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• Chase Freedom Unlimited® vs. Chase Freedom Flex℠

  Chase has offered some of the best rewards cards on the market for years, and even more so in 2020.

  6 min read Mar 02, 2021

  

• Best balance transfer cards with no fee

  Read Bankrate’s expert picks for the best balance transfer cards with no fee.

  4 min read Feb 26, 2021

  

• What is a secured credit card and how does it work?

  A secured credit card may be a good option if you need help improving your credit score.

  4 min read Feb 24, 2021

  

• How to do a balance transfer with Citi

  Find out everything you need to know about transferring a balance with Citi.

  6 min read Feb 04, 2021

  

• Best American Express cards with a flexible spending limit

  American Express has the best charge card options among all card issuers, and all of their cards let you earn rewards and enjoy cardholder perks.

  7 min read Feb 04, 2021

  

• The difference between FICO and other credit scores

  Thinking you only have one credit score is like believing pigs can fly. Here’s the real deal.

  4 min read Jan 28, 2021

  

• How credit card inactivity affects your credit score

  Here’s how you should be thinking about those unused credit cards in your wallet.

  4 min read Jan 28, 2021

  

• How requesting a credit limit increase affects your credit

  Getting a boost to your credit line can be helpful for your credit score and wallet, but you should make some decisions before calling your issuer.

  4 min read Jan 21, 2021

  

• Why did my credit score drop after paying off debt?

  Many factors determine credit scores. Here’s what can bite into yours.

  7 min read Jan 13, 2021

  

• How to improve your credit score

  Follow these steps to improve your credit score over time.

  6 min read Dec 18, 2020