8 ways to get lower card fees

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Instant credit: Convenience often comes at a price You're sitting at an auto repair shop, your dog's vet or your dental clinic, and you're looking at a bill that you know you can't afford. But they offer a payment plan, so not to worry - right? The truth is, on-the-spot credit often comes at a high price. See the full story

More News U.S. debit or U.S. Visa? EMV debit card payment prompt screens create confusion An EMV debit transaction is essentially the same as a credit transaction: insert your card, follow the payment system's screen prompts, remove card. But some debit card users are asked to choose: U.S. Debit or U.S. Visa? Here's what it means. See the full story

Charged up! podcast: How to live on less Cait Flanders, author of "The Year of Less," was fed up with her debt, lack of savings and out-of-control finances. So she challenged herself to go a whole year without shopping. Here's how it affected her finances, and where her financial health stands now. See the full story

8 ways to slash your credit card fees When it comes to your credit card terms, nothing is nonnegotiable. With the right approach, you may be able to have your interest rates, account fees or even your balance lowered.  See the full story

Expert Q&A Will I lose my elite status if I transfer my airline card's balance? To gauge their elite customers, airlines look at how much money people actually spend with the airline each year. The ones who spend the most get the best upgrades and other perks. So if you transfer your balance, will your elite status disappear? See the full story

Taking Charge: a credit card blog 6 free apps to help you spend less, save more There are tons of ways to manage your finances: software programs, spreadsheets, good ol' pen and paper. But the most convenient for most people: a smartphone app that you can access anytime, anywhere. Here are six of the best (free) finance apps available. See the full story

Product News PenFed launches a new card that rewards users for travel and everyday purchases PenFed has introduced an American Express-branded credit card that rewards cardholders for travel and everyday purchases. Enjoy 4 points per dollar on travel purchases, which include airline tickets and hotel bookings, but also tolls, commuter transportation and taxis, Uber and Lyft purchases. See the full story

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