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Credit Card Articles

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Oct. 9, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

5 Everyday Purchases That Should Always Earn You Cash Back

It's 2026 -- time to stop using your debit card at the grocery store. Here are five places you should be earning cash back today.
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Oct. 9, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

The 3 Top No-Annual-Fee Business Credit Cards of October 2026

The best no-annual-fee business credit cards for October 2026 from Chase and Bank of America, picked by Motley Fool Money.
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Oct. 8, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

The 3 Best Credit Cards for Streaming in October 2026

Which credit card can save you the most on streaming? We compared three top options to help you find the one for you today.
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Oct. 8, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Limited-Time Offer: Earn a $250 Bonus With This No-Annual-Fee Chase Card

This Chase card has no annual fee, great earning rates, and a welcome bonus that's too good to pass up. Here's what to know now.
A woman sitting in her home office snuggling with a dog on her lap.
Oct. 7, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

The 4 Best Business Cards for LLCs in October 2026

How to match a business rewards card to the way a company actually spends, from simple cash back to premium travel perks.
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Oct. 7, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Our 3 Favorite Balance Transfer Cards With the Lowest Transfer Fees: October 2026

Some balance transfer cards charge less to move your debt while giving you months of interest-free time. Compare three low-fee picks for paying it down.
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Oct. 7, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Pay for Your Next Trip With a Bonus Worth $1,750+: Best Travel Cards This Month, October 2026

The Amex Platinum has one of the biggest welcome bonus offers you'll find on any card. Here's what to know, plus a few other great travel cards available now.
Person uses credit card to pay at outdoor restaurant.
Oct. 6, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Earn 3% on Dining and a 1.5% Base Rate: The Best No-Annual-Fee Cards This Month, October 2026

Our top no-annual-fee card this month earns extra for travel, dining, and drugstores, plus a solid base rate. Here are my favorite picks available now.
Person with coffee and credit card online shopping on laptop.
Oct. 6, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Earn 2% Back on Purchases: Best Cash Back Cards This Month, October 2026

This no-annual-fee card earns 2% cash rewards on purchases with no strings attached. Here's what to know, plus four other favorites available now.
Woman sits on couch with laptop and credit card, smiling.
Oct. 5, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Low Intro APR for 15 Months and an Easy $200 Bonus With the Bank of America® Customized Cash Rewards Credit Card

If your spending shifts month to month, here's how to turn everyday purchases into cash back without paying an annual fee.
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Oct. 5, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Unlock a Bonus Worth $1,750 or More: The Best Amex Cards This Month, October 2026

Want to earn one of the biggest welcome bonus offers out there? There's only one Amex card worth looking at. Here's what to know, plus a few other favorites.
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Oct. 5, 2026 | By James McClenathen

Best Balance Transfer Cards This Week, Oct. 5, 2026: Nearly 2 Years to Finally Catch Up

The top balance transfer cards this week offer up to 21 months interest-free, no annual fees, and the room you need to finally catch up on debt.
Woman lying down sliding credit card into wallet with other cards spread out on her hair.
Oct. 4, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

The Best 5 Credit Cards to Have: My Picks for October 2026

My favorite credit cards across travel, gas, cash back, and balance transfers to match the right rewards to how you actually spend.
A woman working on a laptop with notepads and other desk items around her.
Oct. 4, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Get 1.5% Back on All Your Business Needs: The Best Business Credit Cards This Week, Oct. 4, 2026

If your business racks up expenses on all types of categories, I've got a credit card for you. Here's what to know, plus a few other favorites available now.
A stressed young woman sitting at her desk in front of a laptop with her face in her hands.
Oct. 4, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Longest 0% Intro APR Credit Cards This Week, Oct. 4, 2026: Up to 21 Months Without Interest Eating Your Progress

Get up to 21 months interest-free with this week's longest 0% intro APR cards. Stop letting interest eat your payments -- finally make real progress.
Young woman causing cash to fly into the air from her hands.
Oct. 3, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Earn $500+ in Bonus Cash: The Best Business Card Bonuses of October 2026

Want to earn an easy welcome bonus on one of my favorite business credit cards? Here's the card worth applying for now, plus some other favorites.
Couple smile while holding credit card and looking at cellphone.
Oct. 3, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

0% Intro APR, Rewards, and No Annual Fee: 3 of the Best All-Around Cards of October 2026

A no-annual-fee card lets you earn without a yearly cost. See how three top options compare on cash back, travel value, and intro APR.
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Oct. 3, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Earn a Free Night and 130,000 Hilton Points: Best Credit Card Bonuses This Week, Oct. 3, 2026

If you're a big fan of Hilton hotels, there's only one card -- and welcome bonus -- worth looking at now. Here's what to know.
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Oct. 2, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Ranked: My 3 Favorite Cash Back Cards of October 2026

Want to earn rewards the easy way? Here are my top three cash back credit cards for October 2026, ranked.
Person smiles while holding credit card and looking at cellphone.
Oct. 2, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

$200 Cash Bonus and up to 6% Cash Back for a Year: This Bank of America Card Is One of Our Top Picks for 2026

No annual fee, up to 6% cash back your first year, and a solid welcome bonus -- here's why I love this Bank of America card.
Professional man pays for business meal with credit card at a restaurant.
Oct. 1, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Get 1.5% Back on All Purchases: The Best Business Credit Cards This Month, October 2026

Want to unlock 1.5% back on all purchases on your business credit card? Here's the pick worth looking at, plus a few other favorites available now.
A young couple sadly looking through bills.
Sept. 30, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

The Average American Owes This Much in Credit Card Debt

The average American owes thousands in credit card debt -- are you one of them? See how you compare and how another credit card can help pay it off.
A person looks concerned at their financial documents and laptop.
Sept. 29, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Here's What Happens When You Only Pay the Minimum on a $10,000 Credit Card Balance

Making only minimum payments can stretch a credit card balance past two decades and cost thousands in interest. See the real math and faster ways out.
Woman checking in to hotel.
Sept. 29, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Apply Now to Get 130,000 Points and a Free Night With This Hotel Rewards Card

Want to earn a free Hilton free night and a big pile of bonus points? Here's the card worth looking at, plus another great option available now.
Man using laptop to view his excellent credit score of 811.
Sept. 28, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Here's Why You'll Probably Never Hit a 'Perfect' 850 Credit Score

Reaching the very top of the credit scale takes decades of near-flawless habits, and most people get the same perks without ever getting there.