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5 Things to Know About Splitit

Splitit uses your credit card to divide purchases into more manageable installments at select merchants.

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Melissa Lambarena

Upgrade Cards: Which One Should You Get?

There are multiple options, but each card has a different rewards system.

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Sara Rathner

Best Credit Cards for Medical Expenses

Such bills can be costly, and a credit card isn't always the best answer. But some do offer rewards or benefits that can help defray expenses, if you can avoid carrying a balance.

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American Express Card Benefits You May Not Know You Have

Your American Express card might feature access to these exclusive perks, in addition to its regular benefits.

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Best Credit Cards for Holiday Shopping

You can stretch your holiday dollars by shopping with the right credit card.

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Kimberly Palmer

5 Things to Know About Visa’s Shipt Benefit

Visa cardholders can get a free membership with Shipt, which offers same-day delivery from popular retailers like Target and Publix. But details vary depending on your card and city.

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Melissa Lambarena

The Best Credit Cards Have Three Things in Common

The best credit cards help you tackle your goals and priorities, they meet you where you are in life and they deliver value on your top expenses.

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Kenley Young

Are Petal Cards Legit?

Yes, the Petal cards are legitimate tools for making payments and building credit. But the one that's right for you will hinge on your creditworthiness and cash flow.

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Melissa Lambarena

Is the Opensky Card Legit?

Yes, the OpenSky card is legitimate, but it’s a secured card rather than a more traditional unsecured card.

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Is the Upgrade Card Legit?

Yes, the Upgrade cards are real. But they work like a personal loan/credit card hybrid, unlike more traditional credit cards you may be familiar with.

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I Was in a Coma and Couldn’t Pay My Credit Card Bills

After a medical emergency, your card issuer may be able to make accommodations to lessen the financial strain.

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Buy Now, Pay Later Already Comes Standard on Many Credit Cards

More credit card companies are offering features that allow you to pay off purchases over a series of fixed installments.

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‘Citi Trifecta’ Is Now a Duo, But It’s Still Dynamic

Packing your wallet with just the Citi Strata Premier and Citi Double Cash is enough to maximize your rewards earnings.

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Erin Hurd, Jae Bratton

Which American Express Card Is Right for You?

The right AmEx card for you depends on whether you prefer cash back, travel, luxury perks or something else.

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Kimberly Palmer

American Express Cards Without an Annual Fee

Whether you're seeking cash back, travel rewards or a small-business card, AmEx has multiple options that cost nothing to carry.

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5 Things to Know About the Pottery Barn, West Elm, Williams Sonoma Credit Cards

While store discounts are nice, the charges for your new feng shui may be better suited for a general cash-back card. 

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Craig Joseph

A Guide to Capital One’s Credit Cards for College Students

With responsible use, either of these student cards can help you build your credit score and earn rewards, too.

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Benefits of the Bank of America Unlimited Cash Rewards

The card earns a respectable 1.5% back on all purchases. But if you keep a significant amount of money with the bank, you could earn more.

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Caitlin Mims

5 Things to Know About the Sephora Credit Card

The limited rewards program — and the expiration policy — makes sense only for very frequent Sephora shoppers. Even then, you won't save much.

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Sara Rathner

Best Credit Cards for Digital Wallets

These cards offer rewards and benefits that can make using your go-to digital wallet easier.

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