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What to do if your business credit card is denied
A business credit card can make it easier to run your business and potentially earn miles, points or cash rewards as you spend money. Business credit cards can also be easier to qualify for than, say, a business loan. However, you can’t always be the business card lock. “A company can have millions in the […]
Best High Limit Secured Credit Cards
If you don’t mind putting up a large amount of money as a security deposit, choosing a credit card with a high limit is a great credit building strategy. A high limit can not only make it easier to use your credit at a low level (potentially boosting your credit score), but can also be […]
What documents do I need to submit along with my credit card application?
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 card issuers try to attract potential customers with all sorts of rewards, […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
Benefits of using a credit card
I used to think credit cards were bad. My guess is that they were meant for people who can’t afford what they need or want, so they put it on a credit card. Credit cards were for the shopaholics and financially incompetent Carrie Bradshaw and Rachel Green of the world. Especially if you add in […]
How to use a credit card lock and why it’s useful
A few years ago, after performing at a college in Michigan, I ended up in Miami. After going through baggage claim, I relaxed on a bench with luggage at my feet. Before I knew it, I passed out. And when I woke up, the backpack became noticeably lighter. The thief took my laptop, wallet, even […]
Credit card debt collection statute of limitations, all 50 states
CreditCards.com has compiled this list of credit card debt collection statutes of limitations by state by studying each state’s laws and court decisions individually. We have made references to the law where it is available and have made additional notes below. Credit card debt statute of limitations, by state 1 On April 12, 2011, the […]