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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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Jan. 16, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

This Bank of America Business Card Could Earn You $1,200+ in 2026

This $0-annual-fee business card offers unlimited 1.5% cash back, plus a generous welcome offer. Here's how much you could earn in 2026.
Person uses credit card to pay at outdoor restaurant.
Jan. 16, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

3 Places You Should Never Use a Debit Card

Still using a debit card when you eat out? Here's why you shouldn't be -- plus two other places a credit card is a better choice.
Happy couple looking at paperwork and cellphone.
Jan. 16, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Want to Pause Interest Charges? This Is the Best 0% Intro APR Card for 2026

This award-winning card offers 21 months of 0% intro APR, no annual fee, and a perfect 5-star rating in 2026.
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Jan. 16, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Unlock Hundreds in Annual Perks: The Best Luxury Credit Cards This Week, Jan. 16, 2026

Luxury credit cards offer elite perks, strong rewards, and premium benefits. Explore the top options available today and see which one fits your lifestyle.
A smiling couple using a credit card for an online purchase.
Jan. 16, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Great Rewards Without the Hassle: The Best No-Annual-Fee Cards This Week, Jan. 16, 2026

A no-annual-fee credit card can be the perfect way to earn valuable rewards at a low cost. Here are all of our favorites available now.
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Jan. 16, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

3 Credit Cards That Could Save You $750+ on Travel in 2026

Save $750 or more on travel in 2026 with the right credit card. See three travel cards with valuable welcome offers and easy rewards.
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Jan. 16, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

This Credit Card Combo Earned Me Over $1,380 Last Year

Last year my two main credit cards earned me over $1,380 in rewards and cash back. Here's the breakdown and how to build your own winning set-up for 2026.
Paper that reads "Interest Rates" being cut in half by scissors.
Jan. 15, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Here's What Could Happen if Trump's 10% Credit Card Interest Cap Gets Approved

Trump's proposed 10% APR cap could shake up credit cards in 2026, from tighter approvals to smaller rewards. Here's what it could mean for you.
A young woman in a hat paying a waiter with her credit card.
Jan. 15, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

What's the Best Cash Back Credit Card Now? My Pick for January 2026

This Wells Fargo card comes with unlimited 2% cash rewards and an easy-to-earn welcome bonus. Here's why it's my favorite credit card available now.
A couple does their personal finances using a laptop and notebook.
Jan. 15, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

21 Months of 0% APR: Here's the Best Way to Avoid Paying Interest in 2026

The Wells Fargo Reflect comes with an intro APR offer that lasts almost two whole years. Here's why it's our favorite balance transfer card out there.
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Jan. 15, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Earn 2% on Everything You Buy: The Best Wells Fargo Cards This Week, Jan. 15, 2026

My favorite Wells Fargo card can earn you 2% on everything you buy for no annual fee. Find out if it's right for you and learn about other options here.
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Jan. 15, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Save Hundreds on Your Next Big Trip: The Best Chase Cards This Week, Jan. 15, 2026

Want to earn valuable travel rewards or versatile cash back this year? See our list of the top Chase credit cards available now to get started.
Woman celebrating by tossing cash into the air around her.
Jan. 14, 2026 | By Jake FitzGerald

The Best Early 2026 Credit Card Deals Everyone Is Trying to Grab

Three early-2026 credit card deals stand out right now, with oversized welcome bonuses at the high end and a rare no-annual-fee option worth grabbing.
A young couple sadly looking through bills.
Jan. 14, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

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

This award-winning card offers 21 months of 0% intro APR, perfect for pausing interest and helping you crush debt in 2026.
A young woman using an ATM on the street while her friend waits for her.
Jan. 14, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Earn Hundreds in Extra Rewards: The Best Bank of America Cards This Week, Jan. 14, 2026

Want strong credit card rewards without high costs? Bank of America offers solid options. See our favorite Bank of America cards available right now.
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Jan. 14, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Land the Welcome Bonus of a Lifetime: The Best Amex Cards This Week, Jan. 14, 2026

This Amex card is offering one of the biggest welcome bonuses I've ever come across. See if it's right for you, plus our other top picks available now.
young man and woman with shopping bags looking at a credit card and a tablet.
Jan. 14, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Earn Hundreds in Flexible Rewards: The Best Cash Back Cards This Week, Jan. 14, 2026

A top cash back credit card can earn you hundreds of dollars a year in versatile rewards. Learn which one is right for you today.
Salesman and customer shaking hands over paperwork at car dealership
Jan. 13, 2026 | By Jake FitzGerald

Here's What Happens When You Put a Car Rental on the Wrong Card

Putting a car rental on the wrong card can seriously cost you. Here's how it actually plays out.
A couple sit in their living room and pay their credit card balances online.
Jan. 13, 2026 | By Jake FitzGerald

Families Miss This Dead-Simple Way to Get More Out of Their Credit Cards

Families often miss this simple credit card move that can double rewards and perks without spending more.
Well-dressed woman carrying multiple shopping bags.
Jan. 13, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

The 3 Credit Cards Providing Outsized Value Right Now

Earn up to 6% cash back with the best credit cards of 2026. See three top picks that offer major value for everyday spending with no annual fees.
Young person shopping grocery aisle
Jan. 13, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Here's How the Blue Cash Preferred Could Earn You $800+ in a Year

The Amex Blue Cash Preferred was just named our favorite grocery card of the year -- again. Here's how it can earn you hundreds a year at the supermarket.
A woman sitting in front of her couch with her laptop and celebrating with her hand in the air.
Jan. 13, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

The 3 Longest 0% Intro APR Cards of 2026: No Interest for up to 2 Years

Skip interest for up to two years with these 0% intro APR offers, perfect for large purchases in 2026 or paying off high-interest debt.
Woman wearing sunglasses holds a credit card in one hand and makes the OK sign with the other.
Jan. 12, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Here's Why You Only Need One Cash Back Card in Your Wallet in 2026

If you're looking to simplify your credit card strategy, this Wells Fargo card might be all you need in 2026. Here's what to know before applying.
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Jan. 12, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Here's How the Discover it® Cash Back Card Could Earn You $1,080+ in a Year

See how rotating bonus categories, a first-year match, and 0% intro APR can help you earn $1,000+ with the Discover it® Cash Back card.
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Jan. 12, 2026 | By Jake FitzGerald

Here's What Changes When You Reach an 850 Credit Score in 2026

Here's what actually changes, and what doesn't, when you reach a perfect 850 credit score in 2026.