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Southwest Companion Pass: Why You Want It and How to Get It

It's like a buy-one-get-one-free deal on flights, but earning it is a challenge. A Southwest credit card can help.

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Robin Saks Frankel, Lindsay Konsko

Top Airline Credit Cards With Companion Tickets

A companion pass or ticket can help cover airfare for a family member, spouse or buddy. These cards can grant you such a pass.

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Kenley Young

5 Things to Know About the Hawaiian Airlines Business Mastercard

The card’s bonus rewards can be valuable for loyal Hawaiian Airlines customers, but a general travel card may provide more flexibility for business owners.

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3 Reasons Your Credit Card Issuer Could Close Your Account

Keeping your card active and making on-time payments can help prevent the issuer from closing your account.

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Virginia C. McGuire

Best Credit Cards for New Parents

Many of these cards earn high rewards in categories like groceries and gas; others earn a solid flat rate on all purchases.

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How to Use Credit Cards to Manage Your Budget

Use your credit card's built-in tracking features to monitor how much you spend. You can even set limits for yourself.

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How Do 0% APR Credit Cards Work? 7 Things to Know Before You Apply

The 0% rate doesn't last forever, doesn't always apply to your entire balance and doesn't come without risks.

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Claire Tsosie, Robin Saks Frankel

Is It Worth Paying an Annual Fee for a Credit Card?

In short, yes — as long as the card's extra benefits outstrip the cost of carrying it.

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Do Credit Card Rewards, Points and Miles Expire?

Credit card rewards don't typically expire, but every issuer is different. Here are the policies for major programs.

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Robin Saks Frankel

Should I Get a Travel Credit Card That Earns Points, or One That Earns Miles?

The right choice for you depends on how often you travel and how loyal you are to a specific airline.

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Lindsay Konsko, Paul Soucy

5 Benefits of Paying More Than the Minimum On Your Credit Card

Making more than the minimum payment can eliminate debt faster, save money on interest and keep your credit healthy.

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Maxed Out Credit Card? Here’s What to Do

To pay down your balance, stop using your card, reevaluate your budget and use a get-out-of-debt option.

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Virginia C. McGuire, Melissa Lambarena

What Is Citi Entertainment?

If you have a qualifying Citi card, you'll get special access to select entertainment events like concerts, sporting events and more.

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Robin Saks Frankel

4 Best Credit Card Combinations to Maximize Rewards

You can create a credit card combination powerhouse based on your household needs.

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Melissa Lambarena

Difference Between Credit Cards and Charge Cards

The key: Credit cards let you carry a balance from month to month, while charge cards require you to pay in full each month.

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Gregory Karp

When Should You Pay a Balance Transfer Fee?

Balance transfer credit cards can help you pay off debt quicker. But you'll likely need to pay a balance transfer fee.

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Elizabeth Renter, Caitlin Mims

What Happens When Your Credit Card’s 0% Intro APR Ends?

The card's ongoing (and much higher) APR will kick in, and it will apply to any new purchases and unpaid balance from the 0% promo period. Here's how to prepare.

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5 Steps to Take When Your Credit Card Is Compromised

Swift reporting of the fraud and updating your accounts can help contain the problem. 

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Kimberly Palmer

How Do Credit Card Companies Profit from 0% Deals?

Credit card issuers make money on transactions, not just on interest.

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Kimberly Palmer

What Credit Score Do You Need to Get a 0% APR Card?

The higher your credit score, the better your card options will be.

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