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Clearing Misconceptions About New Consumer Data Laws

In recent weeks news outlets have promised that millions of American will see their credit scores rise. These headlines came as TransUnion, Equifax and Experian all announced that they would remove...

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United MileagePlus® Explorer Business card: Should You Apply?

The United MileagePlus® Explorer Business card is an excellent airline credit card for those who frequently fly with United. This card provides plenty of opportunities to earn extra miles through...

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Marriott Rewards® Premier Business Credit Card: Is It Right For Your Firm?

The Marriott Rewards® Premier Business Credit Card is good for two things: earning you elite status and free nights with Marriott. If you are more interested in purely maximizing your savings on every...

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5 Things To Know If You Have A Problem With A Credit Card

Complaints about credit cards were up by more than 20% last year over 2015, according to an analysis by ValuePenguin.com. Billing disputes, identity theft, and account closings led the list as the most...

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3 Considerations When You’re Struggling with Debt

It is no secret that Americans have a lot of debt. The mean credit card debt is $5,700 for households as of 2016 and $14,400 is the median amount of student loan debt. These figures indicate that many...

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What Happens When Credit Card Companies Sell Your Debt

For millions of Americans, credit card debt may be a burden, but for credit card companies, it’s an asset. And like any other asset they own, they can sell it if they choose to.Case in point:...

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Southwest Rapid Rewards® Premier Business Credit Card: Is It Worth Getting?

If your business frequently uses Southwest airlines, the Southwest Rapid Rewards® Premier Business Credit Card is a good card to consider. All the Southwest-related perks make the card’s $99 annual fee...

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3 Reasons American Express Is Unlikely To Join The Card-Reward Wars

The past few years have been rich indeed for consumers who relish receiving rewards for getting a new credit card. Chase and most other card issuers have attracted a swarm of new customers through...

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U.S. Bank Altitude Reserve Credit Card: Who's It Good For?

The U.S. Bank Altitude Reserve isn’t quite as good other luxury credit cards on the market, due to things like limited free Priority Pass lounge visits. However, there are some benefits on this card...

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How to Pick The Right Type of Cash Back Credit Card

Cash-back credit cards are appealing simple in their rewards: You make purchases, and a certain percentage of what you’ve spent is rebated to you. The cards are free from the miles or points that...

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When Should You Use a Small Business Card vs. a Line of Credit?

When small-business owners want to cut costs, they often focus on areas like marketing and inventory. But they too often ignore another major cost: the interest and fees associated with financing.In...

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How Credit Card Debt Burdens Vary Across Cities in Texas - 2017 Report

Cities With The Highest Credit Card Debt BurdenBalch Springs, TXAverage Credit Card Debt: $7,175Average Household Income: $52,635CDTI Ratio: 13.63%CDTI Compared to State Average: +59%Brownsville,...

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Costco Anywhere Visa® Business Card by Citi: Should You Get It?

The Costco Anywhere Visa® Business Card by Citi is a highly valuable cash back credit card, that is an excellent option for most businesses. Users can use it to get 4% back on gas purchases, 3% back on...

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5 Things to Know About Miles Cards Today

Competition is fierce these days among credit card issuers that offer airline travel miles as rewards. As a result, both cards that are affiliated with a particular airline and those that let you earn...

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Credit Card Fees You May Want to Pay

Most people have a reflexive aversion to paying fees, especially if there are any alternatives to doing so. But sometimes fees can be your financial friends, because they deliver benefits that exceed...

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Why Cash Back Rewards Matter More Than You Think

Cash-back credit cards can be easy to overlook. You make a purchase and earn, on average, around 1.5% back. To many, this may seem like an inconsequential amount. When you think getting that kind of...

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Is It Smart To Store Your Credit Card Information On The Nintendo Switch?

For all the success of the Nintendo Switch--which sold faster than any other console in the company's history--fans have complained at being unable to save their credit-card information to the device,...

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How Credit Card Debt Burdens Vary Across Cities in California - 2017 Report

Cities With The Highest Credit Card Debt BurdenLynwood, CAAverage Credit Card Debt: $8,556CDTI Ratio: 15.04%Average Household Income: $56,878CDTI Compared to State Average: +61%Huntington Park,...

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5 (Mostly) Reassuring Facts About Your Credit Card Debt

Dealing with credit-card debt can be stressful. One way to cope with the anxiety is to arm yourself with knowledge of your rights and options should you begin to struggle with paying your balance. When...

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Centurion® Card from American Express: What You Need To Know

The Centurion® Card from American Express, sometimes called the Black Card, can be a worthwhile option if you are interested in luxury experiences rather than saving money. Unlike traditional credit...

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