For many things in life, timing is everything. That's especially true of credit cards. Applying for a credit card at the wrong time could mean you're denied. But time it just right and you could not ...

Getting the right credit card starts with knowing your credit score, which can help you narrow down options you’re most likely to be approved for. Understanding credit card terms and what you’re ...

Credit card companies release tempting offers on a regular basis. With so many attractive sign-up bonuses, it might seem hard to resist applying for them all. However, bank application rules and ...

You might be able to submit a credit card application, but that doesn’t mean it’s guaranteed to get approved. Getting rejected after applying for a credit card is not only a blow to the ego, it can ...

Bob Haegele is a freelance writer specializing in topics such as insurance, investing, and credit cards. His work has appeared on Business Insider, CreditCards.com, and other nationally recognized ...

Visa and Mastercard’s proposed settlement would reduce swipe fees. Here's what that would mean for your credit card rewards.

Over the last several years, credit cards have not only become the main form of payment people carry with them but also the only form of payment that stores and vendors accept. Before you apply for a ...