Introduction One of the biggest perks of using credit cards is earning rewards—whether that’s cashback, points, or travel miles. But without a strategy, you might miss out on valuable benefits. 1. Choose the Right Card If you travel often, pick a card with airline miles and hotel points. For everyday expenses, cashback cards may be…
Introduction Credit cards are powerful financial tools—but only if you know how to use them wisely. For beginners, the world of credit cards may seem confusing, with terms like APR, minimum payment, and rewards programs. Let’s break it down step by step. 1. How Credit Cards Work A credit card allows you to borrow money…
Credit cards can either be your best financial ally or your biggest financial challenge—it all depends on how you use them. Here are five smart strategies to help you manage your credit card effectively. 1. Pay Your Balance in FullAlways try to clear your balance before the due date. This helps you avoid high interest…
Cryptocurrency exchange Gemini and blockchain company Ripple collaborated to release an XRP Edition of the Gemini Credit Card. The credit card offers crypto rewards in the form of XRP, which is the digital currency built into the XRP Ledger (XRPL), and is issued by WebBank on the Mastercard network, Gemini said in a Monday (Aug.…
Traditional credit cards are facing pressure in the battle for consumer spending power. While general-purpose cards remain the workhorse of American credit, their use for installment payments is growing far more slowly than private-label store cards — a shift driven, as PYMNTS Intelligence has found, largely by younger consumers who prefer predictable, interest-free options over…
It happened at the Garrisonville Walmart in Stafford County, police said. According to police, 25-year-old Daniel Acheampong was caught in the act of buying the gift cards using 14 different credit cards, each bearing a different name than his own. Police said this is often a sign of credit card fraud. [Read More…]
A recent financial story has captivated audiences with its stark reality: a single mother who accumulated a staggering $185,000 in credit card debt. The story, as featured on financial shows, details how she leveraged 22 credit cards to cover everyday expenses like groceries, gas, and her mortgage after a divorce. The debt was also compounded…
Earlier this year, I wrote about why the list of transfer partners for Citi’s ThankYou Rewards program was less than ideal. Citi just didn’t have strong enough partners to compete with similar credit card programs, such as Chase Ultimate Rewards and American Express Membership Rewards. For instance, if I wanted to book a great award…
Three of the most popular credit cards for travel spending announced brand new perks and higher fees. When you dig deep, the exciting new bonuses may be a big old bust.”” When you do the math, the numbers appear to add up in the consumer’s favor, exceeding the cost of the annual fees of up…
The Apple Card has dropped to third place in the J.D. Power 2025 U.S. Credit Card Satisfaction Study, marking the first time in four years it has failed to secure the top spot. The card, which is currently issued by Goldman Sachs, scored 624 points among co-branded credit cards with no annual fee. It was…