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7 Balance Transfer Credit Card Mistakes, and How to Avoid Them

Balance transfer credit cards can be helpful tools for zapping debt, but they aren't a cure-all and require you to avoid certain pitfalls.

AmEx Ends Flexible Social Security Number/ITIN Requirement

What Is a Co-Branded Credit Card?

A co-branded card represents a partnership between a specific business and card issuer and is meant to encourage and reward brand loyalty.

5 Things to Know About the Tractor Supply Credit Card

You don’t need to be a farmer to gain some useful perks from this card, including 5% back in store, 3% back on veterinary services and free trailer rentals.

Best Barclays Credit Cards

Although Barclays no longer offers credit cards in the U.S. under its own brand, it remains one of the country's largest issuers through its partnerships with airlines, stores and others.

5 Things to Know About the Bread Cashback Credit Card

It offers 2% back on all purchases, with no annual fee or complicated rewards structure. Unfortunately, there's no welcome offer.

How to Negotiate Credit Card Debt

Different negotiation strategies have advantages and drawbacks. Understand their impact before contacting your card issuer.

How American Express’ Refer a Friend Program Works

The program is notable for its flexibility in card selection and unique referral bonuses.

5 Things to Know About the Greenlight Credit Card

To get the Greenlight credit card, you need a Greenlight subscription. To get the best rewards rate, you need to spend at least $4,000 each billing cycle.

5 Things to Know About the Ally Credit Card

Currently available by invitation only, the Ally credit cards suite includes three different offerings, each with its own fees and rewards structure.

How Do Credit Card Refunds Work?

If a merchant's policy allows for it, you can typically get either store credit or a refund on your credit card account in the form of a statement credit.

5 Things to Know About the Bank of America Premium Rewards Elite Credit Card

As a premium travel card, the Bank of America® Premium Rewards Elite credit card offers several luxury perks, but it lacks a network of transfer partners that’s offered by Chase, Citi and others.

How Long Do You Have to Dispute a Credit Card Charge?

Found a billing error on your credit card statement? You have 60 days to dispute it. Here's how to do it and what to expect.

Discover it Cash Back vs. Chrome: Cash Back Is More Polished

Earning rewards with the 'Cash Back'-branded card takes a little work, but that effort can return far more cash back than is possible with the Chrome.

What Is a Credit Card Cash Advance Limit and How Can You Change It?

Accessing cash with your credit card can be costly. Understand the risks and how to protect yourself by lowering your cash advance limit.

Capital One Venture X vs. AmEx Platinum: Venture X for Simplicity

The AmEx Platinum may wield more luxury gravitas, but the simplicity of the Capital One Venture X makes it the more valuable choice for most.

5 Things to Know About the Credit One Wander Card

It's possible to get it with fair credit, but it lacks the travel-related perks you'd expect to find in a card with its annual fee.

How Long Does a Credit Card Payment Take to Process?

Most credit card payments are processed within three days. As long as you make a digital payment by 5 p.m. on the due date, you shouldn't incur penalties.

Capital One VentureOne vs. Quicksilver: Upfront Value, or Long-Term?

This VentureOne offer includes a bigger bonus for new cardholders, but Quicksilver has a higher ongoing rewards rate as well as a lengthy 0% intro APR period.

Capital One’s Platinum vs. Quicksilver: Quicksilver Clearly Wins — If You Qualify

The Platinum is a bare-bones card that helps people build credit, and that’s about it. If you’ve graduated beyond the credit-building stage, choose the Quicksilver for its handsome rewards.