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September will be a key month for COVID credit card promotions
Amid the COVID-19 crisis, one of the silver linings in the credit card world has been the many “new normal” promotions that card issuers have rolled out. In June, a Bankrate survey found 81 percent [...]
3 min read Sep 01, 2020 -
3 surprises about credit cards and COVID-19
It has been about five months since the COVID-19 pandemic ramped up in the U.S. So far, there have been three credit card developments that have really surprised me. Keeping up with the bills Back in March, [...]
3 min read Aug 03, 2020 -
How to use a credit card chargeback to get refunded for canceled events
A chargeback on your credit card is one way to get a refund when your event is canceled.
4 min read May 27, 2020 -
Survey: Despite safety concerns, 64% of U.S. cardholders save their information online
Saving payment info online is convenient, but many Americans still worry about safety.
5 min read Oct 24, 2019 -
Boost your credit score by self-reporting
A proactive approach can help consumers build a credit score when their payment history is thin.
4 min read Sep 10, 2019 -
Confused about business credit cards? We’ve got the answers.
You could be on the hook for the debt, so weigh the costs and risks of a company card.
4 min read Sep 24, 2018 -
Does debt consolidation hurt credit?
You’ll need a financial plan in place, otherwise debt consolidation may be bad for your credit score in the long run. Here’s what you need to know.
6 min read Feb 11, 2016