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How a Credit Card Is Made

Ever wondered how, exactly, your credit card is manufactured? Here's a look at how a credit card is made.

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How a Credit Card Is Made
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How a Credit Card Is Made

Ever wondered how, exactly, your credit card is manufactured? Here's a look at how a credit card is made.

Jason Steele

The Secret to Getting an Upgrade on Your Credit Card
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The Secret to Getting an Upgrade on Your Credit Card

You might be eligible for a second helping of the credit card sign-up bonus that you received when you first signed up for a rewards card.

Jason Steele

Should I Ask for a Credit Card Limit Increase?
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Should I Ask for a Credit Card Limit Increase?

When asking for a credit card limit increase, the timing has to be just right.

Jason Steele

Discover Cardholders May See $8.7M Class Action Settlement
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Discover Cardholders May See $8.7M Class Action Settlement

A U.S. District Court in California has preliminarily approved a class action settlement stemming from a lawsuit against Discover for alleged robocalling practices.

Christine DiGangi

How to Use Your Credit Card for Charity
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How to Use Your Credit Card for Charity

Tis the season for giving, and this year many people will use credit cards to donate. Here's what to know before you use your credit card for charity.

Jason Steele

Help! I Can't Get a Credit Limit Increase
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Help! I Can't Get a Credit Limit Increase

I wanted a credit limit increase on a store card I have held for several months, so I asked for one. Here's what happened.

Christine DiGangi

CARD Act Helped Consumers Without Limiting Credit Access
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CARD Act Helped Consumers Without Limiting Credit Access

While the changes brought on by the Credit CARD Act made credit cards more affordable, they didn’t restrict consumers’ access to credit.

Christine DiGangi

When to Request a Credit Limit Increase
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When to Request a Credit Limit Increase

It may seem like a good idea to request a credit limit increase from your card issuer, but like all financial decisions, this should be done thoughtfully.

Christine DiGangi

Capital One's New GM Card Signals a Change for Auto Credit Cards
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Capital One's New GM Card Signals a Change for Auto Credit Cards

Capital One and GM have just introduced a new automotive rewards card that allows cardholders to earn unlimited rewards towards their next car.

Jason Steele

How to Pick a Credit Card Balance Transfer Offer
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How to Pick a Credit Card Balance Transfer Offer

Credit card balance transfer offers might look good at first glance. But here are some factors to consider when weighing offers.

Allison Martin

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