Fund Your Secured Credit Card Promptly, or You’ll Lose It
If you get approved for a secured card but don't supply your security deposit quickly, your credit could suffer.
What Is Credit One Bank, and Are Its Credit Cards Right for You?
Credit One offers cards for the full range of credit scores, but fees and rewards vary widely. Those with good to excellent credit will want to shop around.
Credit Card Expiration Dates: Why They Exist, and What to Do When Your Card Expires
Expiration dates are a normal and necessary part of the credit card experience — even if they can be slightly inconvenient for cardholders.
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When Credit Card Disputes Become ‘Friendly Fraud’
It easier than ever to dispute a credit card purchase, but chargebacks should be a last resort.
How Credit Card Payments Are Applied to Your Balance
Anything you pay over the minimum amount due will generally be applied to your highest-interest balances first.
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5 Things to Know About the Kohl’s Credit Card
It features decent rewards and a variety of discounts — if you can keep track of them all. But a general rewards card would offer more simplicity and flexibility.
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Credit Card Chargebacks Can Be a Powerful Tool for Consumers
Disputing charges can be used for fraud, billing errors, or when you're dissatisfied with the quality of goods and services.
Citi Double Cash vs. Fidelity Rewards Visa: Double Cash Gives You More Options
They both offer comparable flat-rate rewards and no annual fee, but the Double Cash is more flexible.
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The History of the Credit Card
The story goes back about a century, but perhaps the most important point on the timeline came in 1950.
The Credit Card Act of 2009: What It Does and Doesn’t Do
It limits credit card fees and makes statements more transparent. It also sharply reduced the marketing of credit cards to young people.
How to Make the Most of Chase Sapphire Reserve
Chase Sapphire Reserve's annual fee is steep. You can get a lot in return for it, but you’ll need to put in some work.
Chase Freedom Flex vs. Freedom Unlimited: Pick Your Style
They have similar names and some identical features. But the difference in ongoing rewards requires looking inward.
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Current Credit Card Bonus Categories: Discover, Chase Freedom, Citi Dividend
Several popular cards feature bonus categories that rotate every quarter. Here are their rewards calendars.
Making the Most of the Chase Freedom Unlimited
The card earns at least 1.5% cash back on purchases. But there are ways to boost that value even higher.
BankAmericard vs. Citi Simplicity: Each Has an Edge
Looking to move debt? Pick the one with the lower balance transfer fee. Looking to finance a big expense? Pick the one with the longer 0% period for purchases.
Foreign Transaction vs. Currency Conversion Fees: What’s the Difference?
One is for using your credit card overseas; the other is for having foreign purchases shown to you in dollars.
9 Credit Card Fees and How to Avoid Them
You can usually find ways to avoid paying credit card fees. Here’s a rundown of the most common ones.