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Nov. 13, 2025 | By
Ryan Wilcox
Most Balance Transfer Cards Don't Earn Rewards. Here's Why They're Still Worth It
Balance transfer cards are one of the best ways to pay off debt in 2025. Learn why they're worth it -- even if they don't earn any rewards.
Nov. 13, 2025 | By
Jake FitzGerald
Hurry: Earn a $250 Amazon Gift Card Just for Getting the Prime Visa
Amazon's $250 Prime Visa deal is back, and it's the kind of easy win that disappears fast if you wait too long.
Nov. 13, 2025 | By
Joel O'Leary
What's the Best Cash Back Credit Card Now? My Pick for November 2025
Chase Freedom Unlimited offers up to 5% back, a welcome bonus, and an intro APR offer with no annual fee. Here's why it's my top pick for cash back.
Nov. 13, 2025 | By
Ryan Wilcox
Act Fast: The Venture X Business Card Offers up to 400,000 Bonus Miles
The Venture X Business is a great travel card -- with one of the most valuable welcome offers I've ever seen. Here's how to earn it today.
Nov. 12, 2025 | By
Joel O'Leary
The Best No-Annual-Fee Travel Rewards Card -- Here's Why It Won
This Wells Fargo Card just won our best no-annual-fee travel card award. Here's why it scored the top spot, and who it's best for.
Nov. 12, 2025 | By
Jake FitzGerald
Act Fast: Capital One's Venture X Business Just Launched a 400,000-Mile Bonus Offer
Capital One's Venture X Business now offers a massive welcome offer for new applicants starting Nov. 12. Don't miss out.
Nov. 12, 2025 | By
Joel O'Leary
3 Chase Cards That Belong in Every Wallet
These three Chase credit cards give you high rewards rates across a broad spectrum of spending, with low or no annual fees.
Nov. 12, 2025 | By
Jake FitzGerald
Act Fast: Amazon's $250 Gift Card Deal Is Back for a Limited Time
The Amazon Prime Visa's $250 gift card offer is back, and it's one of the easiest ways to pocket free money before the holidays.
Nov. 12, 2025 | By
Joel O'Leary
The Prime Visa's $250 Gift Card Offer Is Back -- Here's Why It's Worth It
Amazon's Prime Visa is once again offering a $250 gift card instantly upon approval. Here's why this limited-time deal is a no-brainer.
Nov. 12, 2025 | By
Ryan Wilcox
What Happens When You Reach an 850 Credit Score? It's Not What You Think
Having a perfect 850 credit score might sound impressive -- but what does it really get you? Here's the truth in 2025.
Nov. 11, 2025 | By
Ryan Wilcox
Why Premium Cards Are Worth It in 2025 -- Even With High Annual Fees
Some credit cards have annual fees that near $1,000 -- but they've got plenty of perks to make them worth it. Here's my favorite high-end card to apply for now.
Nov. 11, 2025 | By
Ryan Wilcox
This Credit Card Was Just Named the All-Around Best of 2026. Why Now's the Time to Apply
The Wells Fargo Active Cash is one of the best flat-rate credit cards available. Here's why I think everyone should have it in their wallet.
Nov. 11, 2025 | By
Jake FitzGerald
3 Places You Should Never Use a Debit Card
Debit cards are convenient, but they can expose you to more risk than you think. Here are three places you should always reach for a credit card instead.
Nov. 11, 2025 | By
Jake FitzGerald
The 3 Best Credit Cards for Groceries This Week -- Nov. 11, 2025
Food prices are still climbing, but these cards can turn your grocery bill into serious cash back.
Nov. 11, 2025 | By
James McClenathen
Best Travel Credit Cards This Week, Nov. 11, 2025: Bonuses Worth $200 to $1,750+
This week's picks include a no-annual-fee starter card, a mid-tier card that punches above its weight, and two premium Amex cards. See which is best for you.
Nov. 10, 2025 | By
Ryan Wilcox
The Amex Platinum Is Too Rich for My Blood. Here's the Card I'm Getting Instead
The Amex Platinum is one of the most expensive premium cards out there. Here's how you can get tons of value from a cheaper Chase card instead.
Nov. 10, 2025 | By
Ryan Wilcox
Get up to 2% Back: These Are The Best Flat-Rate Cards Available This Week, Nov. 10, 2025
The best cash rewards credit card can earn you 2% on every purchase without paying an annual fee. Find out which one's right for you today.
Nov. 10, 2025 | By
James McClenathen
The Best Balance Transfer Cards This Week, Nov. 10, 2025: Pay No Interest for up to 2 Full Years
This week's top balance transfer cards offer up to two years of 0% intro APR and no annual fees -- compare the best options and start tackling debt interest-free.
Nov. 9, 2025 | By
Joel O'Leary
The Wells Fargo Reflect Card Is Our Top Pick for Avoiding Interest Payments in 2025
This card has one of the longest intro APR offers available. Here's why it's our top pick for avoiding interest and breathing easier financially.
Nov. 9, 2025 | By
Joel O'Leary
This Card Pays up to 6% on Feeding Gremlins (aka My Children)
If your kids eat like bottomless pits, this card earns serious rewards on groceries. Here's how to make the most of it, including a two-player hack.
Nov. 9, 2025 | By
Ryan Wilcox
$750 on Travel: This Chase Card's Welcome Bonus Is Worth 7X the Annual Fee
The current welcome bonus on the Chase Sapphire Preferred is worth more than seven times the card's annual fee. Here's how you can earn it today.
Nov. 9, 2025 | By
Brooklyn Sprunger
Longest 0% Intro APR Credit Cards This Week, Nov. 9, 2025: Take Control of Your Debt
Get up to 24 months interest-free with this week's top 0% intro APR cards -- perfect for big purchases or paying off debt without added charges.
Nov. 8, 2025 | By
Ryan Wilcox
If You Fly a Couple Times a Year, This Is the Only Travel Card You Need
The Chase Sapphire Preferred is one of the best credit cards out there if you only travel once or twice a year. Here's how you can rack up value with it today.
Nov. 8, 2025 | By
Ryan Wilcox
Tired of Tracking Categories? These 3 Cash Back Cards Just Work
The best flat-rate cash rewards cards can get you up to 2% back on everything you buy for no annual fee. See which one's right for you today.
Nov. 8, 2025 | By
Ryan Wilcox
Here's How Much Grocery Cash Back You Can Earn on $500 a Month -- With and Without an Annual Fee
These valuable cards can help you earn up to 6% back on your next trip to the grocery store. Read to learn which one's right for you today.
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