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How Much Does Your Credit Card Debt Cost You?

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Only having to pay 2% of your total credit-card balance a month makes charging tempting...but with interest, you could also pay more than double your original purchase price.

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5 Best Credit Cards for People With Excellent Credit

Have great credit? Then you have an opportunity to get high-reward credit cards that offer 2% or more cash back, double points, and more.

by: Jason Steele | channel: Credit Cards

Surprising Things That Can Kill Your Credit

We're all familiar with the damage a late payment can do to a credit score. But there are plenty of other credit-sinkers you might not know about.

by: Kate Luther | channel: Consumer Affairs, Credit Cards, Debt Management

Extreme Mileage Hacking: Creative Ways to Earn Flier Miles

If you're think you're doing all you can to earn frequent flier miles, get a bit of inspiration from these talented travelers.

by: Jason Steele | channel: Credit Cards, Travel

5 Best Gas Rewards Credit Cards

Tired of overpaying for gas? Get 5% back or 15 cents off per gallon with these gas reward cards.

by: Jason Steele | channel: Cars and Transportation, Credit Cards

Credit Card Churning: Making the Most of Bonus Offers

What's better than getting a sweet credit card sign-up bonus? Getting several sign-up bonuses, from extra frequent flier miles to statement credits and more.

by: Jason Steele | channel: Credit Cards

6 Credit Card Services You Don’t (Usually) Need

Credit card companies often try to upsell you on additional services that are straight-up unnecessary. Discover the worst ones to watch out for.

by: Jay Cross | channel: Credit Cards

Chase Freedom Visa Review: $200 Cash Back Bonus

The 5% cash back and other generous bonuses are the main reasons why I've used this card for 6 years.

by: Elizabeth Sanberg | channel: Credit Cards

The Best Credit Card Perks Beyond Points and Miles

As credit cards try harder to get your business, they offer more and more perks. From hotel upgrades to free checked bags, discover what you can get.

by: Jason Steele | channel: Credit Cards, Travel

How to Maximize Your Airline Mileage Redemptions

It's not enough just to earn mileage awards from credit cards — you need to make the most of the miles you earn. Here's how to do it.

by: Jason Steele | channel: Credit Cards, Travel

Best Rewards Card: The Starwood Preferred Guest from American Express

Our travel credit card expert zips around the world for free using by credit card rewards. Learn why this card is the best in his wallet.

by: Jason Steele | channel: Credit Cards, Travel

Using Airline Credit Cards to Score Premium Travel Awards

Want to not just fly for free, but to do it in style? It's possible. Discover how a little planning and the right frequent flier rewards card can make it happen.

by: Jason Steele | channel: Credit Cards, Travel

The Best 0% Balance Transfer Credit Cards

If you're fighting to reduce your credit card debt, a balance transfer card can be a powerful tool. Read this list to find the best card for you.

by: Jason Steele | channel: Credit Cards, Debt Management

How Simplifying Your Accounts Can Improve Your Finances

Discover how you can simplify your life and improve your finances at the same time by minimizing and streamlining your accounts.

by: David Ning | channel: Banking, Credit Cards

How to Get Rid of and Avoid Late Fees

Of all the ways you can waste money, paying late fees is one of the worst. Learn how to never pay another late fee again.

by: Matt Bell | channel: Life Hacks, Banking, Credit Cards

The Best Low Interest Rate Credit Cards

If you need to pay off credit card debt, having a card with a low interest rate can help immensely. Here are your best options.

by: Jason Steele | channel: Credit Cards

5 Best Sign-up Bonuses for Airline Miles Credit Cards

One of the biggest travel credit card benefits is the hefty sign-up bonuses. Learn how to find them, and discover five great bonuses available right now.

by: Jason Steele | channel: Credit Cards, Travel

Which Frequent Flier Program Has the Best Awards Availability?

Sick of blackout dates and high mileage requirements? Discover which frequent flier programs are best — and which ones to leave behind when you fly.

by: Jason Steele | channel: Credit Cards, Travel

Should You Avoid Rewards Cards With Annual Fees?

The common wisdom is that credit cards with annual fees are never worth it, but the truth is that you could be missing out on valuable rewards.

by: Jay Cross | channel: Credit Cards

The Best 5 Credit Cards for Groceries

Food is a huge part of most families' budgets. Maximize your supermarket spending by using one of these great grocery cash-back cards.

by: Elizabeth Sanberg | channel: Credit Cards, Food and Drink, Shopping

The Best Credit Cards for Budget Hotels

Staying at budget hotels is a smart way to travel frugally, and you can stretch your travel dollars even more with these hotel rewards credit cards.

by: Jason Steele | channel: Credit Cards, Travel

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