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Credit card rewards under scrutiny: Does it make sense to cash in your rewards right away?

By Holly Johnson | Updated on July 31, 2025

What's the best way to redeem credit card rewards? That really depends on who you ask.

By Michelle Lambright Black | Updated on July 29, 2025

Below are some of the smartest ways a travel credit card can help you save, both before your trip starts and...

By Holly Johnson | Updated on July 24, 2025

But, when my Capital One Venture X renewed about a month ago, I thought about it for a while and decided...

By Holly Johnson | Updated on July 24, 2025

But, some credit card benefits are more important to me than others, mostly because they actually help me save money. And...

By John Schmoll | Updated on July 22, 2025

Although it's not as common today, you may want to consider notifying your credit card company that you're traveling. The last...

By Michelle Lambright Black | Updated on July 21, 2025

Universal Orlando’s new Epic Universe opened in May 2025 to massive crowds and rave reviews. But while Epic Universe is a...

By Holly Johnson | Updated on July 16, 2025

Another big change applies to travel redemptions across the issuer's entire fleet of cards. Instead of offering 1.25 to 1.5 cents...

By Choncé Maddox | Updated on July 16, 2025

Here are some of the best credit card tips to help make your summer outings more affordable.

By Holly Johnson | Updated on July 15, 2025

Having a flight significantly delayed or canceled can be a dizzying experience, and it can lead to mounting costs if you're...

By John Schmoll | Updated on July 14, 2025

The glamour of partially funding luxurious trips with credit card rewards isn't lost when you opt for a trip that entails...

By Richard Barrington | Updated on July 14, 2025

The Federal Reserve made no interest rate changes in the second quarter of 2025. However, a few credit cards did change...

By Holly Johnson | Updated on June 25, 2025

If you're considering earning Amex points or Chase points but can't seem to decide between the two, read on for an...

By Jake Safane | Updated on June 24, 2025

As the name suggests, BNPL allows consumers to buy something now while paying for it over time, often split into four...

By Maryalene Laponsie | Updated on June 24, 2025

Note: Chase Freedom® is no longer accepting new applications, but existing cardholders are still eligible to earn in the bonus categories....

By John Schmoll | Updated on June 17, 2025

Other benefits may be available, such as lowering minimum monthly payments or fixed payments. The goal is to help users get...