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Poll: Borrowing money was a bad idea for more than half of those who did

You may have heard the saying “neither borrower nor lender” from Shakespeare’s play Hamlet. Words of wisdom against the habit of becoming a personal banker for friends and family. The results of a new survey by CreditCards.com show why this is wise advice. With the possibility of not getting a high payout, there are good […]

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Can I get a tourist card with bad credit?

If you want to travel more for less, applying for a trip reward card is one of the best ways to do so. For every dollar you spend on the card, you earn a trip reward that can help cover your flight, hotel, and other future travel expenses. However, the best travel credit cards on […]

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Isn’t credit better than bad credit?

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. No credit is generally better than bad credit, mainly because no credit is […]

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What to Look for in a Credit Card for Bad Credit

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. When you have a bad credit score, it can be difficult for you […]

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Tips for Applying for a Credit Card with Bad Credit

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. Having a credit score in the bad credit range can make life more […]

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7 ways bad credit can affect you

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. Bad credit can affect your life in ways you never thought possible, and […]

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What is a bad 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. Many people wonder what is a bad credit score and the answer is […]

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How to get a credit card with bad credit

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. Having a bad credit history means that you are a high-risk borrower due […]

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Can saving too much be bad for you?

I’ve always been an aggressive saver. When I was little, my parents taught me to always have money for a rainy day, and I’ve been wearing rubber boots ever since. To give you an idea of ​​my obsession with savings, I worked three jobs during my college years to increase my savings rate, and to […]

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How to make a balance transfer with bad credit

Bank of America content was last updated on April 1, 2022. Balance transfer offers can make paying off credit card debt less costly if you can lock in a lower annual percentage over a long period of time. There’s just one little catch: The best balance transfer cards are often for people with good or […]

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