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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. 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.
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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.
man looking at computer frustrated and confused
Nov. 20, 2018 | By Motley Fool Money Staff

5 Ways Other People Can Ruin Your Credit Score, and How to Protect Yourself

Safeguard yourself against these blows to your credit.
Nov. 20, 2018 | By Motley Fool Money Staff

Is a Joint Credit Card Right for You?

A joint credit card account may seem preferable to adding an authorized user to your account, but it comes at the high cost of fewer credit card rewards and perks.
My 728 Experian FICO score from June 2016.
Nov. 20, 2018 | By Motley Fool Money Staff

How I Got My Credit Score to an All-Time High

This Fool's credit score increased 47 points. Anyone can do it.
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Nov. 20, 2018 | By Motley Fool Money Staff

Good Debt vs. Bad Debt

Is there really such a thing as good debt? Absolutely -- if taken in moderation.
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Nov. 20, 2018 | By Motley Fool Money Staff

An Invaluable Credit Lesson From Someone With a Perfect Credit Score

Never underestimate your bargaining power as a borrower.
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Nov. 20, 2018 | By Motley Fool Money Staff

Do You Really Get Rental Car Insurance Through Your Credit Card?

Yes, your credit card may include free rental car insurance, but there is some fine print you should know about.
Man talking to woman at car dealership.
Nov. 20, 2018 | By Motley Fool Money Staff

How to Get Out of Your Car Lease Without Hurting Your Credit

It won't be easy, and you'll probably have to pay.
young couple shopping with both hands on a credit card
Nov. 20, 2018 | By Motley Fool Money Staff

I'm Married. Do I Need My Own Credit Card?

Rely solely on your spouse's credit card accounts at your own peril. It's smarter and safer to have at least a card or two in your own name.
Woman holding credit cards while using a calculator
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.
A pile of past-due bills
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.
A paper copy of a credit report, under a calculator and a pair of glasses.
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.
Hand holding a $1 bill and hand holding a credit card with wooden background
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.
young couple looking at paper with worried faces
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.
car rental company employee handing over car key to client
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.
A computer with a graph indicating a good credit score.
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.
A credit report with an excellent credit score.
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.
Woman shaking hands with employer during job interview.
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.
Small, two-story home
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.