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More Credit Card News Credit Card Reviews Credit Card Videos Credit Card Statistics Credit Card News  Employers running credit checks must tread carefully  Credit card bill autopayments: tips for getting it right Some major health insurers no longer take credit cards   Expert Advice   'Speaking of Credit’ by Barry Paperno 5 credit scoring head-scratchers Most of the times, scoring rules make sense. Then there are these...   'Opening Credits’ by Erica Sandberg Understanding how a card's billing cycle works Depending on when issuers report to the bureaus will impact credit scores.   'To Her Credit’ by Sally Herigstad  Warn the ex's girlfriend about his IRS tax debt If you and your ex owe the IRS, the new girlfriend deserves to know. Taking Charge Blog Should lenders increase credit card minimum payments? Consumer advocates have argued for years that issuers set minimum payments too low, trapping people into debt. Save money by having groceries delivered? Yes! Grocery delivery services take away the ability to impulse shop, which can save you money, despite delivery fees. Rate Report  Credit Card Rate Report as of 7/28/16 National average 15.18%  Low interest 11.98% Business 13.12% Student 13.42% Balance Transfer 14.38% Airline 15.08% Cash Back 15.32% Reward 15.29% Instant approval 18.04% Bad credit 22.56%     You received this email because you subscribed and chose to receive email correspondence from CreditCards.com. We send only verified opt-in email, specifically requested by our subscribers. We offer two ways to unsubscribe: 1. Email us at newsletter@creditcards.com. 2. Click on the "Unsubscribe" link at bottom of email.

'Plain vanilla' credit cards: 5 reasons to choose one

More Credit Card News Credit Card Reviews Credit Card Videos Credit Card Statistics Credit Card News  'Plain vanilla' credit cards: 5 reasons to choose one  How to remove a personal statement from your credit report When paying off debt becomes an addiction   Expert Advice   'Credit Smart’ by Susan Keating One day late, one dollar short means late fee Paying a bit little, a bit late, will trigger a fee.   'To Her Credit’ by Sally Herigstad  How to graduate from debit-only to being a credit card holder Don't let fear hold you back from opening a credit card. Used properly, they're a useful tool.   'Speaking of Credit’ by Barry Paperno  Authorized user doesn't like the piggyback ride Don't jump off too soon; a close look at the entire credit profile may show it's a net positive. Taking Charge Blog Usernames and passwords, don't slow me down! Blogger Kim Carmona shares why she prefers alternatives to usernames and passwords, such as a four-digit PIN or pattern recognition. Barbie loses material girl image, and her credit card A brand-new Barbie is about to hit store shelves, and she's shed her sparkly, blonde "material girl" image. Rate Report  Credit Card Rate Report as of 7/21/16 National average 15.18%  Low interest 11.98% Business 13.12% Student 13.42% Balance Transfer 14.38% Airline 15.08% Cash Back 15.32% Reward 15.29% Instant approval 18.04% Bad credit 22.56%     You received this email because you subscribed and chose to receive email correspondence from CreditCards.com. We send only verified opt-in email, specifically requested by our subscribers. We offer two ways to unsubscribe: 1. Email us at newsletter@creditcards.com. 2. Click on the "Unsubscribe" link at bottom of email.

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More Credit Card News Credit Card Reviews Credit Card Videos Credit Card Statistics Credit Card News  Why we love that giddy high of a good card splurge  How to get free stays and perks faster with hotel rewards Credit paranoia or credit smart? Which precautions are worth it   Expert Advice   'Opening Credits’ by Erica Sandburg Unpaid fees from canceled card can end up in collection When a card is canceled, triple-check that no balance remains.   'To Her Credit’ by Sally Herigstad  Volunteering for jail isn't the answer to debt When debt gets deep, don't despair there's help.   'Your Business Credit’ by Elaine Pofeldt   Business partner's personal debts on card may be grounds for suit Authorized users are normally not liable for card debts, but there is still an option for legal recourse. Taking Charge Blog Street performers now take tips via credit card No need to dig in your pockets or purse to tip buskers; they may take plastic. Despite good credit, I got socked with a high APR card The APR I recieved was almost as high as the average APR for cardholders with bad credit and well above what my other credit cards charge. Rate Report  Credit Card Rate Report as of 7/14/16 National average 15.18%  Low interest 11.98% Business 13.12% Student 13.42% Balance Transfer 14.38% Airline 15.08% Cash Back 15.32% Reward 15.29% Instant approval 18.04% Bad credit 22.56%     You received this email because you subscribed and chose to receive email correspondence from CreditCards.com. We send only verified opt-in email, specifically requested by our subscribers. We offer two ways to unsubscribe: 1. Email us at newsletter@creditcards.com. 2. Click on the "Unsubscribe" link at bottom of email.