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When a card payment is late, paying within 30 days can help you avoid a credit hit, and ca...
Yes, you can use a credit card to pay your medical bills—but should you? Consider these fa...
If you have had a billing issue resolve after requesting a chargeback, this is how you can...
Here's a list of the common credit card fees you should look out for, how they work and wh...
Want your own credit card but don't have enough income to apply? You can use your spouse's...
Getting prequalified or preapproved for a loan or credit card can give you an estimated of...
Zero liability fraud protection means that if someone uses your credit card without your a...
A chargeback is a valuable tool you can use to reverse a fraudulent charge on your credit ...
A Schumer box is a summary of a credit card's rates and fees. Think of it as a consumer-fr...
When your credit card application is denied, alternatives include getting a secured credit...
Store credit cards can help you save money or build credit, but they tend to have high int...
If the store whose store credit card you have is closing, here's what to know about repayi...
When facing a financial emergency, a cash advance can seem like a good idea, but is it? He...
A credit card with an introductory 0% annual percentage rate (APR) can help you pay down h...
Even if you don't have a Social Security number, you may be able to apply for a credit car...
A credit card extended warranty lengthens the manufacturer's warranty and may eliminate th...
Need to pay your credit card bill in cash this month? Here's how to make this type of paym...
Without notice, your credit card company can reduce your credit limit or shut down your ac...
Every secured credit card requires a security deposit to secure the account. But you may h...
Can you pay off your buy now, pay later account with a credit card? Yes, but consider thes...
If you’re not sure whether you can get approved for a card, consider using the card issuer...
Accidentally overpaying a credit card can be annoying, but it's one credit misstep that wo...
Credit cards offer benefits including convenience, rewards and can even save money on inte...
Your credit card bill is due like usual even if you're waiting for a refund. Try to pay it...
Your current balance is different from your statement balance, which is the amount you owe...
If you get denied for a credit card, the card issuer is required to tell you why. Using th...
It's tempting to use your credit card for unexpected expenses. But instead of turning to y...
Noticed changes to your credit card terms? Credit card issuers can update account terms, b...
Using a credit score for everyday purchases can help you earn rewards and build credit, bu...
Paying finance charges won't improve your credit score directly, but it does bring down yo...
Credit card surcharges can increase your bill by up to 4%. Find out how they work and wher...
You may be able to request a lower interest rate if you're experiencing a financial hardsh...
If you’re considering applying for your first credit card, this guide will help you learn ...
Your credit card's average daily balance could impact how much you pay in interest. Here's...
Large purchases that max out your card and transactions that incur extra processing fees a...
Breaking a credit card habit requires more than just saying no. Try these five tips to sta...
If you want to increase your available credit, you may wonder if it’s better to request a ...
A credit card can help you save time and money, build credit and earn rewards, and it offe...
Worried the credit card you're considering is a dud? You can find clues in a card's terms ...
Several major credit card issuers offer installment plans, which let you move an eligible ...
Credit card installment plans offer some flexibility with certain purchases, but they don’...
Your credit card's billing cycle, or billing period, is the time between its statements' c...
Credit card due dates aren't always set in stone. You may be able to change a credit card ...
Your credit limit may be at risk if you rarely use your card or have trouble paying your b...
Using a personal credit card for business expenses is possible, but you’ll miss out on a l...
While credit cards can provide a great way to earn rewards on your everyday spending and g...
Overspending on your credit card can cause damage to your finances and credit. Here’s how ...
Your available credit is what you have left to spend in any given billing cycle. But shoul...
Unsecured cards are the standard credit cards, while secured cards may help people build o...
Here are some common credit card terms you should know to avoid fees and extra charges. Le...
Credit card networks help people make purchases around the world, but how do they work?
If your credit card is discontinued, there may be a few things that happen. Here’s what to...
Credit card issuers provide credit cards to consumers, but they don’t process your everyda...
Store cards may offer special financing and free shipping for appliances, but there are dr...
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