Credit

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What is a credit report?

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. You have heard over and over again that you should check your credit […]

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New Sallie Mae Credit Cards: Are They Worth It?

Most credit cards are issued by a few major banks such as Citi, American Express, Chase, Bank of America, Capital One and Discover. But recent years have also seen new entrants trying to break through, including Goldman Sachs and its Apple card, as well as several Silicon Valley startups. In the summer of 2019, Sallie […]

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How to budget with credit cards instead of cash

When you think about budgeting, you might think of distributing money in individually labeled envelopes or creating complex spreadsheets with different colors and fonts. Budgeting can mean such things, but did you know that credit cards can be one of the most powerful budgeting tools out there? This sounds counterintuitive, as unsecured lines of credit […]

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When should you pay your credit card bill?

You know it’s important to pay your credit card bill by the due date so that the card provider doesn’t charge you late fees or charge you sky-high interest rates. But when is the best day of the month to pay your credit card? Some financial experts recommend checking your credit cards online every day […]

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Cryptocurrency: Should You Buy Cryptocurrency with a Credit Card?

Many Americans are intrigued by the idea of ​​investing in bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, but doing so with a credit card is risky. Not only do investors face transaction fees when buying cryptocurrencies with a credit card, we all know that cryptocurrencies themselves are volatile. However, cryptocurrency is definitely gaining momentum as an asset class […]

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Business credit scores: what they are and how they work

Whatever your business, good credit can be essential to its short and long term success. There are a few similarities, but business credit scores and personal credit scores are not the same thing. As a business owner, it’s important to know the difference. Whether you’re just getting a loan or looking to improve your business’s […]

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Credit cards that offer free credit points

You know that your FICO credit score is an important number. According to MyFICO.com, more than 90% of lenders in the US use FICO scores to determine which consumers qualify for loans and credit cards and at what interest rates. Your three-digit FICO score can determine if you qualify for a better-rewarding mortgage, car loan, […]

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Why is a credit score important?

Good credit, and the access it gives you to your work and financial life, has never been more important to success than it is today. Whether you’re planning to borrow for a high-value item like a car or house, or take out a credit card, your credit score will determine your down payment, your interest […]

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How to send money from a credit card

If you’re wondering how to send money with a credit card but are worried that you’ll run into hidden fees or charges, you’re right to be concerned. After all, the various apps and tools you can use to send money with a credit card incur additional fees, although the amount you’ll pay varies and may […]

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