Cash Back Credit Cards

According to a 2012 financial literacy survey conducted by Harris Interactive, fewer than half of Americans track their expenses as part of a monthly household budget. Researchers from Rasmussen Reports reported similar findings in their own survey, adding that many of us without personal budgets rely on credit cards or personal savings when our paychecks [...]

Pay for your everyday purchases with a plain vanilla debit or credit card, and you could be leaving as much as 6 percent of your household budget in the cashier’s till each month. Our survey of the market’s best cash back credit cards reminds us that you can earn some significant rebates, just by focusing [...]

Whether you're celebrating spring break as an actual student, or you're young in spirit, we can suggest six of the best credit cards to help keep you from losing your shirt. At least, a shirt you don't want to lose… Best credit card for spreading out spring break travel costs If you've already splurged on airfare and [...]

With 2011 being a banner year for credit card issuers offering juicy rewards promotions, you're likely to see that trend continue in 2012. Banks are expected to roll out a dizzying array of credit card offers this year. Perhaps none will be more tempting than rewards credit cards that promise cash back on everyday purchases, cash [...]

If you've been getting weary from the cat-and-mouse games with credit card issuers, you'll be pleased to hear that you may finally have the upper hand--at least when it comes to these credit cards. These credit card issuers are so anxious for your business that they're willing to pay you to sign up for their [...]

Is there anything better than using your credit card and getting cash back? If you have excellent credit (in some cases, you only need good credit) and you pay off your balance in full every month, one of these cards might be a perfect fit for you. Capital One® Cash Rewards - $100 Cash Back Bonus This [...]

Airline reward credit cards may lure you in with promises of big bonuses and double miles, but savvy consumers know to look for the fine print. In many cases, you might reap more benefits by trading your airline reward credit card for a cash back credit card.Sky-High Annual Fees on Many Airline Credit Cards Airlines and credit [...]

Officials at Discover Card have pulled out all the stops to make this holiday season a rewarding one for their cardholders. Back in August, company representatives told reporters that a series of promotions would highlight their card's added value, especially during a tighter-than-usual holiday season. With some advance planning, shoppers can swipe their Discover Cards and earn [...]

Savvy consumers should carefully consider the following disadvantages and advantages of airline reward credit cards. It may be possible to reap more benefits by trading your airline reward credit card in for a cash back credit card. Most airline reward credit cards come with annual fees and these fees can be steep. Airline reward cards that [...]

How does a little extra cash in your pocket sound? Maybe you could use it for a nice dinner out on your birthday, a movie night with that special someone, a rainy day shopping spree, college savings for you or your child, or even to pay down your mortgage. Keep dreaming because if you had [...]