Roadside assistance7 of 7If you're stranded on the road with a flat tire or steam coming out of the engine, chances are you're not thinking about your credit card. But that could be a mistake.Some cards will offer roadside assistance. It's one of the lesser-known perks, says O'Neil.Services vary by credit card, so it pays to find out what's offered before you need it. Some cards may have nationwide networks, while others may limit help to certain geographic areas. Some cards offer assistance if you're a certain distance from home or driving a rental you paid for with the card. Others protect you 24/7 no matter what you're driving.Those little differences in service matter in a crisis. Investigate ahead of time so you know what kind of help is available, when it's available -- around the clock or only during certain hours -- and how to reach it. advertisementRelated Links:Who's stealing your credit card data?Current Credit Card Interest RatesState statutes of limitations for old debtsRelated Articles:Credit card checksCredit card ratesThis week's rates
If you're stranded on the road with a flat tire or steam coming out of the engine, chances are you're not thinking about your credit card. But that could be a mistake.
Some cards will offer roadside assistance. It's one of the lesser-known perks, says O'Neil.
Services vary by credit card, so it pays to find out what's offered before you need it. Some cards may have nationwide networks, while others may limit help to certain geographic areas. Some cards offer assistance if you're a certain distance from home or driving a rental you paid for with the card. Others protect you 24/7 no matter what you're driving.
Those little differences in service matter in a crisis. Investigate ahead of time so you know what kind of help is available, when it's available -- around the clock or only during certain hours -- and how to reach it.
Bankrate wants to hear from you and encourages thoughtful and constructive comments. We ask that you stay focused on the story topic, respect other people's opinions, and avoid profanity, offensive statements, illegal contents and advertisement posts. Comments are not reviewed before they are posted. Bankrate reserves the right (but is not obligated) to edit or delete your comments. Please avoid posting private or confidential information, and also keep in mind that anything you post may be disclosed, published, transmitted or reused.
By submitting a post, you agree to be bound by Bankrate's terms of use. Please refer to Bankrate's privacy policy for more information regarding Bankrate's privacy practices.
A little research could save you BIG on interest.