3 reasons you need more than one credit card
Having more than one credit card could mean higher rewards, a higher credit score and just all-around better options. Here's what...
Can credit cards help save for college?
If you've got kids, or if you intend to go back to school yourself, a qualified "529" college savings plan can...
Looking at the past, present, future of women’s financial independence
Fifty years ago, women lacked a lot of the financial independence they enjoy today. CardRatings looks at the past, present and...
What do banks know about you and should you care?
If you've ever thought about keeping a diary, rest assured you don't need to. Just hang onto your bank and credit...
6 credit cards for students with no credit
The time has come for you to embark on your college journey. If you're a traditional student, that likely means you're...
Before you say yes to a store credit card
Store credit cards can be great deals - especially for the stores.
5 credit report items that won’t affect your score
Your credit report may be canon when it comes to predicting your worthiness as a borrower, but there are actually some...
Cash back credit cards that earn 5% back or more
We all love earning cash back. And why not? It's basically free money for making purchases we were already planning to...
Shaky job? 7 ways to manage your credit
If you lose your job, or you suspect you're about to, should you lose your credit cards too?
Best and worst states for credit conditions, 2020 study
How is your state doing when it comes to credit? Does that have anything to do with how it voted in...