Survey: High costs are keeping many Americans from summer vacation
A new Bankrate survey reveals 1 in 4 Americans are skipping summer vacation this year, many because they can’t afford it.
5 min read
Apr 25, 2022
Kendall Little
Former Reporter, Credit Cards
Kendall Little is a former personal finance writer covering credit card news and advice at Bankrate. She is originally from metro Atlanta and holds bachelor’s degrees from the University of Georgia in both journalism and film studies.
Before joining Bankrate in August 2018, Kendall worked in digital communications throughout various industries, including education, health care and television. Follow her on Twitter: @kendallnlittle.
Kendall's latest articles
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How can shopping loan rates affect your credit?
Taking on a new loan can impact your credit both during the application process and after approval. Here’s what you need to know.
4 min read Feb 18, 2021 -
Issuers may reduce credit limits for some cardholders amid coronavirus pandemic
Issuers may restrict available credit extended to borrowers; here’s how a lower credit limit could affect you.
3 min read May 27, 2020 -
How you can protect your credit score during the coronavirus pandemic
Economic uncertainty due to coronavirus can impact credit health. Take action to limit the impact and safeguard your score.
9 min read Apr 21, 2020 -
Millions of Americans entered coronavirus pandemic with credit card debt
A new survey from CreditCards.com reveals many Americans already had long-lasting, high-interest debt balances as coronavirus outbreak began.
4 min read Apr 02, 2020 -
Survey: 56 percent of Americans have shared subscription account information
As Americans practice social distancing, streaming services become an even bigger part of our everyday lives. Survey shows that many borrow or share their own subscription account logins.
4 min read Mar 19, 2020 -
How the Fed’s second emergency rate decision impacts your credit card balances
Credit card interest rates likely to drop after the Fed’s rate cut to near-zero, in response to coronavirus threat to public health and the economy.
4 min read Mar 16, 2020 -
Americans are feeling more confident in their ability to pay off debts
Many debtors are confident they’ll make progress towards debt payoff this year. Here are some tips to help you get started.
4 min read Jan 24, 2020
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What to do with an old or expired credit card
Here’s what to consider before you get rid of old credit cards.
5 min read Oct 19, 2024 -
9 common credit card fees and how to avoid them
Avoiding these credit card fees can help you maximize your credit card and maintain great credit long-term.
7 min read Nov 01, 2023 -
What is an unsecured credit card?
Unsecured credit cards don’t require a security deposit for approval and cover a wide range of card types.
6 min read Oct 19, 2023 -
Traveling around the world with credit card points
Points and miles have allowed me to travel across the globe on award bookings. Here’s how you can, too.
7 min read Apr 27, 2023 -
Citi launches new travel portal with Booking.com
Learn more about the new portal, its benefits and perks for select Citi cardholders.
2 min read Mar 21, 2023 -
Can you buy a car with a credit card?
Before you purchase a car with a card to earn rewards or use an introductory offer, consider how it may affect your credit or the cost.
8 min read Mar 17, 2023 -
Why did my credit score drop?
Your credit score may go down for a few reasons, but there are steps you can take today to increase it again.
5 min read Mar 09, 2023 -
Bilt just announced a partnership with Lyft worth 5X points on rideshares
Bilt — the company behind the rewards program that lets you earn on rent payments — just announced a new Lyft rewards category for Bilt Rewards members.
2 min read Mar 08, 2023
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Chase Freedom Flex benefits guide
With its great rewards combined with added benefits, the Freedom Flex could be the perfect cash back card for some spenders.
3 min read Jan 27, 2023 -
Ownerly review: What it is and how it works
Learn more about this digital real estate platform.
4 min read Jan 27, 2023 -
Market confidence rising among home builders
The newest NAHB Housing Market Index shows confidence on the rise.
3 min read Jan 27, 2023 -
Three credit resolutions for 2023
Here are three New Year’s resolutions that will help you improve your credit score in 2023.
5 min read Jan 27, 2023