Credit Card Advice
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- Applying for a Credit Card
- Guide to finding your first credit card
- Guide to using your first credit card
Learn everything you need to do to apply for a credit card and increase your chances of approval.
The credit card approval process can be speedy or could take weeks.
Too many credit card applications in a short period can hurt your credit score.
So, your credit card application has been denied — here’s what to do next.
To process a credit card application, issuers will do a hard inquiry on your credit.
Credit card preapproval or prequalification — which is better?
Once you understand the basics of credit, you’ll want to weigh your options.
Average credit limits on first credit cards vary by credit score, income and type.
Find out how to use your credit card and which pitfalls to avoid.
Find out the best practices for your first credit card and which pitfalls to avoid.
How to reset your parents’ resistance to credit.
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Credit cards that offer rewards in common spending categories, like groceries and dining, can help stay-at-home parents build credit.
How to post bond with a card, including any exceptions and financial impacts.
American credit card balances rose to $1.13 trillion in the last quarter of 2023
It’s more important than ever to make sure that you get the highest offer possible when applying for a credit card.
Earn credit card rewards on spending you’re already doing.
Consider the Chase Freedom Flex if you want optimal rewards with no annual fee.
Did you overspend this holiday season? We’ve got expert advice to help you get back on track.
The right credit card deal can make holding a card even more valuable.