All credit cards come with pages and pages of small print, which can be quite boring and time-consuming to read through. However, it is very important that you do so, as these terms and conditions will explain what fees and charges may be incurred when you use the credit card. If you know about the…
In my ideal world I would be able to visit each and every one of the 195 different countries, but let’s be realistic it probably won’t happen. There is a good chance I won’t even come close. One of my biggest passions in life is being able to travel the world and see new places….
Choosing the right credit card for you doesn’t have to feel like a chore, and there can be a big difference between different providers, different types of cards and introductory offers. Even though there are more options with credit cards than ever before, many people can still be tempted to choose a credit card from…
This article comes from my friend Jason Steele, a credit card expert and a contributor to Smart Balance Transfers and many other personal finance web sites. College students have always been a hot market for credit card issuers to target. They spend a lot and often go into debt, but they can be counted on…
Back to school is right around the corner and that means it’s time to start shopping for school supplies. Chase Slate with Blueprint did a back to school 2012 survey and it shows that shoppers are expecting to spend the most money this year on clothes followed by books and technology. The deals below from…
Being that there are a bazillion credit cards on the market, choosing the right one is far from being a straightforward decision. One of the most confusing parts of the process is whether you should go with straight up cash back or a different sort of rewards program. The answer isn’t always clear-cut. To help…
Balance transfer credit cards are potentially very useful financial tools and, if used correctly, can provide consumers with significant financial relief. That’s the good news. It’s important to remember, however, that if you’re not very careful, balance transfer cards can dig you a much deeper financial hole than you ever thought possible. Above all else,…