Credit Card News & Advice

As a parent, you want to protect your child from all of life's perils. While you might be on the lookout for bullies and strangers, fraud and identity theft might not be on your radar. But they should be."Risk is part of parenting," says…

The Federal Reserve, known as the Fed, raised interest rates for the 10th straight time on May 3. It's possible this could be the last increase for a while, but at this point, your credit card debt is a lot more expensive than you ever…

Some of the links on this site contain offers from our partners. The offers in this article may be expired or currently unavailable. Some credit cards come with firm limits tied to factors such as your income and credit history.…

Building credit from scratch can be challenging, and rebuilding credit after some missteps can feel like an insurmountable task. Credit cards can be a great way to establish a positive credit history because you can do it without paying…

If you see an account in collections on your credit report, it's understandable to feel stressed. Collections, even when paid, can potentially lower your credit score and impact your approval odds for mortgages, auto loans and credit…

A February survey from U.S. News & World Report shows that nearly half of survey respondents believe carrying a balance on a credit card improves your credit score. Fortunately, almost 52% know that it doesn't raise your score. And when…

A good credit score can be the key to accessing many things in life, from better rates on loans to higher credit limits and even apartments. A low credit score or minimal credit history could leave you with more locked doors than keys.…

Credit card fraud was the most frequent type of fraud reported in 2022, according to the Federal Trade Commission. The total loss due to credit card fraud? A whopping $219 million. While it's important to know what steps to take if you're a…

If you've ever received blank checks in the mail from your credit card company, chances are they were credit card convenience checks. These checks allow you to access your line of credit – but often at a high cost. Before you write…

Some of the links on this site contain offers from our partners. If you love to travel outside the U.S., watch out for credit card foreign transaction fees.A foreign transaction fee is a charge that credit card issuers sometimes add to…