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U.S. Household Credit Card Debt Continues to Grow

Kat Tretina June 19, 2019 • 3 Minute Read
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Credit cards can be excellent tools — they’re convenient, and you can earn valuable rewards like cash back or airline miles. However, credit cards can cause problems, too. If used incorrectly, credit cards can lead you into debt.
Lowe’s Advantage Card Review

Holly Johnson June 17, 2019 • 5 Minute Read
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If you spend a lot of money on home improvement supplies at Lowe’s, you may be wondering if the Lowe’s Advantage Card is worth signing up for. This card gives you 5% off all purchases made with your account in the store, after all. This generous discount could easily lead to thousands of dollars in savings over time depending on how much you spend in the store.
5 Ways Credit Cards Can Impact Your FICO scores

Kat Tretina June 10, 2019 • 3 Minute Read
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Credit cards play a big role in establishing your credit score. If used wisely, credit cards can positively impact your credit. But, at the same time, credit card mistakes can be costly in the form of a damaged credit report.
Best Buy Visa® Card Review

Holly Johnson June 7, 2019 • 5 Minute Read
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If you constantly find yourself at Best Buy stores when you’re ready to purchase appliances, electronics, and gadgets for all your home entertainment needs, you may be wondering if the Best Buy Visa® Card is worth it.
Sam's Club® Mastercard® Review

Holly Johnson June 5, 2019 • 5 Minute Read
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If you spend a lot of time at Sam’s Club and prefer to shop there instead of at traditional grocery stores, you may want to consider picking up the Sam's Club® Mastercard®. This card offers exceptional rewards on Sam’s Club gas purchases along with travel and dining spending, and all with no annual fee.
Citi® / AAdvantage® Platinum Select® World Elite Mastercard® Review

Holly Johnson May 29, 2019 • 5 Minute Read
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The Citi® / AAdvantage® Platinum Select® World Elite Mastercard® is a popular option among airline credit cards for a few reasons. Not only can you earn a big signup bonus with this card, but you can redeem your miles for flights around the globe.
United Explorer Card Review: Maximizing Your Benefits

Kat Tretina May 29, 2019 • 4 Minute Read
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If you regularly fly on United flights, you’ve likely heard about the United Explorer card and may be considering adding it to your wallet. But is it worth it?
Rewards Credit Cards Overview: 5 Types of Cards and How They Work

Holly Johnson May 25, 2019 • 8 Minute Read
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If you have ever wanted to travel the world, earn cash back for a rainy day, or rack up points good for gift cards or merchandise, a rewards credit card might be exactly what you need. After signing up a for rewards card, you can easily earn 1-5 points worth of cash back, gift cards, merchandise, or travel rewards for each dollar you spend.
Swiping With Care: 10 Ways To Use Credit Cards Responsibly

Natalie Hollingshead May 24, 2019 • 4 Minute Read
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Swiping a credit card with reckless abandonment may feel fun and carefree — until you get your bill in the mail. The elation you feel with every purchase can quickly turn to despair if you’ve inadvertently stacked up debt you aren’t able to immediately repay. Make your credit cards work for you, not against you, by following these 10 best practices for using credit cards responsibly.