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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.

20 Must-Know Credit Card Minimum Payment Statistics

By: Zina Kumok • 9/16/2026

When you have a credit card bill, you often see several figures, including the statement balance, the minimum payment, and the current APR. Those are all... Read More »

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.

Cardholders Help The Giving Back Fund Create Charities

Cardholders Help The Giving Back Fund Create Charities

Many celebrities want to use their fame to support worthy causes, but transforming a desire to... Read More »

Mike Senecal • 3/8/2024

Capital One's Big Move Shakes Up the Credit Card Market

Capital One's Big Move Shakes Up the Credit Card Market

On February 19, 2024, Capital One decided to add Discover’s credit cards to its wallet. It... Read More »

Eric Bank • 2/21/2024

Cardholders Can Save Stray Dogs Through Corridor Rescue

Cardholders Can Save Stray Dogs Through Corridor Rescue

The “Corridor of Cruelty” is a 14-square-mile area in Houston that has become a dumping ground... Read More »

Mike Senecal • 2/15/2024

Giving Green Helps Cardholders Support Effective Climate Action

Giving Green Helps Cardholders Support Effective Climate Action

Few public issues are surrounded by more controversy than climate change. The best approach to... Read More »

Mike Senecal • 2/8/2024

Cardholders Can Support The Life You Can Save

Cardholders Can Support The Life You Can Save

Individuals seeking to donate to a charity may struggle to select the charity to support. The... Read More »

Andrew Allen • 12/20/2023

Cardholders Can Help Mobile Loaves & Fishes Expand

Cardholders Can Help Mobile Loaves & Fishes Expand

The city of Austin in Texas has earned a reputation as a community of givers in no small part... Read More »

Mike Senecal • 12/4/2023