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Do You Need a Job to Get a Credit Card? The Answer May Surprise You…

December 19, 2022 by Annie Z
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If you are currently not working, you may be curious whether you need a job to qualify for a credit card. Fortunately, being unemployed doesn’t automatically disqualify you from getting approved for a credit card. …

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Do Credit Cards Have PINs? | How Using a PIN Keeps You Secure

December 5, 2022December 5, 2022 by Annie Z
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Unlike debit cards, it is uncommon for credit cards in the U.S. to come with PINs as they are often not required for transactions.

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18 Life-Changing Credit Card Hacks to Level Up Your Finances

December 5, 2022November 29, 2022 by Annie Z
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When used strategically, credit card hacks can help you save money and earn rewards for your purchases.

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2022 Chase Sapphire Preferred Review: A Top-Notch Travel Card

October 31, 2022 by Annie Z
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With the holiday season right around the corner, you may be wondering which travel credit card you should use for your upcoming trips. We highly recommend considering the Chase Sapphire Preferred credit card, a top-rated travel …

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What Happens If You Don’t Use Your Credit Card? (Yes, There Are Consequences)

December 6, 2022October 9, 2022 by Annie Z
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If you are juggling multiple credit cards or have credit cards you have stopped using, you may be wondering what happens if you don’t use your credit card. There are a few potential consequences to …

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How To Get Your Credit Balance Refund — A 3-Step Guide

November 18, 2022August 15, 2022 by Brijen Patel
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A credit balance refund happens when you have a negative credit card balance — meaning the bank owes you cash back!

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What Happens If I Don’t Pay My Credit Card for 5 Years? Are There Consequences?

September 28, 2022July 21, 2022 by Annie Z
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Depending on your card issuer, if you stop paying your credit card bills, you can face serious consequences ranging from late fees to a potential lawsuit.

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How Many Credit Cards Are Too Many?

July 15, 2022 by Annie Z
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You may be wondering how many credit cards you should have. It really depends.

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At What Age Can You Get a Credit Card?

September 16, 2022July 1, 2022 by Annie Z
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You must be at least 18 years old to open a credit card on your own, though you can be as young as 13 to be an authorized user on someone else’s card.

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2022 Amazon Prime Visa Card Review: A Retail Card That Packs a Punch

July 1, 2022 by Annie Z

The Amazon Prime Rewards Visa Signature Card is a store-branded card that gives you 5% back at both Amazon and Whole Foods, but you need an Amazon Prime membership to get this card.

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