To avoid credit card theft, it’s not enough to simply keep your credit card in a secure place — you have to monitor your credit card statements and credit reports routinely for signs of fraud. As data ...

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A phishing email scam targeting American Express customers shows how cybercriminals use fake urgent messages to steal ...

So I’ve been writing about personal finance — credit cards, in particular — for almost seven years. I’ve seen my credit score increase by over 100 points in that time. Did I get a big head during that ...

Whether you’re ordering dinner from Uber Eats or buying that bestselling embarrassing product you’re too humiliated to get in the store, many of us purchase things online. It’s simply too easy, the ...

I plan new card applications around large, predictable bills to meet minimum spending requirements easily when welcome ...

Credit card fraud could be just the start of your problems. Luckily, there are steps you can take to limit the damage. Holly Johnson is a credit card expert and writer who covers rewards and loyalty ...

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While a minor cannot legally get their own credit card until they hit 18 and show proof of a steady source of income, adding your child to your card as an authorized user can help them start building ...