Credit card is a part of our everyday lives, and because so many people get in trouble because of it, it deserves its own section. Although some people do get in financial trouble because of it, we believe that it is a financial tool that could be rewarding when used properly. In addition to these articles, check out related articles in these sections: borrowing and lending money, debt reduction and management, and your credit.
Credit Card is a subsection of debt management.
The following is the 2013 calendar of 5% cashback bonus promotions for some of the credit cards and debit cards that are currently offering a 5% promotion. These cards include Citi Dividend, Discover Card, PerkStreet Debit [...]
Prepaid debit cards are becoming increasingly popular financial products. With a prepaid card, you load money onto an account associated with a card. The card works like a credit card in that you swipe at a [...]
Having high credit limits can sometimes seem like a validation of our financial success. If these lenders allow you to borrow such a large amount, they must think well enough of you and you are therefore [...]
When it comes to shopping this holiday season, many people are probably thinking of sticking with cash. Many people continue to cut back on spending and avoid adding to their debt, it is little surprise that [...]
We have all experienced the uncomfortable situation of being offered a store credit card when we’re shopping. Whether you are buying groceries, consumer electronics, or some new home decorations, the clerk at the register will stop [...]
Credit card companies are beginning to send out more credit card offers to individuals with good credit scores. There had been a downturn in the number of offers sent out, but with the economy stabilizing the [...]
Rewards cards allow you to earn cash back or other incentives just for using your credit card. Smart shoppers know how to maximize their rewards by using their credit card for their every day spending and [...]
One of the first things that many of us look for when applying for a credit card is the interest rate. While a low interest credit card is nice, does interest rate always matter? In some [...]
I have discussed using balance transfer credit cards to help you reduce your debt more quickly. As such, I think it’s prudent to go over the advantages and disadvantages of using a balance transfer credit card [...]
For decades our society has spent money we don’t have. Conspicuous consumerism was a term that was fashioned in the 1980′s and continued until the Great Recession hit in 2008. If we didn’t have the money [...]