9 apps to help you get out of debt

More Credit Card News Credit Card Reviews Credit Card Videos Credit Card Statistics Credit Card News  9 free or cheap apps to help you get out of debt  Wells Fargo's huge fine: Inside the numbers Demystifying 5 common credit misconceptions   Expert Advice   'Cashing In’ by Tony Mecia Making the most of flexible airline rewards programs Several programs allow transfers to airlines and hotels, and there may be more possibilities than you realize.   'Opening Credits’ by Erica Sandberg Father gives son a credit card, then ruins his kid's credit Was son an authorized user, or a victim of familiar fraud?   'Credit Smarts’ by Susan Keating   To escape from crummy cards, you need a plan Get basic good credit behavior down pat; worry about the nuances later. Taking Charge Blog Consumers to affirm card love in February with $1 trillion in debt What would you like for Valentine’s Day? How about a $1 trillion credit card debt? Beware letters claiming quick, easy debt relief They’re some of the strangest letters blogger Susan Ladika has ever received - letters from two unnamed companies claiming they can slash her supposed debt. Rate Report  Credit Card Rate Report as of 9/16/16 National average 15.22%  Low interest 11.98% Business 13.12% Student 13.42% Balance Transfer 14.39% Airline 15.13% Cash Back 15.33% Reward 15.30% Instant approval 18.04% Bad credit 22.86%     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.

Study: Credit card agreements unreadable to most Americans

More Credit Card News Credit Card Reviews Credit Card Videos Credit Card Statistics Credit Card News  Study: Credit card agreements unreadable to most Americans  Poll: Americans don't read or understand credit card agreements Readability battle: Card agreements versus Harry Potter   Expert Advice   'Cashing In’ by Tony Mecia Save money on gas, at Costco and elsewhere? You can use the new Costco card at the pump, but there are other ways to save on gas.   'To Her Credit’ by Sally Herigstad Living together doesn't create common-law marriage or debt liability Keeping accounts separate can protect funds in case partner is sued for repayment.   'Speaking of Credit’ by Barry Paperno  If credit score disappears, here's how to get it back Inactivity can cause your credit score to vanish. Taking Charge Blog 6 questions to ask when choosing a rewards card When applying for a rewards card, it pays to think carefully about how and when you’ll use it. Reserve is so hot Chase is issuing temporary cards The new Chase Sapphire Reserve rewards card is so popular the issuer has run out of the special metal cards. Rate Report  Credit Card Rate Report as of 9/9/16 National average 15.22%  Low interest 11.98% Business 13.12% Student 13.42% Balance Transfer 14.39% Airline 15.13% Cash Back 15.33% Reward 15.30% Instant approval 18.04% Bad credit 22.86%     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.

6 favors you can ask of your credit card issuer

More Credit Card News Credit Card Reviews Credit Card Videos Credit Card Statistics Credit Card News  6 favors you can ask of your credit card issuer  Don't fall victim to these 7 credit card timing mistakes Yes, the holiday layaway season has already started   Expert Advice   'Cashing In’ by Tony Mecia Which cards maximize rewards at grocery stores? Having the right rewards card can beat couponing.   'Opening Credits’ by Erica Sandberg Creating a credit history for kids under 10 is too early Wait until kids hit their teens to add them as authorized users to your card.   'Speaking of Credit’ by Barry Paperno  Removing yourself as an authorized user Ending the "piggyback" ride from a person with great credit can impact score. Taking Charge Blog 4 money apps every college student needs There are apps to help college students find their classes, track their friends' locations and exercise. But what about apps to help them with finances? Yo ho ho and a bottle of web-enabled rum The Internet of Things (IoT) puts technology into everything. The latest thing you can interact with: rum. Rate Report  Credit Card Rate Report as of 9/2/16 National average 15.22%  Low interest 11.98% Business 13.12% Student 13.42% Balance Transfer 14.39% Airline 15.13% Cash Back 15.32% Reward 15.30% Instant approval 18.04% Bad credit 22.86%     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.