Whether you’re new to the world of credit cards or an established pro, it’s essential to understand the terms that appear on your credit card statement. Two terms that may cause confusion, even if you ...

There's no credit check, no minimum security deposit, not even an APR, plus it earns rewards. But those rewards come with caveats, and there's no upgrade path. Many or all of the products on this page ...

Today’s catch from the Reddit discussion files is that rarest of birds: An American consumer holding only one credit card and looking to “upgrade” his card to something a bit more suited to an ...

Robin has worked as a credit cards, editor and spokesperson for over a decade. Prior to Forbes Advisor, she also covered credit cards and related content for other national web publications including ...

Editor’s Note: This article contains updated information from a previously published story. With the average credit card interest rate hovering near or above 20%, carrying a large credit card balance ...

Evan Zimmer has been writing about finance for years. After graduating with a journalism degree from SUNY Oswego, he wrote credit card content for Credit Card Insider (now Money Tips) before moving to ...

You might not be stuck paying your card's high interest rate, even if your credit card company says no. Holly Johnson is a credit card expert and writer who covers rewards and loyalty programs, ...

As economic hardships continue, warning signs are flashing red for borrowers' finances nationwide. According to a new report from VantageScore, borrowers appear to be leaning harder than ever on their ...

The statement balance tells you how much you owe after a single billing cycle. For a more up-to-date account of your credit card debt, check the current balance. Many or all of the products on this ...

Rising credit card interest rates can make it difficult to pay off debt. If you tend to carry a balance on your credit card month after month, those high interest rates, also known as APR, can quickly ...