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Credit card delinquencies are on the rise: Strategies for debt relief

By John Schmoll | Updated on August 12, 2024

With credit card delinquency rates increasing, more Americans are facing the question of what they may need to do if they're...

How does the Bilt Mastercard® work?

By Curtis Arnold | Updated on May 9, 2025

Over the years, consumers have welcomed countless other innovations. Not surprisingly, the card issuers that have evolved by responding to consumer...

Teachable moments from back-to-school-shopping

By Richard Barrington | Updated on August 7, 2024

It's back-to-school shopping season. Classes may not yet be back in session, but even before then, back-to-school shopping provides a great...

Does credit card car rental insurance apply to non-traditional car rental services?

By Curtis Arnold | Updated on August 6, 2024

Credit card holders can often take advantage of a significant perk when renting a car: complimentary insurance coverage. This benefit, typically...

How to pick a credit card for back-to-school shopping

By Holly Johnson | Updated on October 1, 2025

For the most part, this means picking a credit card with a sizable bonus and useful rewards categories, maximizing any purchase...

How to remove a credit card authorized user

By Erica Lamberg | Updated on August 1, 2024

If you've added an authorized user to your credit card, you've given them the power to spend on your account. But...

Which credit cards offer elite status?

By Adam Frankel | Updated on August 15, 2025

Elite status can elevate your travel experience, bringing you greater comfort and a sense of luxury. Typically, to earn top-tier status...

What does it mean if your credit card application is pending?

By John Schmoll | Updated on May 23, 2025

Most people want to know instantly if they've been approved for a new credit card. Many times, it's possible to receive...

Chase Sapphire Preferred® vs. Citi Strata Premier®

By Holly Johnson | Updated on October 22, 2025

Which of these cards is best? That really depends on the rewards categories you spend the most in and the transfer...

How long will it take to pay off your vacation?

By Richard Barrington | Updated on July 16, 2024

Summer is in full swing and Americans are putting their long-awaited travel plans into action. They're hitting the road, taking to...

How to reap the most value from your credit cards

By Erica Lamberg | Updated on July 8, 2024

Credit cards offer consumers a convenient way to track spending as well as a grace period if you need extra time...

When should you take advantage of a points transfer bonus?

By Holly Johnson | Updated on July 1, 2024

All frequent flyer and hotel loyalty programs come with their share of fine print, and many make their rewards somewhat difficult...

How surging credit card delinquency rates can affect credit limits

By Curtis Arnold | Updated on June 24, 2024

For example, bad economic conditions (that have nothing to do with your personal finances) can lead to lines being lowered as...

Which credit cards offer an airline companion pass?

By Adam Frankel | Updated on September 4, 2025

Although credit card perks like airport lounge access and free hotel nights get most of the attention, a credit card with...

Chase Sapphire Reserve® is dropping Priority Pass restaurant visits – Is the card still worth it?

By Holly Johnson | Updated on July 1, 2025

Another interesting feature of Priority Pass is the fact that not all of its included lounges are airport lounges at all....