Credit Cards

Your debt is no mystery, but those extra fees tacked onto your bills are a different story. Deciphering and dealing with the hidden costs of credit card debt can sometimes feel like sleuthing — and lucky for you, we’ve been on this beat for a long time.  Credit cards and personal loans have sneaky interest […]

If you’ve worked hard to pay off your credit cards — or you’re almost there — you’ve already done something huge. But how do you keep from falling into the credit card trap again? Credit cards can be helpful, but they also make it easy to fall back into bad habits if you’re not careful. […]

Maxing out your credit card is frustrating. Not only is it a sign that you’ve been overspending, but it can also damage your credit score. If you’re struggling to pay off your balance, don’t worry – there are ways to rebound from a maxed out credit card. 

As we move toward a cashless society, many parents wonder if it’s a good idea to give their kids debit cards or credit cards. There is plenty of debate about whether or not using cashless forms of payment is healthy for children. Learn more in this blog as we answer questions about kids and credit […]

Medical debt is almost always unexpected. Even if you have health insurance, it’s hard to predict how much treatments will cost and what your financial burden will be long-term. As a result, people with excessive medical debt have to make difficult decisions about paying for it. While it can be tempting to lean on credit, […]

If you’ve ever been shopping at a major retailer, you’ve probably had a cashier offer to sign you up for a store credit card with the promise of saving you money on your purchase. These offers are hard to miss because most stores are trying to meet a quota of new credit card sign-ups, and […]

As Gen Z-ers enter their twenties there has been a dramatic increase in their credit card use. At 31.4 million strong, credit-eligible Gen Z-ers make up 40% of all consumers in the United States. This influx of new spenders has reinvigorated the credit card industry after the lull it experienced when millennials were coming of […]

Consolidating your credit card debt can help simplify your monthly payments. Unfortunately, there are a few things that can derail your progress. If you are considering debt consolidation for your credit cards, make sure you avoid these mistakes. 

There are several ways to transfer responsibility for a credit card balance from one person to another. While someone could certainly pay your credit card debt on your behalf with a bank account, transferring ownership of the debt itself is more complicated. In order to address the mechanics of transferring a credit card balance to […]

A balance transfer credit card with a low or no-interest introductory period could help you pay down your principal and save a lot of money in interest. Considering all the pros and cons of a credit card balance transfer will help you make an informed decision about this option.