Credit card purchase protection
Some credit cards provide purchase protection and transaction dispute programs that can shield you from losing money if an item is...
The Federal Reserve raised interest rates again. Now what?
But, now that the rates are increasing at a pace not seen in decades, what do you need to think about...
5 times your credit card will come in handy
Credit cards can't save everybody, in every situation, but they can come in awfully handy in certain kinds of jams.
What do you do when you lose a credit card on vacation?
You hear about other people losing their credit card. You never think it'll happen to you, especially on a family vacation....
Is it time to upgrade your credit card?
You may be able to upgrade your current account for more perks and better rates
What is a credit card grace period?
A grace period is the time between your credit card statement closing date and when your bill is due. In most...
Are you passing bad credit habits on to your kids?
Your kids, especially teenagers and college students, may be learning more from watching your credit habits than you realize.
First person: 5 stupid things to do with your credit card
About 30 years ago, after graduating from college, I applied for my first credit card, and then I soon applied for...
Sally Herigstad
Sally brings her expertise as a retired CPA and over 20 years as a personal financial advice writer and columnist. She...
TJ Porter
TJ is a Boston-based writer who focuses on credit cards, credit and bank accounts. He graduated from Northeastern University with a...