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Should I Get a Credit Card Before or After I Move?

Here's what to consider if you're looking to get a new credit card and moving at the same time.

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Should I Get a Credit Card Before or After I Move?
Credit Cards

Should I Get a Credit Card Before or After I Move?

Here's what to consider if you're looking to get a new credit card and moving at the same time.

Brooke Niemeyer

I Have Good Credit, So Why Is My Credit Card APR Going Up?
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I Have Good Credit, So Why Is My Credit Card APR Going Up?

You never thought this would happen to you, but there it is: an advance warning (as required by law) that your credit card APR is going up.

Jeanine Skowronski

The Biggest Mistake You're Making on Your Credit Card Application
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The Biggest Mistake You're Making on Your Credit Card Application

It can be painful to have your credit card application rejected. But most applicants can avoid this with one simple step.

Jason Steele

What Exactly Is a Charge Card?
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What Exactly Is a Charge Card?

Here's what you should know about what makes charge cards different than your standard credit card.

Jason Steele

Can I Get a Temporary Credit Card?
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Can I Get a Temporary Credit Card?

You can't really rent plastic, per se, but there are some options available for people looking for a temporary credit card.

Jason Steele

Can I Let Someone Else Use My Credit Card?
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Can I Let Someone Else Use My Credit Card?

It's not illegal to lend someone else your credit card, but there's a good chance you're violating your credit card contract.

Jeanine Skowronski

5 Things Guaranteed to Happen When You Apply for a Credit Card
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5 Things Guaranteed to Happen When You Apply for a Credit Card

Every card issuer may handle things on the back-end a bit differently, but there are still some guarantees when you apply for a credit card.

Jason Steele

How Companies Know Your New Credit Card Number Before You Give it to Them
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How Companies Know Your New Credit Card Number Before You Give it to Them

Ever wonder how a company knew your new credit card information before you gave it to them? There is a possible reason.

Jill Krasny

Can I Apply for More Than One Credit Card at the Same Time?
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Can I Apply for More Than One Credit Card at the Same Time?

There's nothing stopping you from applying for more than one credit card, per se, but there are certainly reasons you may not want to.

Jason Steele

Can I Use My Company Credit Card to Earn Rewards?
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Can I Use My Company Credit Card to Earn Rewards?

Wouldn’t it be great to earn valuable points, miles or cash back from the purchases you make on behalf your company? In some cases, you can.

Jason Steele

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