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Credit Card Articles

Articles about choosing the right credit card, and how to get the most from the ones you have.

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June 26, 2024 | By Lyle Daly

3 Perks You Only Get With the Citi Strata Premier℠ Card

The Citi Strata Premier℠ Card has useful benefits for a reasonable annual fee. Learn about this Citi card's most unique perks to see if it's right for you.
June 26, 2024 | By Lyle Daly

4 Unique Perks of the Amex Blue Cash Preferred Card

The Amex Blue Cash Preferred Card is known for its gas and grocery rewards. Check out its most unique perks to see what makes it special.
June 26, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

3 Signs You're Not Taking Advantage of Your Credit Card Rewards

A huge benefit of using credit cards is to reap the rewards. Read on to make sure you're not missing out.
June 26, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

3 Good Reasons to Downgrade a Credit Card

Are your credit cards serving your needs? Read on to see why a downgrade could make sense if they're not.
June 25, 2024 | By Lyle Daly

3 Unique Perks of the Amex Platinum Card

The Amex Platinum Card comes with all kinds of benefits. Find out about some of its most special perks that are hard to find anywhere else.
June 25, 2024 | By Lyle Daly

Earn $200 Back With This Student Credit Card

A student credit card helps you build credit -- and it could save you some money, too. Check out a great student card with a $200 welcome bonus offer.
June 25, 2024 | By Ashley Maready

You Might Not Realize What Happens When You Spend More Than $10,000 on Your Credit Card

Planning to make a huge credit card purchase? Learn what to expect if you charge $10,000 or more on a card.
June 25, 2024 | By Ben Gran

Here Are the Top 10 Cities Where You Might Want Airline Status in Summer 2024

Did you know that airlines are cutting back on seats in 2024? Fewer planes might be flying to your city. See why elite status and credit cards can help.
June 24, 2024 | By Matt Frankel, CFP®

Act Quickly: Earn $600 (or More) Back After Spending $6,000 With This Credit Card

The American Express® Gold Card has a generous welcome offer and many other perks. Learn whether this card's benefits are worth your attention.
June 24, 2024 | By Lyle Daly

3 Perks You Only Get With the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card

The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card offers lots of features for a reasonable annual fee. Check out the perks it has that you won't find with other travel cards.
June 24, 2024 | By Lyle Daly

New Offer: Earn 85,000 Bonus Points With a Southwest Credit Card

Two of the Southwest credit cards just increased their welcome offers. See which cards are currently offering a lot more bonus points for new cardholders.
June 24, 2024 | By Lyle Daly

Act Quickly: Earn $650 Back and a Free Night After Spending $3,000 With This Hotel Credit Card

Frequent guests at Hilton could save big with one of its hotel credit cards. Check out one Hilton card running a special limited-time welcome offer right now.
June 24, 2024 | By Matt Frankel, CFP®

These 2 Southwest Airlines Credit Cards Are Offering an Amazing Bonus – But You'll Need to Act Fast

Customers who act quickly can get over $1,300 in free travel. Here's why you might want to apply.
June 24, 2024 | By Ben Gran

3 Unexpected Reasons Why Airline Credit Cards Beat Cash Back Cards

Trying to choose between cash back credit cards vs. airline credit cards? See why travel perks can be worth more than money.
June 24, 2024 | By Ben Gran

Got Bad Credit? This One Simple Move Could Change Your Life

Got bad credit? You can make a change. See how the best secured credit cards can improve your financial life.
June 24, 2024 | By Chris Neiger

1 Reason Why Your Credit Card Payments Could Get Easier Next Year

Credit card APRs could fall next year if the policymakers cut rates. Read on to discover how to lower your interest rate now.
June 23, 2024 | By Natasha Etzel

Traveling Abroad? This Passport Mistake Could Cost You Hundreds

Checking your passport's expiration date before booking international flights is necessary. Find out how to avoid a costly trip-planning error.
June 22, 2024 | By Natasha Etzel

Transferring Credit Card Rewards to a Travel Partner? Do This First

Planning to transfer your travel credit card rewards to an airline or hotel partner? Find out what steps to take before you transfer your points or miles.
June 22, 2024 | By Ben Gran

How Your Credit Card Can Help You Get More Legroom on Your Next Flight

Want to stretch your legs on your next flight? Here's how the best travel and airline credit cards help you avoid cramped conditions in basic economy.
June 22, 2024 | By Natasha Etzel

You Can Save Hundreds per Year on Airline Bag Fees With This Subscription

Are you a United Airlines customer sick of paying pricey bag fees? Investing in an annual baggage subscription could offer big savings. Find out how much you could save.
June 22, 2024 | By Natasha Etzel

Don't Lose Money to This Sneaky Airline Customer Support Scam

Call the official airline customer support line when your flight is delayed or canceled. Otherwise, you may get scammed. Find out more.
June 21, 2024 | By Steven Porrello

3 Little-Known Perks of the Discover it® Cash Back Card

You may know about the Discover it® Cash Back's cashback match. Learn three more hidden perks of this lucrative credit card.
June 21, 2024 | By Jordi Lippe-McGraw

5 Coolest Travel Experiences to Book With Points

From private islands to Taylor Swift, you can turn your points into unforgettable travel experiences. Learn how.
June 20, 2024 | By Natasha Etzel

4 Reasons I Like the Chase Sapphire Reserve More Than the Amex Platinum

The Chase Sapphire Reserve® and Amex Platinum are popular premium travel credit cards. Find out why one writer prefers the Chase Sapphire Reserve®.
June 20, 2024 | By Steven Porrello

5 Reasons the Amex Gold Card Is the Very Best for Groceries and Dining Out

The American Express® Gold Card has a steep annual fee, but its perks can more than pay for itself. Learn why this is one of the best credit cards for food.