Balance Transfer Advice
Read the latest advice from the Bankrate team on balance transfers — include who should get a balance transfer credit card, how to execute a balance transfer and everything in between.
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Best balance transfer cards with no balance transfer fee
Learn our picks for the best balance transfer cards with no balance transfer fee.
4 min read Dec 13, 2023 -
How to do a balance transfer with American Express
Learn about balance transfers with Amex and which cards include intro APR offers.
6 min read Dec 07, 2023 -
How to do a balance transfer with Bank of America
Pay down debt with a Bank of America credit card balance transfer.
7 min read May 13, 2024 -
How to do a balance transfer with Chase
Find out everything you need to know about transferring a balance with Chase.
6 min read Apr 23, 2024 -
How to do a balance transfer with Wells Fargo
A balance transfer credit card can help you consolidate and pay down your existing credit card balances. Learn how to do a balance transfer with Wells Fargo.
7 min read Dec 05, 2023 -
Why I’m considering a balance transfer card to pay off my travel card debt
How I’m prepping to use a balance transfer card to pay off my travel card balance.
5 min read Nov 16, 2023 -
Upgrade Cash Rewards Elite Visa benefits guide
The new Upgrade Cash Rewards Elite Visa combines features of both a personal loan and traditional credit card — and also offers rewards on purchases.
3 min read Nov 07, 2023 -
Best business balance transfer cards
Here’s what you need to know about the best cards in this niche.
5 min read Mar 08, 2024 -
Chase Slate vs. Chase Freedom Flex
Chase Slate Edge and Chase Freedom are two good credit cards that serve vastly different purposes.
8 min read Apr 23, 2024 -
Discover it Cash Back vs. Discover it Balance Transfer
Learn more about which Discover credit card suits your credit card goals
5 min read Oct 31, 2023 -
Should you pay off debt with the BankAmericard?
With an intro APR for balance transfers and no annual fee, the BankAmericard is a good option for paying down debt.
6 min read Feb 28, 2024 -
Capital One Quicksilver vs. Discover it Balance Transfer
The Quicksilver vs. the Discover it Balance Transfer comes down to which card has the best rewards structure and 0 percent intro APR offer.
6 min read Oct 24, 2023 -
Can you pay off your Apple Card with a balance transfer?
Find out if you can pay off your Apple Card with a balance transfer.
5 min read Oct 19, 2023 -
Here’s why you should use the Citi Diamond Preferred Card for balance transfers
Here’s why using the Citi Diamond Preferred Card for Balance Transfers makes sense.
5 min read Feb 14, 2024 -
Why the Citi Rewards+ is a good card for everyday purchases
The Citi Rewards+ Card comes with no annual fee and earns 2X ThankYou Points on gas and groceries.
5 min read Jan 18, 2024 -
Discover it Cash Back vs. Citi Diamond Preferred: Which is better for a balance transfer?
A balance transfer credit card can be a valuable tool when you need to pay off debt.
6 min read Oct 04, 2023 -
BankAmericard benefits guide
This guide outlines the major advantages this credit card has to offer.
4 min read Feb 09, 2024 -
How to get rid of credit card debt
Here are some strategies to reduce debt, lower your interest rates and begin your journey toward a debt-free life.
5 min read Aug 08, 2023 -
Can you pay a credit card with another credit card?
Credit card debt can be tricky, but a balance transfer card may be able to help.
5 min read Jul 28, 2023 -
BankAmericard vs. Citi Diamond Preferred
Both the BankAmericard and the Citi Diamond Preferred are good options for a balance transfer card.
4 min read Aug 09, 2023