Barri Segal
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Poll: Most Americans learn about finances from friends and families
According to a recent CreditCards.com survey, 37% of U.S. adults cited friends and family as their go-to resources for financial advice. → Read More
The underlying causes of credit card debt
People go into credit card debt for many reasons. Explore the underlying causes of credit card debt and learn how to manage that debt in a positive way. → Read More
What does being creditworthy really mean?
Your credit score is just one thing lenders take into consideration when they assess you. Find out the everything they use to make their decisions. → Read More
Coronavirus: How to carry card debt responsibly
It's hard to keep calm during the coronavirus pandemic, but you might be able to if you follow these guidelines on managing your debt. → Read More
Which credit scores do mortgage lenders use?
Mortgage lenders look at specific credit scores when considering borrowers for loans. Make sure you know which ones they are looking at now. → Read More
TransUnion: Credit availability higher than ever
Consumers are accessing credit more than ever, but serious delinquencies are up. Read TransUnion's Q4 2019 Industry Insights Report now. → Read More
Guide to Earnin: How to access your pay early
Don't take out a payday loan because you are short on cash before payday. Consider apps like Earnin to access your money early. → Read More
Do tax liens affect your credit score?
Although tax liens no longer affect your credit score, they can ding you in other financial situations. Pay them off ASAP. → Read More
Credit card trends to watch for in 2020
Find out now what experts think will happen in the credit card market for 2020. See how your opinions line up with theirs. → Read More
Advantages of using credit cards
12 benefits of credit cards that you might not know about — experts point out all the reasons you should use your cards and reap the rewards. → Read More
I did everything right (or so I thought) and didn’t get my bonus miles
It's important to read the fine print before you sign up for a card that has a big sign-up bonus. I didn't, and I missed out on 60,000 bonus miles. → Read More
5 key credit card marketing trends on the horizon
Credit card issuers may have to offer personal finance management tools in the future to compete with new players such as Apple. → Read More
Average Fico Credit Score Reaches High of 706
The average FICO score for U.S. consumers is 706, according to the credit scoring firm. Consumers' scores have been on the rise since the Great Recession. → Read More
Binji offers card consolidation, P2P payments
Meet Binji, a new peer-to-peer payment system that aims to streamline the payment process. It also gives users a clear picture of their spending. → Read More
How often should you use your credit card?
Many people don't know how often they need to use their accounts to keep them active or what happens when they are closed due to inactivity. → Read More
The pros and cons of credit union credit cards
A credit union card might be a great choice, but before you sign on the dotted line, familiarize yourself with its pros and cons. See what experts say. → Read More
Equifax to offer free credit reports, scores every month
Equifax is offering free credit reports and scores every month, in addition to the yearly free report it must provide to all consumers. → Read More
Gen Z driving credit card growth, says TransUnion
Gen Z-ers significantly drove credit card market growth during the first half of 2019, according to a new report from TransUnion. → Read More
Will personal loans eclipse Americans’ credit card use?
it's easier than ever to get a personal loan. Could this turn consumers away from using their credit cards? Read what experts think. → Read More
Luxury spending poll: Cutting back to get out of debt
A new CreditCards.com poll shows U.S. consumers who have credit card debt are outspending debt-free households in seven of nine luxury spending categories. → Read More