Cash Back Advice
Cash back credit cards can be a great way to earn on your every day spending. Most cards let you redeem for statement credits, direct deposit, gift cards and more. Check out our latest guides below.
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Do we still love our credit cards? Bankrate staff weigh in on their card relationships
Here’s how Bankrate editors feel about their credit cards.
5 min read Mar 05, 2024 -
How do cash back sites work?
Retailers pay a commission to cash back sites as you make qualifying purchases.
5 min read May 14, 2024 -
How to choose a 0% APR credit card
Learn about what key factors to consider before choosing a 0 percent APR credit card.
6 min read Jun 20, 2024 -
How to keep earning lots of points beyond your card’s welcome bonus
Credit card welcome bonuses are a great way to give your point balance a substantial boost.
8 min read Jun 06, 2024 -
Achieve New Year’s goals with these cards
Earn credit card rewards on spending you’re already doing.
7 min read Jun 19, 2024 -
5 reasons to love Chase Freedom Flex
Consider the Chase Freedom Flex if you want optimal rewards with no annual fee.
4 min read Apr 23, 2024 -
4 ways to use credit cards to achieve your 2024 goals
Whatever your 2024 goals, your credit cards can provide valuable data.
6 min read May 23, 2024 -
Who should get the U.S. Bank Cash+ Visa Signature card?
It’s great for customization fans, but it requires more maintenance than most cards.
4 min read Jan 08, 2024 -
A small-business owner’s guide to credit card rewards
Business credit cards can be quite lucrative with the right spending strategy.
5 min read Apr 04, 2024 -
Amex Blue Cash Preferred benefits guide
The Amex Blue Cash Preferred offers exceptional rewards for groceries, gas and transit. Find out about all the other benefits this card offers and how to maximize its perks.
4 min read Mar 27, 2024 -
Chase Freedom Flex: Unique travel perks for a cash back card
This hybrid rewards card is perfect for travel or cash back. Find out how the points work.
4 min read Apr 23, 2024 -
Why I love the Citi Double Cash Card
With the Citi Double Cash, earn 1 percent when you buy and 1 percent when you pay.
3 min read May 14, 2024 -
What counts as “entertainment” on the Capital One Savor cards?
Learn more about the Capital One Savor cards’ entertainment category.
5 min read Dec 06, 2023 -
Chase Freedom Flex vs. Chase Sapphire Preferred
Find out which Chase credit card is best for your spending habits.
7 min read May 13, 2024 -
How the Bank of America Customized Cash Rewards card’s category selection works
How to use the Bank of America Customized Cash Rewards card’s category selection.
6 min read Nov 22, 2023 -
Amex Blue Business Cash Card benefits guide
The Amex Blue Business Cash Card comes with handy benefits, including a $250 welcome bonus, 0% intro APR and no annual fee.
4 min read Nov 21, 2023 -
Chase Freedom Unlimited: Ways to use the $200 cash sign-up bonus
The cash bonus can be redeemed for a cash deposit, statement credits, gift cards, charity donations and more.
5 min read Apr 23, 2024 -
Can you earn rewards on train travel?
If you travel by train, you could also plan to earn rewards on the travel
7 min read Oct 24, 2023 -
Best cash back credit card bonus offers
Check out some of the best cash back cards available and their bonuses.
8 min read Mar 05, 2024 -
Discover it® Cash Back card benefits guide
The Discover it Cash Back benefits include rewards, introductory APR offer for purchases and balance transfers and others.
5 min read Mar 27, 2024