Category Archives: Credit Cards

Credit card issuers usually advise their customers to wait at least 90 days and ideally six months between credit card applications in order to protect their credit scores and avoid having them lower, which could negatively impact when applying for mortgage loans or making other large financial commitments. Understanding what’s impacting your credit score and […]

Credit card payments have become so prevalent and convenient that it’s rare to find any small business that does not accept them. Accepting them can increase sales while simultaneously managing cash flow by faster transference of customer funds into your business account. There are various methods of accepting card payments, from terminals or readers, POS […]

If you currently hold the Chase Freedom card, switching it out for the Freedom Flex can keep all of your rewards, credit limit, purchase APR and card number intact. Simply call to request this product change. The Flex has significant value to offer if you can maximize its quarterly bonus categories and take full advantage […]

Citi Simplicity Card is an ideal option for anyone seeking to reduce interest payments and fees without incurring massive interest charges or transfer fees. Their introductory balance transfer fee of only 3% over four months makes this an economical alternative to standard balance transfer cards. Additionally, this card does not charge late fees or penalty […]

Credit cards with no interest offer consumers an affordable way to make large purchases without accruing debt, plus many also feature rewards and perks. However, these credit cards offer zero APR rates only for a set period of time before returning to their regular variable interest rates. Read on to understand their potential advantages and […]

If your credit card payment falls into arrears for more than 60 days, an increased APR penalty may apply; to avoid this high interest rate altogether, make payments on time and read all fine print in your cardholder agreement carefully. Limit your usage and pay minimum payments on time – these strategies will help avoid […]

The Divvy card is an innovative smart business credit card designed to simplify expense reporting and budgeting processes with software integration. No personal guarantee is required and reports to business credit bureaus. Divvy has received mixed reviews due to issues surrounding its transparency. Here’s everything you should know about its new small business credit card […]

Balance transfer credit cards may be an appropriate means of debt consolidation if your debt can be paid off within the 0% interest period. But be sure to set a plan and adjust spending habits before using this form of debt consolidation. Opening a new card requires conducting a hard inquiry on your credit reports […]

Capital One Savor and Capital One SavorOne cards offer high cash-back rewards without an annual fee, making them perfect for frequent diners, entertainers and users of streaming services such as Netflix. Both cards offer an impressive array of extra benefits, such as travel accident insurance and extended warranty protection, as well as zero foreign transaction […]

Both cards offer great options for individuals trying to reduce debt or make large purchases, with long 0% interest periods on balance transfers and purchases, respectively. In particular, U.S. Bank provides cell phone protection up to $600 with only a $25 deductible fee and does not impose an annual fee. The 0% intro APR period […]