Five Signs that You are a Credit Abuser

on March 20, 2015

Here are the red flags that suggest you might want to reel in your use of credit.

Americans’ Favorite Credit Card Issuers

on March 19, 2015

Cardholders continue to give Discover and American Express top satisfaction ratings.

12 Great Reasons to Drop Your Bank and Join a Credit Union

on March 11, 2015

Credit unions are no longer exclusive clubs. Now, just about anyone can join. They are attracting more members looking for ways to save money on banking and borrowing.

5 Credit Cards Tips for Trips Abroad

on March 5, 2015

When on the road, here’s how to get the adventure without suffering outrageous credit card fees, fraud or theft.

Whacky Reasons For Delaying Credit Card Payments

on February 27, 2015

Weird, and expensive, justifications that don’t really hold up under the light of financial logic.

9 Reasons to Love Credit Unions (And Not Big Banks)

on February 18, 2015

Credit unions exist to serve their members. What big bank can say that?

A Bold Bid For Your Business: Credit Card Reward$ Via ATM

on February 11, 2015

Participating Wells Fargo Rewards Program cardholders can withdraw $20 in rewards at a time.

How Paying Off Student Loans Can Lower Your Credit Score

on February 2, 2015

Paying off student loans is worthy of a celebration, but you’ll want to be strategic about it. Here’s why.

Prepare For Takeoff! Top Picks in Airline Credit Cards

on September 16, 2020

Of the myriad choices, here are five of the best airline credit card deals to suit different travel styles.

Ask Stacy: Why Won’t My Credit Score Go Up?

on April 30, 2020

There are lots of fixes for a bad credit score, such as lowering your credit utilization ratio. But the most effective thing you can do? Pay your bills on time and be patient.

The 10 States With the Highest Credit Card Delinquency Rates

on January 1, 2015

Missing credit card bill payments will seriously hurt your credit score, but the sooner you get back on track, the less of an impact it will have.

8 Benefits of Prepaid Debit Cards

on December 30, 2014

Prepaid debit cards have been criticized for having excessive fees, but that doesn’t mean that some aren’t worth considering. Here’s why.

Here’s Why Hotels Put That Mysterious ‘Hold’ on Your Credit Card

on December 11, 2014

Many hotels place a pending charge on your credit card that’s far in excess of the cost of the room.

5 Ways Your Kid Can Hurt Your Credit

on November 20, 2014

Don’t let your children ruin the good credit score you’ve worked hard to build. Here’s what you can do to prevent it from happening.

The 14 Best Black Friday Ads So Far

on November 13, 2014

Staples stunned with the cheapest laptop in history, but Target and Best Buy are leading the charge with TV doorbusters.

Protect Your Holiday Travel for Free By Paying With the Right Credit Card

on November 4, 2014

Your card may provide great protection in the event your flight is canceled or your baggage is mislaid.

Are the New, ‘Safer’ Credit Cards Already Vulnerable?

on November 3, 2014

Recent incidents expose vulnerabilities of chip-and-PIN credit card technology. You have to wonder: Can any system keep us safe from fraud?

Pop Quiz: Can a Store Force You to Spend $10 to Use a Credit Card?

on October 17, 2014

We recently stopped people on the street to test their knowledge of credit cards. Take this quick test to see if you’re up to speed when it comes to that plastic in your pocket or purse.

How Do Credit Report Errors Happen?

on October 16, 2014

If you have seen wrong information on your credit report — and plenty of people have — you’ve probably wondered how it got there.

Avoid Airline Fees with Airline Co-Branded Credit Cards

on September 23, 2014

These cards generally come with annual fees (sometimes waived in the first year) so you need to do the math to make sure having the card is worthwhile.

301 - 320 of 1,742