 1, 2018 | By Eric Volkman

4 Surprising Ways Millionaires Use Credit Cards

The ultra-wealthy use their credit cards in very intriguing ways. Do you share any of their habits?
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Nov. 1, 2018 | By Lyle Daly

5 Types of People Who Should Never Carry Credit Cards

Used incorrectly, a credit card can wreck your finances. Find out if you’re one of the types of people who should stay away from credit cards.
Woman Slapping Forehead With Regret
Nov. 1, 2018 | By Lyle Daly

Don’t Make These 7 Crucial Travel Credit Card Mistakes

Whether you’re just getting started with travel cards or you’ve been earning points for years, learn what the biggest travel rewards mistakes are and how to avoid them.
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Nov. 1, 2018 | By Lyle Daly

4 Situations When You Should Consolidate Your Credit Card Debt

High credit card balances can be difficult to pay off. Find out when it would be a smart decision to consolidate your credit card debt with a balance transfer.
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Nov. 1, 2018 | By Eric Volkman

How to Add an Authorized User to a Discover Credit Card

There are times when you might want to include an additional person or people on your Discover credit card account. Here's how, and why, to add an authorized user.