'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.

Why we love that giddy high of a good card splurge

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.

Credit use by generation: Who's doing the best job?

More Credit Card News Credit Card Help Credit Card Videos Credit Card Statistics Credit Card News  Credit use by generation: Who's doing the best job?  A plan now will avoid winter holiday debt 'Loaded' author: Call them loan cards, not credit cards   Expert Advice   'Cashing In’ by Tony Mecia Card issuers impose limits on rewards card churning Limits make it tougher to churn through credit cards to milk them for sign-up bonuses while ducking the fees.   'Opening Credits’ by Erica Sandberg  New card application may renew debt collection If you have debt in collections, creditors may come calling once they see you are seeking more credit.   'To Her Credit’ by Sally Herigstad  Aging father's big card debt puts his home at risk With equity in his home, he risks creditors slapping a lien on it for repayment, or worse, a forced sale. Taking Charge Blog At music festivals, cashless is all the rage Instead of worrying about losing cards or on-site ATMs with high fees, festivalgoers can focus on the music. Can fintech revolution preserve consumer protections? It may seem like high-tech innovation has swept finance, but most of the advances are overlays on a banking system that remains fundamentally unchanged.  Rate Report  Credit Card Rate Report as of 7/6/16 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.