4 Reasons You Should Switch Credit Cards

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If you’re like many Americans — 32 million to be exact — you haven’t changed your preferred credit card company in at least 10 years. But there are some compelling reasons to consider switching up your favorite piece of plastic.

Many of today’s cards come with enhanced rewards and generous sign-up bonuses. Here are three possible benefits of switching credit cards:

1. A better rate

Is your credit health better than it was when you got your current credit card or last searched for a new piece of plastic? If so, you might be able to score a lower interest rate and better terms with a new card than you’re currently getting.

In addition, if you have good credit and you’re carrying a balance on your favorite card, you can save some serious dough with a credit card that offers zero percent introductory rates on balance transfers.

2. Improved rewards

Many card companies offer sign-up bonuses, cash back and air miles. Some cards even come with free perks like rental car insurance and extended warranties. Get tips on “Ways to Play (and Win!) the Credit Card Rewards Game.”

3. Reduced fees

If you’re forking over a hefty annual fee for your preferred credit card, this is a great time to shop around for a new credit card — preferably one with no fee whatsoever.

However, there are times when it might make sense to pay the fee. As Money Talks News contributor Maryalene Laponsie wrote in “10 Key Facts to Test Your Credit Card IQ“:

A few years back, I interviewed a frequent flier who told me he happily paid somewhere in the ballpark of $400 annually for his premier airline card. It was money well-spent because it included a sky club membership valued at somewhere around $700 per year.

If you’re thinking of switching cards, just make sure you don’t fall for these “5 Sneaky Credit Card Company Tricks.”

4. We make it easy to switch

Perhaps you are persuaded by any or all of the above reasons to switch cards, but you still see the entire process as a major hassle. Fortunately, we can eliminate that concern. Just stop by our Solutions Center and check out our credit card comparison tool.

There, you can search for the best card in more than a dozen different categories, including:

  • Travel rewards
  • Cash back
  • 0% APR
  • No annual fee

How long have you had your favorite credit card? Comment below or on Facebook.

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