Credit Cards

How to Get a Lower APR, or Possibly Not

Getting my interest rate lowered by my credit card company was impossible, so I had to go a different route to avoid the interest charges.

Don't let a scammer get a hold of your credit card number. Here's how to keep your account secure.

Before you place an order through your favorite online retailer, consider these reasons to use credit instead of debit.

If you're not using your travel or cash back card for certain expenses, you're leaving valuable rewards on the table.

Is paying off debt with a credit card ever a good idea? In some cases, yes.

This is how you can use a 0% APR credit card to get ahead on your finances.

Can't earn a sign-up bonus? These strategies will help you earn more rewards.

Before you cash in your travel points on a whim, make sure you're getting the best value for them.

Follow these six steps and your holiday season will be credit card debt-free.

While you're busy holiday shopping and preparing for trips to see the family, why not earn tons of points and miles in the process?

Sure, travel rewards cards can help you see the world for free, but use your points right and you can do it in extreme comfort and luxury, too.

So your credit card offers free travel insurance? Here's why you should still pay for it anyway.

Dynamic award pricing is here to stay, but there are still plenty of ways to get the most out of your airline miles.

Credit card shopping portals help you earn more points and miles for every dollar you spend. And they're incredibly easy to use!

Credit card rewards are great when you're rolling in cash back and other major discounts, but beware of the times when they can actually cost you.

Wait, you can rack up airline miles by eating out at your favorite restaurants? Yes, it's true!

Paying an annual fee on your credit card is a pain. Luckily, there might be a way to avoid paying this fee altogether.

The relatively low price of tiny homes makes nearly any financing option a possibility, including credit cards. But should you go that route?

I haven't paid for hotels or flights in over five years, and I've traveled all over the world. Here's my secret.

Debt management plans can help you work your way out of debt, but they aren't for everyone.

The TRIO® Credit Card from Fifth Third Bank awards your everyday purchases and provides other valuable perks that you won’t find with other cards.