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9 Best Luxury Credit Cards & Top Alternatives

By: Matt Walker, 11/14/2019

My mother always told me, “If you’re going to do something, do it right or don’t do it at all.” I don’t think she was referring to credit cards with that advice, but it still applies. After all, this list of luxury credit cards proves that doing something right can be quite appealing. Whether you’re looking for premium cash back options, high-style travel perks, or large credit limits, there’s a high-end card that matches the needs of anyone who qualifies. Best... read more »

15 Best Rewards Credit Cards with No Annual Fee

By: Matt Walker, 11/12/2019

There’s a reason why everyone wants to know what the best rewards credit cards with no annual fee are. People love to be rewarded, but who wants to pay to earn rewards? If you’re currently putting your money toward an annual fee just so you can earn cash back, points, or miles, you aren’t being rewarded -- you’re earning a return on your investment. If you’d rather invest your money in actual commodities (or just not hand it over to a credit card company), consider... read more »

How to Earn a Credit Card Signup Bonus

By: John Ulzheimer, 11/7/2019

Are you interested in earning free travel, valuable rewards, or even extra cash? If so, you may be able to tap into these types of benefits simply by signing up for a new credit card. If this sounds too good to be true, it’s not. Credit card companies are willing to hand over free benefits in exchange for your business. Credit card issuers need and want good customers to stay profitable. But card issuers also know they’re not your only “plastic” option, especially if you... read more »

10 Best Credit Cards to Use at Gas Stations in 2019

By: Eric Bank, 11/6/2019

Driving is America’s great pastime. Of course, driving requires regular stops at a gas station to fill up the old chariot for its next foray. Since you have to pay for gas, you may as well reap some rewards in the process by paying with one of the best credit cards to use at gas stations. And, if you need to pick up a container of antifreeze, a six-pack of synthetic oil, or for that matter, a six-pack of gum, even more rewards may accrue to your benefit, depending on the card you... read more »

Can You Get Cash Back on a Credit Card? 3 Steps

By: Adam West, 10/25/2019

Cash back is one of the most popular forms of credit card rewards on the market today. In fact, 49% of Americans say that cash back is their favorite credit card reward, according to a poll from creditcards.com. So, yes -- you can get cash back on a credit card -- and, if you play your cards right, you can get a decent sum of money back. Below are three steps to help you earn this highly sought-after reward and start saving money on all your purchases. If you don’t already have... read more »

14 Best Credit Cards for Free Hotel Stays in 2019

By: Adam West, 10/2/2019

Hotel accommodations are one of the biggest travel-related expenses. Whether you’re looking for a place to crash for a night or want a relaxing home-away-from-home where you can pamper yourself, you’re going to have to pay for a place to stay — unless you have one of our best credit cards for free hotel stays. With the right credit card, you can earn free hotel stays and room upgrades by making regular purchases — which means you’ll have more money to spend on your... read more »

2019’s Best Travel Rewards Credit Cards

By: Adam West, 5/30/2019

While the internet, social media, and 24-hour news cycles have made the world a smaller place, there’s no substitute for going out and experiencing for yourself all of the wonderful things the world has to offer. One thing that hasn’t changed, though, is how expensive that can be. But don’t let the cost of travel keep you from creating invaluable memories you’ll cherish forever. Whether you’re an experienced adventurer or an airport newbie, there are dozens of credit card... read more »

18 Best Credit Cards for Dining Out in 2019

By: Marcie Geffner, 5/7/2019

Dining out is a great way to earn points or cash back rewards if you pay for your meal with a card that offers this benefit. Some cards offer excellent dining out rewards. Others? Not so much. To maximize your rewards in this category, you should use a card that's among the best. Where and how you use the card will also affect your ability to maximize the dining rewards. Here are 18 cards to consider for every type of spender -- and eater. Overall | Cash Back | Rewards | No Annual... read more »

18 Best Money-Back Credit Cards of 2019

By: Eric Bank, 4/23/2019

The FICO Score range of 300 to 850 is so large because it has to accommodate millions of individual credit histories. Regardless of the credit category you fall in — bad, fair, average, good, excellent — you’ll find many fellow consumers in the same grouping. This is precisely why the credit card industry makes products available to individuals, students, and businesses in all credit categories. And no product is more important to consumers than the cash back card. Money-back... read more »

12 Best Cash-Back Credit Cards for Excellent Credit

By: Eric Bank, 4/15/2019

Cold, hard cash. Is there any credit card reward more versatile? With cash, you can buy anything — airplane tickets, hotel stays, car rentals — that travel cards offer without the fuss and confusion. You don’t have to figure out how many points or miles you need to fly to visit family and friends or meet with business associates with cash back credit cards. We've narrowed down a dozen credit cards that offer great cash-back deals for those with excellent credit. We’ve... read more »

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