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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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April 19, 2026 | By James McClenathen

My Friend Has 14 Credit Cards -- and a Perfect 850 Credit Score

A perfect 850 credit score is rare. Here's how my friend pulled it off with 14 cards and some surprisingly simple habits.
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April 19, 2026 | By Jake FitzGerald

A Tech Developer's 5 Rules for Keeping Your Finances Safe Online

A tech developer shares five things everyday people should do to protect their finances.
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April 19, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Credit Card Debt After 60: What Your Options Actually Are

From balance transfer cards to retirement withdrawals, here's a practical breakdown of how to tackle high-interest debt in your 60s.
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April 19, 2026 | By Jake FitzGerald

These 2 Numbers Can Make or Break Your Credit Score

Your credit score mostly comes down to two numbers: utilization ratio and delinquencies. Here's what they mean and how to manage them.
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April 19, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

5 Unique Perks of the Amex Platinum Card

The Amex Platinum's annual fee sounds steep -- until you look at the full list of perks. Here are five unique benefits that can help you save hundreds.
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April 19, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Here's Why You Should Never Book a Vacation Using a Flat-Rate Credit Card

Booking travel on a flat-rate cash back card can cost you hundreds in missed rewards. Here's what to use instead.
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April 19, 2026 | By Brooklyn Sprunger

Longest 0% Intro APR Credit Cards This Week, April 19, 2026: Break the Cycle Before Interest Breaks You

Get up to 24 months with 0% intro APR on this week's longest offers. Stop paying interest and start making real progress on your balance -- plus rewards.
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April 18, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Here's How to Downgrade Your Credit Card Without Losing Your Rewards

Downgrading a credit card lets you keep your rewards and credit history without paying an annual fee. Here's how to do it the right way.
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April 18, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

This Might Be the Most Practical Credit Card in America

A simple 2% cash rewards card with no annual fee and easy redemptions can deliver steady rewards on everyday spending.
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April 18, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

3 Top 0% Intro APR Credit Cards You Can Get Right Now: April 2026

Learn how landing a top 0% intro APR credit card can help you save on debt -- and earn valuable rewards -- today.
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April 18, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Here's When the Amex Platinum's $895 Annual Fee Actually Makes Sense

Learn when the Amex Platinum's $895 annual fee is worth it, and how to tell if its perks match your spending and lifestyle.
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April 18, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

$250 Bonus Offer Ending Soon: The Best Credit Card Sign-Up Bonuses This Week, April 18, 2026

My favorite cash back card is offering an elevated sign-up bonus until April 30 at 9 a.m. EST. Here's what to know -- plus four other great bonuses available now.
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April 17, 2026 | By Jake FitzGerald

This Two-Card Combo Earns More Cash Back Than Any Single Card on the Market

These two Chase cards together cover nearly every spending category at 3% to 5%. No single no-annual-fee card comes close.
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April 17, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

How to Earn $250 Toward Travel With This No-Annual-Fee Credit Card

The Bank of America Travel Rewards card earns unlimited 1.5x points with no annual fee, no foreign transaction fees, and points that never expire.
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April 17, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

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

This Wells Fargo card is one of the best ways we've found to save on a big upcoming purchase. Read on to learn why we love it so much.
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April 17, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

The Amex Platinum's Best Perk Isn't the Lounge Access. It's This

The Amex Platinum offers a $600 hotel credit that's sometimes overlooked. Here's why it beats lounge access as the card's most reliable annual perk.
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April 17, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Get a Top 2% Flat-Rate Earner: The Best No-Annual-Fee Cards This Week, April 17, 2026

Want to earn 2% on purchases wherever you go? Here's the credit card to get, plus our other no-annual-fee favorites available now.
A woman smiling in an airport with her suitcase and passport.
April 16, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

3 Travel Cards That Are $400+ Cheaper Than the Chase Sapphire Reserve

Want premium travel perks without the premium price? Here are three less expensive alternatives to the Chase Sapphire Reserve card.
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April 16, 2026 | By Jake FitzGerald

6 Credit Card Mistakes First-Time Cardholders Almost Always Make

First-time cardholders make the same expensive mistakes. Here's what they are and how to avoid them.
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April 16, 2026 | By James McClenathen

How to Get as High as 275,000 Points in a Year With 2 Amex Cards

The Amex Gold and Platinum cards have massive welcome bonus offers right now -- but there's only one way to get them both. Here's how.
Mature woman holding her phone and a credit card while commuting with a backpack.
April 16, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

The Amex Platinum Is the 'It Card' Everyone's Talking About in 2026

The Amex Platinum has been around for decades, but it's still one of the best travel cards out there. Here's how to know if it's right for you.
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April 16, 2026 | By Jake FitzGerald

Offer Ending Soon: Chase Freedom Unlimited's $250 Bonus Is Almost Gone

Chase Freedom Unlimited's limited-time sign-up bonus ends April 30 at 9 a.m. EST. Here's what the card earns, what it costs, and whether it's worth applying now.
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April 16, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

What 21 Months of 0% APR Is Actually Worth in Real Dollars

The average American carries $6,500+ in credit card debt. Here's exactly how much a 21-month 0% intro APR card can save you in real dollars.
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April 15, 2026 | By Jake FitzGerald

Why I'd Never Put a Large Purchase on a Debit Card -- Even With the Money in the Bank

A debit card puts your real cash at risk with less legal protection than a credit card.
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April 15, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

This No-Annual-Fee Capital One Card Beats the Amex Gold for Groceries and Dining

Learn how a no-annual-fee Capital One card can actually outperform the Amex Gold for groceries and dining -- and how to know which is right for you.