2018 American Household Credit Card Debt Study
American households are carrying more credit card debt from month to month than they did last year. With interest rates rising, now’s a good time to banish those balances for good.
Card Lock: What It Does, Who Offers It, How to Use It
If you lose a card, this feature lets you essentially 'turn it off' to foil thieves. But you can also use it strategically in other ways.
5 Things to Know About the Hawaiian Airlines World Elite Mastercard
The Hawaiian Airlines World Elite Mastercard helps you earn enough points to leave winter behind.
5 Things to Know About the Bank of the West Cash Back World Mastercard
The card offers a high rewards rate on several everyday spending categories, but it's available only in certain states.
Engagement Rings and Credit Cards: A Rewarding Match
The right card can give you a long interest-free runway to pay off that diamond, or rewards to fund a honeymoon.
How to Dispose of a Credit Card — No Burying Required
Plastic? Use a good pair of scissors. Metal? Send it back. But destroying a card doesn't close the account.
Fingerhut Credit Review: Easier Credit Access, but With Costs
The inflated prices, stiff APR and shipping expenses associated with the retailer make it a last resort for buying on credit.
Putting Cosmetic Surgery on Credit Cards? Avoid These Complications
Before you put plastic surgery on ... well, plastic, consider the cost, your budget and your risk tolerance.
5 Things to Know About the Kansas City Royals Mastercard
It offers cash back and access to exclusive events. And depending on your budget, it could be a home run for everyday spending.
How a Credit Card’s Unique Pitch Helped Me Fix My Roof
An instant card number + a generous bonus offer + a 0% intro APR period = a fast solution at a discount.
Can I Apply for Credit Cards I’ve Had Before?
Here’s what you need to know if you plan to apply for credit cards you’ve had in the past.
How to Stop Credit Card Preapproval Letters
With a phone call or a visit to an opt-out website, you can stop these offers. Just be aware of what you'll miss.
How to Live With Your First Credit Card’s Low Limit
If your first credit card has a low limit, using it to cover everyday expenses may not be ideal. But the card can still help you build a credit history.
Why Do Some Stores Have Credit Card Minimums?
A "minimum required purchase amount" helps the merchant cover the fees it must pay to process your transaction.
Credit Card CVV Number: What It Is and How to Find It
This 3- or 4-digit code is a key security feature. Merchants can't store it, so it can't be stolen in a data breach
I Only Have One Credit Card – Is That a Problem?
There's no problem with using a single card. Just watch your balance, and have a backup plan if it gets declined.
Is There a Limit to How Many Credit Cards I Can Have?
You can have as many credit cards as you want — or, at least, as many as you can get approved for.
5 Things to Know About the PNC Points Credit Card
The good news is this card earns a lot of points, but the bad news is they aren't very valuable.
5 Things to Know About the Brooks Brothers Credit Card
The card earns rewards on spending with the retailer and in everyday categories, but other options offer more flexibility.
How to Choose a Gas Credit Card
You may not spend as much on gas as you think, which is why the best ones give you elevated rewards on more than just fuel.