Cash back credit cards are very attractive to customers and many will feel that they should just accept the first cash back credit card they are offered, particularly if they are in a position of paying off all of their credit card bill in full each month and therefore being best able to take advantage of a cash back offer. However, there is no excuse these days for simply accepting the first offer you come across when it comes to cash back...more
Low interest credit cards are cards that provide significant purchasing power for consumers while minimizing their overall debt load. The term may seem 'bargain basement', but it is making sense to more and more consumers.You should consider all fees while searching for a low interest credit card featuring,including annual fees, balance transfers, and any extra applicable fees.Extra FeesCredit card fees can often be avoided, but still require a...more
Many merchants and large department stores offer their customers credit cards with a "cash back" option, hoping that the credit cards will entice their customers to do more of their shopping in their particular store, and charge their purchases with the credit card in order to receive the cash back reward instead of making purchases with cash. The two most common forms of cash back programs will either provide cardholders with a credit to their credit card balance when a purchase is made using the card, or the cardholder will receive coupons in the mail to use in the store during the next visit in order to receive a certain dollar amount off their total purchase price. The actual dollar amount of "cash back" reward you receive will depend on the terms and conditions of the program itself, which vary from card to card, as well as the actual amount you charge on the card that offers the cash back incentive. Cash back credit cards are extremely popular with department stores, because the only way a cardholder can benefit from receiving cash back is to make purchases using the credit card in their store. If you are deciding whether or not a cash back credit card is the best option for...more
It is one of the most frustrating feelings in the world. You're trying to rid yourself of your debts. You're putting more and more of your paycheck towards your credit cards. You're gradually paying them off. Finally, the day arrives when you clear the entire outstanding balance. The card is finally cleared. A huge weight has been lifted from your...more
Almost everyone has some kind of debt. Most people have credit cards, student loans, a mortgage, or car payments. Your timeliness in paying off these loans make up your credit history, something that people usually don't think about until it's too late and you are declined on an application. Your credit history is an important tool in maintaining...more
Before applying for a specific credit card there are several things you should take into consideration before making your final decision. Credit History - Before you apply for a card you should get a free credit report so you will know what types of cards you are eligible for. (By law you can can get a free credit report once annually). If you have a limited or damaged credit history you will have to limit your potential choices to cards that cater to your particular situation. For example, cards such as the Aspire Gold Visa, Orchard Bank Gold Mastercard and the Orchard Bank Platinum MasterCard (to name a few) are cards geared toward consumers wishing to establish or rebuild their credit. These cards usually have higher aprs and come with annual fees. So you will have to shop around checking different offers -- maybe even make some phone calls in order to find the best credit card for your financial situation. By using one of these cards responsibly for a certain period of time, you will eventually be able to upgrade to a better card with better rates thus improving your credit rating.Keep in mind that if you apply for a card that requires a better credit score than you...more
Are you looking for the best method for consolidating credit card debt? While debt consolidation loans can get you out of debt, do they really make the best method of resolving your debt? There are a few reasons why this kind of loan may not be a...more
Having good credit is almost a necessity on today's world. In most cases, credit it essential to owning a car or home, and with the proliferation of online shopping it's hard to be without a credit card. Unfortunately, some people get into trouble...more
Choosing an airline credit card is easier than you might think. When sorting through all of the many options available, there are three main questions you need to ask yourself: What airline do I use the most often? How many times per year do I...more
One of the main selling points of credit cards over the past decade has been the balance transfer offer, where customers are tempted into applying for a new card with the promise of obtaining effectively free credit. By making use of a 0% transfer...more
Rebate credit cards have proven recently to be a great favorite among consumers. Credit card rebates could mean you're getting discounts whenever you use your rebate credit card for purchasing items of any kind for that matter.Credit card rebates are...more
They come day after day after day. Sometimes two, three, or four at a time. Credit card offers. The credit card industry is highly competitive and banks and other financial institutions are constantly sending out mass mailings in an attempt to lure...more