6 Steps to Giving Your Teen Credit

on August 31, 2012

Giving your teen a credit card can help them become a financially responsible adult – or wreck their credit. Here’s how to make sure they’re on the right path.

Ask an Expert: Getting a Credit Card for Emergencies

on August 31, 2012

A reader is putting her life together after a horrible car accident. Now she’s ready to rebuild her credit. How can a credit card help her?

Credit Unions: Better for College Students – and Many Others

on August 30, 2012

A study of student checking accounts found credit unions usually beat campus banks. Other results: Average credit union rates are better on EVERYTHING, from checking to loans and credit cards.

How Many Credit Scores Do You REALLY Have?

on August 29, 2012

You could have as many as 49 different credit scores. And the one you pay for may not be the same as the one a lender uses to judge your creditworthiness.

People More Happy With Credit Cards

on August 25, 2012

Satisfaction is at a six-year high, thanks mainly to card companies fixing problems more quickly.

Churches Taking Credit Cards

on August 25, 2012

Some things in life are priceless. For everything else, including your place of worship, there’s MasterCard. Visa is OK, too.

Review: Chase Sapphire Credit Card

on August 21, 2012

Chase Sapphire offers flexible reward points with no annual fee. But is it really a good value?

Ask an Expert: Should I Get a Secured Credit Card?

on August 16, 2012

A reader fell behind on her student loans and needs to rebuild her credit. Is a secured credit card the way to go?

Ask an Expert: Best Credit Card After Bankruptcy?

on August 9, 2012

A reader is exiting bankruptcy and looking to re-enter the credit card market. But should she?

Ask an Expert: How a Credit Card Can Help in College

on August 6, 2013

After going into debt traveling the world, a college student is getting serious about cleaning up her finances. Will a credit card help? The answer might surprise you.

6 Reasons the Recent Credit Card Deal Won’t Hurt You

on August 6, 2012

Think you’ll have to pay more fees with the latest news of that big credit card settlement? Think again.

Ask an Expert: Credit Cards for Newlyweds

on August 6, 2012

Jeff is getting married and wants to earn rewards when he pays for his wedding. Which card should he choose?

Review: Hyatt Credit Card From Chase

on August 6, 2012

The Hyatt card can be “suite,” offering you free rooms around the globe. But is it really a good deal?

Ask an Expert: Should I Cancel My Credit Card?

on August 6, 2012

A reader’s husband has a card with a low limit and lots of fees. But will his credit take a hit if he cancels it?

Credit Downgrade of 15 Global Banks Could Cost You

on August 6, 2012

What does it matter if a bank halfway around the world starts having problems? Unfortunately, it could mean higher interest rates for you.

Ask an Expert: How Do I Reduce My Credit Card Debt?

on August 6, 2012

Joanne is stuck paying off credit cards with high interest rates. What should she do? These three things.

Ask an Expert: Which Cash-Back Card Is Best?

on June 18, 2012

Dave is a smart credit card user who never pays interest or annual fees. Which cash-back card will put the most money in his pocket?

5 Ways to Teach Your Child About Credit Cards

on June 13, 2012

Americans always seem to struggle with credit and debt – parents need to teach the next generation to do better.

Credit Card Makeover: Educating James

on June 7, 2012

James is getting an advanced degree, and he also wants to advance his credit score. He’s about to learn how a credit card can help buy a house!

Credit Card Debt? Zero-Percent Balance Transfers Can Help

on June 6, 2012

If you don’t know about zero-percent balance transfer offers, that’s OK. You’re not alone. Here’s a painless way to learn – and save.

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