Credit Card Advice

Latest credit card advice articles

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  Do preapproved credit card offers affect your credit?

  Preapproved credit offers help you figure out if you are eligible for a credit card, but do they impact your credit score?

  3 min read Aug 30, 2022
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  What is credit card churning?

  Signing up for too many cards to score welcome bonuses can be dangerous

  4 min read Aug 29, 2022
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  Should you pay bills with a credit card?

  Earn valuable rewards paying your bills with a card, but make sure you understand the fees and more.

  6 min read Aug 26, 2022
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  5 things you should know before you co-sign a credit card

  Agreeing to co-sign for a loved one may feel good, but it’s a really stupid idea.

  6 min read Aug 26, 2022
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  Credit card protection: What is it and is it worth it?

  Credit card protection insurance can help preserve your credit’s health in a pinch.

  5 min read Aug 11, 2022
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  Can you go to jail for credit card debt?

  You won’t necessarily go to jail for credit card debt, but you may end up in court.

  4 min read Aug 04, 2022
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  Why do debit and credit cards have expiration dates?

  The expiration date for your card helps keep your information secure and in good condition.

  4 min read Jul 29, 2022
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  What’s the minimum age for an authorized user?

  One way parents can begin the conversation with their children about credit is by adding them to their existing credit card accounts as authorized users.

  5 min read Jun 20, 2022
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  Card locks: What they are and how they work

  You can use card locks to prevent purchases on your credit card.

  4 min read Jun 08, 2022
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  What are contactless credit cards?

  Contactless payments are becoming more common as consumers become familiar with the no-touch form of payment.

  4 min read May 23, 2022
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  “Can I have $20?”: When to give your child a debit card

  Managing a debit card can provide valuable financial lessons, but it’s important to make sure your child is ready.

  6 min read May 20, 2022
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  How to teach your teenager about financial responsibility

  Are you ready to teach your teens about earning, spending, saving and investing? Greenlight can make the process easy and fun.

  5 min read May 20, 2022
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  Best new credit cards in 2021

  Card issuers have come up with new credit cards and refreshed old offers over the last year.

  6 min read Apr 22, 2022
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  Best of Genesis Financial Solutions card services

  Genesis Financial Solutions provides credit card options for those with poor credit.

  3 min read Apr 06, 2022
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  Visa credit card benefits: What’s the difference between Visa Traditional, Signature and Infinite?

  The differences between these Visa credit card tiers lie in the extra benefits.

  9 min read Apr 01, 2022
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  Guide to American Express purchase protection

  Gain protection against damage or theft for items you pay for with your card.

  5 min read Mar 30, 2022
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  How to cancel a credit card without hurting your credit score

  Canceling a credit card delivers a hit to your credit score, but you can minimize the damage. Here’s how.

  3 min read Mar 29, 2022
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  Should I pay my mortgage with a credit card?

  It’s possible to pay your mortgage with a credit card, but you’ll face some obstacles, namely in fees an potential interest charges. This type of payment could also impact your credit score.

  5 min read Mar 28, 2022
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  Capital One Refer a Friend: Earn up to $500

  You can earn extra rewards through Capital One just by referring your friends. Here’s how the issuer’s Refer a Friend program works.

  2 min read Mar 23, 2022
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  Residual interest: What you need to know

  If you’re carrying a balance on your credit card, residual interest can easily sneak up on you when trying to pay it off.

  4 min read Mar 21, 2022