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Reviewing your credit score for changes

Learn More About Credit Score Updates

One of the most common questions asked about credit scores is: How often does my credit score update? Think of your credit score as being similar to a grade point average (GPA), only

How EMV Chip Credit Cards Work

How to Use a Credit Card with a Chip

The days of swiping your credit card are on their way out. That’s because magnetic-stripe technology—that stripe on the back of your credit card that contains information read by

Selecting the Right Type of Credit Card

Choosing the Right Type of Credit Card for You

Think there’s only one type of credit card? Think again. There’s a credit card out there for just about every kind of consumer with most any credit score.

Late Credit Card Payments

What Happens When You Make a Late Credit Card Payment?

If you’ve ever paid your credit card bill late, you’re not alone. Twenty-six percent of Americans made a payment that was at least 30 days late in 2019, according to NerdWallet’s

When should you cancel a credit card?

Should I Cancel My Credit Card [Infographic]

Thinking about canceling a credit card but wondering if doing so could affect your credit? Consider the following before cutting your card into tiny pieces.

Things to Watch on Your Credit Card Statement

7 Things to Pay Attention to On Your Credit Card Statement

When you get your credit card statement each month, do you look at the balance, decide how much of a payment to make, and then toss the statement aside? If you don’t take the time to

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