5 mistakes to avoid after paying off credit card debt
You worked hard and paid hundreds of dollars extra each month to pay off the credit card debt you had accumulated. Now you’ve paid off. Time to celebrate, right? Certainly. But it’s also time to be careful. You don’t want to fall into some of the common traps that consumers make after paying off their […]
How to achieve financial well-being
This is a sponsored post written on behalf of Money Under 30 for M1 Finance. Financial well-being is the ability to comfortably cover your needs, be prepared for emergencies and the future, and pay off your debts. Many people regret not having made a financial plan sooner; moreover, they believe that they do not have […]
How does the length of your credit history affect your credit score?
The content of this page is accurate as of the publication date; however, some offers from our partners may have expired. Browse our list of the best credit cards or use our CardMatch™ tool to find the cards that suit your needs. According to Experian 2021 data, the Silent Generation continues to have the highest […]
1099-C FAQs – CreditCards.com
Did you receive a Form 1099-C in the mail from a creditor? You might be wondering what this form is and why it ended up in your mailbox. This is not surprising: most taxpayers don’t realize that canceled or forgiven debts count as IRS income—income that you may have to pay taxes on. Creditors send […]
6 online dating scams to watch out for
Imagine waking up at 3am to your rich and powerful partner saying he has been attacked and needs to use your credit card to avoid being tracked by the attackers. You may be skeptical. But what if you have been dating this person for several months? Did you fly in their private jet, have drinks […]
Can I transfer the balance within the same bank?
By taking advantage of the 0% balance transfer promotional offer, you can make your financial life easier if you can consolidate your credit card debt at a lower rate. While transferring a balance may seem easy enough, you may run into trouble if you try to transfer amounts from one card to another at the […]
Do I have to update my income for my credit card issuer?
If you’re like most adults, chances are you’ve applied for one or more credit cards in the past and know that showing your income is a requirement during the application process. In fact, credit card issuers are required by law to request financial information (including income) on credit card apps to ensure that a consumer […]
What is a credit statement?
The content of this page is accurate as of the publication date; however, some offers from our partners may have expired. Browse our list of the best credit cards or use our CardMatch™ tool to find the cards that suit your needs. Have you ever wondered what those green negative numbers mean on a credit […]
What is the CARD Act of 2009?
The Credit Card Liability and Disclosure Act of 2009, commonly referred to as the Credit Card Act, is a federal law that has revolutionized credit card issuer practices and consumer rights. The law added new safeguards to the Truth in Lending Act, requiring issuers to be more clear with consumers about credit card terms and […]
How to get a cash advance with Chase
The content of this page is accurate as of the publication date; however, some offers from our partners may have expired. Browse our list of the best credit cards or use our CardMatch™ tool to find the cards that suit your needs. If you have a Chase credit card, it’s easy to access cash advance. […]