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Why Was My Credit Card Declined? 6 Common Reasons

You may have hit a credit limit, expiration date or an errant keystroke. A merchant 'hold' or issuer 'freeze' may also be to blame.

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Anisha Sekar

Dealing With Credit Card Debt: How to Get Debt-Free

The average household has thousands of dollars in revolving balances. But that doesn't have to be permanent.

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Erin El Issa

How to Make the Most of Rewards Credit Cards

It starts with getting the right one and using it, responsibly, for all purchases. It's also key to know your card's benefits.

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NetFirst Platinum Card Underdelivers on Multiple Fronts

It might sound like a good option if you have bad or no credit, but it has sharp limitations and won’t help your credit scores.

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Claire Tsosie

ScoreCard Points: Why They’re Rarely Worth the Hassle

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Paul Soucy

Citi Forward: Bonus Rewards at Restaurants and … Bookstores?

This now-defunct credit card had its eye on urbanites, paying 5 points per dollar on dining, entertainment and Amazon.

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Paul Soucy

5 Things to Know About the Citi Dividend Credit Card

The card is no longer open to new applicants, but existing cardholders can earn 5% back in rotating bonus categories up to a cap.

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Sara Rathner

Capital One Venture X vs. Venture vs. VentureOne: X Hits the Spot For Most

The two Venture cards with annual fees also have richer bonuses, higher rewards rates and better perks. Here's why the highest-fee card may be the best fit.

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Sara Rathner

What Is a Schumer Box and How Do You Read It?

A Schumer box is a legally required cheat sheet for credit cards that breaks down two main aspects of any card: interest rates and fees. Here's how to read it and where to find it.

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Kenley Young

Orchard Bank Credit Cards: Once the Best for Bad Credit

These popular cards have been off the market for years. But you have good alternatives for building or rebuilding credit.

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Paul Soucy

Should I Use a Credit Card When Donating to Charity?

Credit card processing fees can eat into the value of a donation, but there are ways to bypass or offset this charge.

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3 Major Types of Credit Cards

Some credit cards earn rewards, some save you money on interest, and some help you build or rebuild credit.

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5 Things to Know About the Sony Credit Card

It requires some highly unusual extra steps — like tracking receipts and filling out forms — to earn or redeem certain rewards. You're better off passing.

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