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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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A young couple shopping for a new refrigerator at an appliance store.
Nov. 1, 2025 | By Ryan Wilcox

Save on Your Next Big Purchase: Get 0% APR for 21 Months With This Card

The Wells Fargo Reflect offers one of the longest intro APR periods you can find. Learn why it's our favorite way to finance big purchases today.
Woman sitting at table making calculations
Nov. 1, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

How Much Will a $10,000 Credit Card Balance Transfer Cost?

Most balance transfers cost 3%-5%, so that's between $300 and $500 on a $10,000 transfer. Here's why that fee is small compared to potential interest savings.
Young woman holding a fan of hundred-dollar bills in front of her face.
Nov. 1, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

Best Credit Card Sign-Up Bonuses This Week, Nov. 1, 2025: Unlock Massive Perks Before They're Gone

Big perks are on the table with this week's top credit card sign-up bonuses -- cash back, travel rewards, and more. Act fast before these deals are gone.
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Oct. 31, 2025 | By Brooklyn Sprunger

Here's When It Might Make Sense to Pair a Balance Transfer With a Rewards Card

Learn when pairing a balance transfer with a rewards card makes sense to save on interest and earn cash back on everyday spending.
Happy couple embracing on the couch holding paperwork.
Oct. 31, 2025 | By Ryan Wilcox

Need Help With Credit Card Debt? Get 21 Months of Breathing Room With This 0% Intro APR Card

The Wells Fargo Reflect comes with an intro APR offer that lasts almost two years. Learn why it's our favorite balance transfer card on the market.
Grocery store employee ringing up customers
Oct. 31, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

If You Spend $500 a Month on Groceries, This Card Earns You the Most Cash Back

Get easy cash back on groceries, a welcome bonus, and waived annual fee for the first year with this Amex cash back card.
Woman sitting at table making calculations
Oct. 31, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

Are Balance Transfer Fees Worth It? Here's the Math

Most of the time, balance transfer fees are worth it. Here's how the math works, and the rare times when they don't make sense.
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Oct. 29, 2025 | By James McClenathen

Here's How Much the Fed Rate Cut Will Actually Save You on Credit Card Debt

Interest rates were cut by a small amount, and your credit card's APR may go down even less. Here's how to save real money on credit card interest.
A person holding a fan of credit cards.
Oct. 29, 2025 | By James McClenathen

Does Having Multiple Credit Cards Hurt Your Credit Score?

Multiple cards don't hurt your credit by themselves. Learn what actually moves your FICO® Score, how many cards is too many, and simple steps to boost your score.
Well-dressed woman carrying multiple shopping bags.
Oct. 29, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

Want a $50K+ Credit Limit? Check Out These 3 Cards

Want a credit card with a $50K+ limit? These top cards offer high spending power, strong rewards, and room to grow with your credit.
A young man doing work on a laptop while sitting on his couch next to his dog.
Oct. 28, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

Here's Why I Pay My Credit Card Bill Every Week

Paying your credit card bill every week might sound obsessive, but it can boost your credit score and help you avoid ever paying interest.
Content woman in glasses laying back in office chair with hands behind her head.
Oct. 28, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

3 Easy Credit Habits That Could Add 50+ Points to Your Score

Learn how fixing credit report errors, always paying on time, and lowering your utilization can seriously improve your credit score.
Two well-dressed people boarding a private plane on the tarmac.
Oct. 28, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Inside the High-End Credit Card That Delivers True Concierge-Level Service

This card offers more than rewards. It delivers genuine concierge-level service for those who want the VIP experience.
Woman pushing full cart down grocery store aisle.
Oct. 28, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

The 3 Best Credit Cards for Groceries This Week, Oct. 28, 2025

Top grocery cards in October 2025 that turn every supermarket trip or Amazon Fresh order into real cash back.
Couple enjoys city skyline view from rooftop pool.
Oct. 28, 2025 | By James McClenathen

Best Travel Credit Cards This Week, Oct. 28, 2025: Save Hundreds on Travel Every Year

This week's picks: Wells Fargo Autograph, Chase Sapphire Preferred, Amex Gold, and Amex Platinum. See which one could save you the most money on travel.
A waitress bringing a tray of drinks to a customer in an airport lounge.
Oct. 27, 2025 | By James McClenathen

This 3-Card Setup Turns Everyday Spending Into Free Travel

With these three cards, you'll earn travel rewards with every purchase and unlock lounge access and other high-end perks. See why they work so well together.
A man holding several credit cards.
Oct. 27, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

When It Makes Sense to Open More Than One Balance Transfer Card

Opening more than one balance transfer card can save you hundreds of dollars, if you do it for the right reasons. Here's when it actually makes sense.
A well-dressed man on sitting on a stone bench and reading something on his phone.
Oct. 27, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

Best Business Credit Card Offers Worth Grabbing This Week: Oct. 27, 2025

These business credit card offers bring big welcome bonuses, premium travel benefits, and flexible rewards for small business owners and side hustlers.
Shopper using self checkout
Oct. 27, 2025 | By Ryan Wilcox

Get 2% on Everything: The Best Flat-Rate Cash Back Cards This Week, Oct. 27, 2025

The best flat-rate cash rewards cards can get you 2% back on everything you buy for no annual fee. See which one's right for you today.
Happy couple looking at paperwork and cellphone.
Oct. 27, 2025 | By James McClenathen

The Best Balance Transfer Cards This Week, Oct. 27, 2025: Up to 2 Years to Repay Debt Interest-Free

Top balance transfer cards now offer long 0% intro APR periods and no annual fees -- compare options and start paying down debt without the extra interest.
Happy man holding cash.
Oct. 26, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

I've Earned Over $15,000 in Credit Card Rewards. Here's How

I've earned $15K+ in rewards by opening two to three cards a year, matching spend to perks, and playing two-player mode with my wife. Here's how you can, too.
Woman choosing one credit card from a handful of many cards
Oct. 26, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

Should You Split Your Debt Across Multiple Balance Transfer Cards?

Splitting debt across multiple balance transfer cards rarely helps and often adds risk. Here's why one solid balance transfer card usually wins.
Woman streaming a TV show with popcorn from her couch.
Oct. 26, 2025 | By Ryan Wilcox

$300 a Year on Streaming: The Updated Amex Platinum Is Better Than Ever for Binge-Watching

The Amex Platinum offers $25 a month on "digital entertainment," which means it's now easier than ever to save on your favorite services. Learn how today.
An older couple pays bills at the kitchen table using a laptop.
Oct. 26, 2025 | By Brooklyn Sprunger

Longest 0% Intro APR Credit Cards This Week, Oct. 26, 2025: Kick Off up to 2 Years Interest-Free

Get up to 24 months interest-free with this week's best 0% intro APR cards -- great for big purchases or paying down debt without added costs.
Interest spelled out on a calculator
Oct. 25, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

How to Calculate Your True Balance Transfer Savings -- Fees and All

Easily calculate your true savings from a balance transfer by factoring in fees, interest, and payoff timing. Here's the math.