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My credit score and income are better than ever, but my bank won’t lower my credit-card APR. Here’s how to fight back.

Last month while I was working on a story about the credit-card industry, I realized I didn’t know the APR on my own credit ...

The Best Travel Rewards Cards for Every Credit Score

A good score sits between 670 and 739. This is where you'll start seeing far more options when it comes to travel credit ...

Want to Save on Streaming? Check Out These 3 Credit Cards

Looking to save on your next binge-watch? Here are three cards that give you cash back and statement credits for your ...

Flights Delayed, Trips Canceled? How Credit Cards Can Save You Big During Strikes

Although the recent Air Canada flight attendants’ strike has officially ended, thousands of travelers faced a costly reminder ...

Feeling Credit Card Debt Regret? You're Not Alone, Say 24% of Americans

Most Americans have at least one regret in their financial lives, a new survey shows, and the most common regret among U.S.

What to Do if Your Credit Card Application Gets Denied

Got denied for a credit card? Here's how to bounce back, fix what went wrong, and improve your odds of approval next time.

Single Mom Has $185,000 In Credit Card Debt. Dave Ramsey Asks, 'What The Crap Did You Buy?'

A caller from Chicago named Shonda recently phoned in to “The Ramsey Show” and shocked the hosts when she revealed just how ...

How much interest will you pay on a $25,000 credit card balance each year?

Credit card companies typically set your minimum payments at around 2% to 3% of your balance, however. On a $25,000 balance, ...