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General Credit Cards

Explore general credit card information, comparisons, card details, choosing tips, pros and cons, basics, and customer service insights for smart financial decisions.

Explore the world of general credit cards with our comprehensive resources. Whether you’re comparing options, seeking specific card details, or navigating customer service, you’ll find valuable insights here. Discover tips for choosing the right card, understand the pros and cons, and learn how to effectively communicate with issuers. Dive into articles, FAQs, and research to make informed credit card decisions that suit your financial needs.

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Studies

Explore research on general credit cards to make informed choices. These studies cover debt, credit scores, and more, offering insights into selecting the right card, understanding pros and cons, and navigating customer service effectively.

Nearly 60% of Gen Z Wants Credit Card Companies to Go Green

By: Lynn Cadet 6/30/2025

Younger Americans are sending credit card companies a message: Go green, or get left behind. A new CardRates.com survey reveals that nearly 6 in 10 Gen Z... Read More »

Twice as Many Consumers Support the Capital One–Discover Merger Than Oppose It

By: Lynn Cadet 6/10/2025

Capital One finalized its long-awaited $35.3 billion acquisition of Discover on May 18, 2025, and now controls the largest share of the credit card issuing... Read More »

Study: 2 in 3 Millennials Hate Credit Cards

By: Alexandra Leslie 11/26/2014

Credit cards may be one of the best ways to build credit, but a new survey commissioned by Bankrate found the majority of one generation wants nothing to... Read More »

Industry News

Stay informed on the latest industry news about general credit cards, from regulatory updates and market trends to company announcements. Understanding these developments is crucial for grasping the broader financial landscape and strategic shifts.

The Hydrocephalus Association Uses Donations For Research

The Hydrocephalus Association Uses Donations For Research

The Hydrocephalus Association is on a mission to find a cure for hydrocephalus and improve the... Read More »

Brandon Rossman 12/8/2022

Bread Financial Meets Unique Consumer Needs with Cards

Bread Financial Meets Unique Consumer Needs with Cards

In 2022, Alliance Data rebranded as Bread Financial, positioning itself as a forward-thinking... Read More »

Adam West 12/7/2022

United Plant Savers Promotes Stewardship of Wild Herbs

United Plant Savers Promotes Stewardship of Wild Herbs

As over-harvesting and habitat loss put many vital medicinal plant varieties in danger of... Read More »

Sean Roderick 11/22/2022

How Card Donations Support Freedom House Museum

How Card Donations Support Freedom House Museum

Freedom House, located in Alexandria, Virginia, began as a holding pen for enslaved African... Read More »

Sean Roderick 8/3/2022

Patronicity Helps Transform Communities Via Granting

Patronicity Helps Transform Communities Via Granting

Patronicity is a crowdfunding platform dedicated to beautifying outdoor spaces in local... Read More »

Sean Roderick 8/1/2022

Big Cat Rescue: Donations Help Protect and Heal Cats

Big Cat Rescue: Donations Help Protect and Heal Cats

Big Cat Rescue provides big cats a safe space and advocates for the end of unethical cat... Read More »

Brandon Rossman 7/26/2022