For Homeowners, Saving a Down Payment Is Only the Start
If you’re saving for your first home, there’s no shortage of advice out there — some of it questionable, even if you do have an avocado toast habit. Still, it’s…
Sara Rathner
Sara Rathner is a NerdWallet travel and credit cards expert. She appeared on the “Today” show, Nasdaq and CNBC’s “Nightly Business Report,” and has been quoted in Yahoo Finance, TIME, Reuters, NBC News, Business Insider and MarketWatch. Sara’s held a total of 23 credit cards, using travel rewards points to see the world on a budget. A proud Northwestern University alum, she also has a certificate in financial planning from Boston University. Email: [email protected], Twitter: @SaraKRathner
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Starter Credit Card Options: Student Card or Secured Card?
A starter credit card, like a student or secured card, can help you establish your credit history or build credit. But they function differently.
Can I Get a U.S. Credit Card if I Live in Puerto Rico?
Most of the biggest U.S. credit card issuers accept applications from residents of Puerto Rico, although a couple do not. And among those that do, there are some limitations about…
Wayfair Launches Two New Credit Cards With Citi
Wayfair’s credit card has gone the way of outdated home decor: It’s been swept out and replaced by a pair of spiffed-up versions, including one you can use at merchants…
5 Travel Writers ‘Draft’ Their Favorite Airlines
While your friends might have spent the last several weeks debating the merits of Lamar Jackson versus Patrick Mahomes, our travel nerds have been working on a fantasy draft of…
Chase Shakes Up Freedom Cards: New ‘Flex’ Option, New Categories for Unlimited
Chase is adding to its Freedom family of credit cards with the new . The -annual-fee card debuted on Sept. 15, 2020. It combines some of the benefits offered by the…
How to Apply for a Business Credit Card for a Side Hustle
If you’ve started a side gig to bring in some extra funds, you might be thinking about applying for a small-business credit card. Completing an online application for a credit card…
Chase Ultimate Rewards News
Sept. 15 – Chase Announces 5% Categories for Q4 2020 Chase has announced the 5% quarterly bonus categories for the and the brand-new , and they could come in handy for holiday shoppers.…
American Express Membership Rewards News
Aug. 3 – AmEx Cards Add Flexible Payment Options New payment options are coming to three flagship American Express cards. For starters, the issuer’s Pay It Plan It® features, which have…
Southwest Airlines News
Sept. 22 – Southwest Offers Short-Term Companion Pass Promo The Southwest Companion Pass is often considered one of the most coveted perks in travel. Normally, it allows you to bring a…
