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5 Unusual Credit Cards That Actually Exist

Carry your heart in your wallet with these offbeat niche credit cards built around very specific interests.

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6 Under-the-Radar Credit Cards With Hard-to-Find Perks

These lesser-known or less-heralded cards feature rare benefits like higher-than-usual rewards rates, uncommon bonus categories or super-valuable side offers.

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Best Citi Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Choosing a Citi balance transfer card comes down to what you want: a long 0% APR promotion, rewards or both.

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What Is Cardless, and Are Its Credit Cards Right for You?

Products from Cardless include the Bilt credit cards, and co-branded cards with various airlines. The cards aren't for everyone, but the company is legitimate and safe to consider doing business with.

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I Have Good Credit. Why Don’t I Qualify for That Card?

Card issuers look at many factors when considering applications. People with high scores might not make the cut, while someone with a lower score might.

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Best Chase Balance Transfer Credit Cards

These Chase credit cards offer 0% introductory APR periods on balance transfers.

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Credit Cards Charge Ahead With Rewards for Driving Electric

Automakers see a future with a lot more electric vehicles, and credit cards are starting to plug incentives for drivers who make the switch.

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5 Things to Know About the Cabela’s and Bass Pro Shops Cards

The cards can offer decent savings for Cabela's and Bass Pro Shops loyalists who don't mind redeeming rewards solely with the retailers.

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How Do Cash-Back Credit Cards Work?

Cash-back credit cards earn a percentage of the price of a purchase and it adds up over time.

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Melissa Lambarena

How to Report Income on a Credit Card Application When You’re Retired

Credit card applications accept other sources of income besides just wages from work.

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5 Things to Know About Nova Credit

Nova Credit translates credit histories from certain countries to help immigrants qualify for financial products.

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Melissa Lambarena

2021 American Household Credit Card Debt Study

The second year of the pandemic has made it clear that financial recovery will be slow for many, as the cost of living keeps rising while average household income has fallen.

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Erin El Issa

5 Things to Know About the Owner’s Rewards Credit Card by M1

You can earn up to 10% cash back and invest your rewards, but there are some hoops to jump through.

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5 Things to Know About the ANA Card U.S.A. Plus

The card is good for travel to Japan and establishing U.S. credit if you’re an expatriate living in the U.S.

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5 Things to Know About the Paceline Card

To incentivize fitness, the card's cash-back rate doubles if you exercise for at least 150 minutes per week.

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Amazon Gives New Prime Cardholders $200, No Strings Attached

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How Does the Capital One Venture X Stack Up Against Competitors?

It packs the perks like other premium cards, and earns more miles when you book through Capital One Travel.

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5 Things to Know About the Air France-KLM Credit Card

Flying Blue miles can be valuable for travelers, but earning them from general travel cards can make more sense.

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Erin Hurd

5 Things to Know About the GameStop Credit Card

You'll get some perks and Easter eggs, but if you're looking for flexibility, prepare to be 'pwned.' Even GameStop loyalists will be better off with a different card.

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Best Credit Cards for Gamers

Whether you're looking to earn rewards on gaming purchases or finance a new console, the right credit card can help you level up. Here are our picks.

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