Blog Category - 'Credit Cards'

MasterCard’s BillMyParents Prepaid Debit Card

by Beth May

There are many financial tools for parents to use as they prepare and educate their teens on responsible credit card usage. Here we discuss a few of those tools.

Tips for Unused Credit Cards

by Jon Dell

Have an unused credit card and wondering whether to close it or leave it open? Here are a few tips on what to do – and what not to do.

Why Discover’s Good News is Your Good News

by Evita Page

Discover is reporting increased profits and this might be good news for consumers and Discover credit card holders, too.

Visa Teams With Lawyers Without Borders

by Antonio Bard

Visa has teamed with Lawyers Without Borders to offer consumers a rewards card that offers great perks and benefits an incredible cause, too.

Killing the Magnetic Strip

by Beth May

European banks have long since adopted a much safer credit card technology and now, they’re demanding U.S. banks do the same.

A Look Back at the History of the Credit Card

by Evita Page

Ever wondered how credit became the currency of choice? Credit cards weren’t always around and the convenience and freedoms associated with them weren’t either. In fact, it’s only been the past four decades that credit cards became a feasible option for many.

Venture Card Equals Faster Business Rewards

by Jon Dell

The Capital One Venture Card gives business owners a reliable credit card with the ability to earn travel rewards, shopping rewards, and other travel benefits, faster than a lot of other credit cards. Account management and customer service add value to the card.

10 Advantages Of Using A Credit Card

by Beth May

Any method of payment and regular outgoings are best managed by using credit cards. Some offer low rates to make the corresponding banks more appealing to customers, while some offer bonuses and incentives to lure their customers to their plan.