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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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Dec. 18, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

Here's What Happens When You Withdraw Cash With a Credit Card

Withdrawing cash using a credit card (aka cash advance) can trigger instant fees, high interest, and credit risks. Here are smarter alternatives to consider.
A woman with a concerned look on her face sits looking at a bunch of shopping bags.
Dec. 18, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

You Might Not Realize What Happens When You Spend More Than $10,000 on Your Credit Card

Charging $10,000+ to a credit card can trigger fraud checks, raise utilization, and rack up interest. Here's what happens, and how to avoid the downsides.
Person uses credit card to pay at gas pump.
Dec. 18, 2025 | By Ryan Wilcox

This Bank of America Card Offers 6% Cash Back and a $200 Bonus

Want to earn 6% cash back in the spending category of your choice for a year? Here's how you can with this valuable Bank of America card.
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Dec. 18, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

Amex Platinum Offers a Massive Welcome Bonus. Find Out Your Offer Now

This VIP travel card is offering one of its biggest bonus incentives in years. Here's how to check your personalized offer and see if it's worth it.
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Dec. 18, 2025 | By Ryan Wilcox

Pay 0% Interest, Rack Up Travel Rewards, and More: The Best Wells Fargo Cards Available This Week, Dec. 18, 2025

Wells Fargo offers some of the best credit cards of all kinds, from great travel earners to top balance transfer options. Here are our favorites available now.
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Dec. 18, 2025 | By Ryan Wilcox

Land a $250 Amazon Gift Card: The Best Chase Cards Available This Week, Dec. 18, 2025

Whether you're looking for valuable cash back or great travel perks, Chase has you covered. Here are all our favorite cards from the issuer this week.
A person in a holiday sweater holding a credit card while typing on a laptop.
Dec. 18, 2025 | By James McClenathen

Get 0% Intro APR and 5% Cash Back on Amazon Now With This Card

The Discover it® Cash Back card could help you avoid interest charges and earn big rewards for Amazon shopping -- and more. Here's how.
Family pays for restaurant meal with a credit card.
Dec. 17, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

Here's What Happens When You Only Use Credit Cards

Credit cards offer rewards and protection, but using them exclusively has downsides. Here's what to know before going all-in on credit.
Person holds a credit card while using a laptop.
Dec. 17, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

We Compared 100+ Credit Cards -- These 3 Offer the Best 0% Intro APR in 2026

These top 0% intro APR and balance transfer cards can help you save hundreds in interest in 2026 and pay off your debt faster.
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Dec. 17, 2025 | By Ryan Wilcox

Grocery, Travel Cards, and More: The Best Amex Cards Available This Week, Dec. 17, 2025

Looking for a card with a sky-high welcome bonus and valuable perks? American Express is worth a look. Here's what to know.
Young adult woman at laptop holding credit card.
Dec. 17, 2025 | By Ryan Wilcox

Earn Tons of Cash Back and Travel Rewards: The Best Bank of America Cards Available This Week, Dec. 17, 2025

Looking for a new cash back or travel card? Bank of America has you covered. Here are all our favorite cards from the issuer available now.
A travel credit card sits atop a stack of four hundred dollar bills.
Dec. 17, 2025 | By Ryan Wilcox

Earn Hundreds a Year in Flexible Rewards: The Best Cash Back Cards Available This Week, Dec. 17, 2025

When you want simple credit card rewards that are easy to redeem, you probably want a cash back card. Here are our favorite options available now.
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Dec. 16, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

Stuck at the Airport? Get Lounge Access With This Card

Get access to Capital One Lounges and over 1,300+ worldwide airport lounges via Priority Pass with this award-winning travel credit card.
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Dec. 16, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

This Travel Card Just Beat Amex Platinum at Its Own Game

The Capital One Venture X just won our award for Best Travel Credit Card of 2026, and it's easy to see why it beat the Amex Platinum.
A couple sitting at a table and looking through paperwork together.
Dec. 16, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

The 4 Biggest Mistakes You Can Make When Paying Off Credit Card Debt

Don't let these four mistakes wreck your debt payoff plans in 2026. Learn how to outsmart them and ditch your balance faster.
Person appears contemplative or unsure while holding credit card and looking at laptop.
Dec. 16, 2025 | By Ryan Wilcox

Need a Break From Interest Payments? Here's Our Top 0% Intro APR Credit Card

With the Wells Fargo Reflect card, you'll get one of the longest intro APR periods you can find. Here's how easy it is to start saving today.
Couple smile while holding credit card and looking at cellphone.
Dec. 16, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

Earn $300 Cash Back + a $250 Gift Card -- Chase Has Two Standout Offers Live Right Now

Chase is running two generous limited-time offers right now with no-annual-fee cards. Here's how each deal works and how to pick the right card for you.
Woman checking in to hotel.
Dec. 16, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Here's What Happens When You Use a Debit Card at a Hotel

Hotels treat debit cards very differently from credit cards, and the behind-the-scenes process can lock up your cash for days.
A man pushing a luggage cart through an airport with a cheering woman on top.
Dec. 15, 2025 | By James McClenathen

Don't Want to Pay the Citi Strata Elite's $595 Annual Fee? Here Are 3 Great Alternatives

The Citi Strata Elite's annual fee isn't worth it for everyone. Here are three top-notch travel cards with annual fees that are easy to justify.
A woman looking at her laptop with papers on her desk.
Dec. 15, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Here's What Happens When You Carry a Small Credit Card Balance by Accident

A small unpaid balance can trigger interest charges, score shifts, and reporting issues even if you pay your bill on time.
A person sitting in a private jet uses a smartphone and headphones while smiling.
Dec. 15, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

Save Big on Business Expenses: The Best Business Credit Cards This Week, Dec. 15, 2025

Business credit cards are one of the best ways to save on business expenses of all kinds. Here are some of our favorite options available now.
A family gathering around a full Thanksgiving table.
Dec. 15, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Get 5% Back at Whole Foods: The Best Grocery Credit Cards Available This Week, Dec. 15, 2025

Looking for an easy way to save at the supermarket? Learn how you can with one of our favorite grocery credit cards today.
Person making skeptical face while holding gift-wrapped boxes in each hand.
Dec. 15, 2025 | By James McClenathen

Best Balance Transfer Cards This Week, Dec. 15, 2025: Pay Off Holiday Debt Interest-Free for up to 2 Years

This week's best balance transfer cards offer long 0% intro APR periods and no annual fees -- compare top options and start paying down debt interest-free.
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Dec. 14, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Here's What Happens When You Close Your Oldest Credit Card

Closing your oldest credit card can trigger a drop in your credit score for reasons most people never see coming.
A smiling airplane passenger listening to music and looking out the window.
Dec. 14, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Everyone Wants the Award-Winning 2026 Travel Card That's Half the Cost of Amex Platinum

The Capital One Venture X earned our Best Travel Credit Card of 2026 award for its elite perks, top-tier rewards, and standout value compared to pricier rivals.