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Why Building Credit Is Essential for Stay-at-Home Spouses

Building credit helps you with joint financial decisions, but it also gives you options if your relationship ends.

5 Things to Know About the Maurices Credit Card

The Maurices Credit Card is refreshingly straightforward compared to other store credit cards, but rewards can only be earned and used at its stores.

How the U.S. Bank Shopper Cash Rewards Card Stacks Up vs. the Competition

This card earns a high rate of cash back, but other cards may entice you with less effort or no annual fee.

AmEx ‘Apply With Confidence’ Feature Streamlines Application Decisions

Best Credit Cards to Use at Walmart

Although Walmart is frequently a quarterly bonus category for several cards, it will take some juggling to consistently maximize your rewards at the world's largest retailer.

U.S. Bank Shopper Cash Rewards vs. AmEx Blue Cash Preferred: In a 6% Slugfest, Versatility Wins

Both cards earn up to 6% cash back, but the U.S. Bank Shopper Cash Rewards Card provides more flexibility.

5 Things to Know About the Lane Bryant Credit Card

Most cash-back cards will beat the Lane Bryant Credit Card in terms of rewards potential and overall usefulness.

Victim of Credit Card Fraud? 6 Actions to Take Now

Fighting back against credit card fraud will take time and discipline, but the effort is worth it, no matter the amount stolen from you.

5 Things to Know About the Emirates Skywards Credit Cards

Both cards offer helpful benefits to loyal Emirates travelers, but the premium card packs on extra perks.

Is Congress Going to Kill Credit Card Rewards?

Supporters of the Credit Card Competition Act say it may lower store prices. Opponents argue it may decimate the perks that come with your plastic.

Best Credit Cards for Everyday Spending

Why not earn some rewards on the things you buy every day? Use one or more of these credit cards for your daily purchases.

5 Things to Know About the Dick’s Sporting Goods Credit Card

It features rewards and perks, but it's highly inflexible and leaves too many points on the table to be of much value.

5 Things to Know About the BJ’s Credit Card

BJ's Wholesale Club offers two cards that earn rewards you can cash in at checkout to save on buying in bulk.

How Credit Cards Opened — Then Clogged — Airport Lounges

Sometimes when almost anyone can get into an airport lounge, no one can. Here's what to know before you count on using this credit card perk.

5 Things to Know About the Torrid Credit Card

It's a refreshingly simple and potentially valuable store card, featuring both initial and ongoing discounts. But it won't be useful anywhere other than the clothing retailer.

5 Things to Know About the JCPenney Credit Card

The JCPenney credit card offers points and perks, but you’ll get more value from a rewards credit card that isn’t tied to the retailer.

Best Credit Cards to Use at Apple

The Apple Card is just one option among several that can earn you rewards on your next iPhone or Mac, help you finance those pricey items, or both.

5 Things to Know About the Sonesta World Mastercard

The co-branded credit card helps you earn free nights and elite perks, but Sonesta's limited footprint is a downside.

5 Things to Know About the American Eagle Credit Card

Every American Eagle purchase earns a ton of points, but those points aren't worth much, and the redemption process is wonky.

5 Things to Know About the Nordstrom Credit Card

It'll be hard to profit from this credit card unless you’re a regular Nordstrom customer who drops a lot of money there.