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How old do you have to be to get a credit card?
Key takeaways The minimum age to get a credit card is 18 years old. Card applicants under 21 years old…
Is the OpenSky Secured Visa Credit Card worth it?
Key takeaways The OpenSky® Secured Visa® Credit Card is a good secured credit card for those ready to rebuild their…
How to manage debt with a balance transfer card
Key takeaways Before taking on a balance transfer offer to consolidate debt, budget for a monthly payment plan to pay…
Survey: More cardholders carrying balances, credit card debt
Tim Robberts/GettyImages; Illustration by Hunter Newton/Bankrate More credit cardholders are carrying card balances from month to month, a recent Bankrate…
Best travel credit cards for beginners
Plume Creative/DigitalVision/Getty Images If you are new to the world of travel credit cards, the sheer number of terms you’ll…
Citi Custom Cash vs. Citi Diamond Preferred
Key takeaways Both the Citi Custom Cash® Card and the Citi® Diamond Preferred® Card feature no annual fee and intro…
How high can a credit card’s interest rate go?
Key takeaways Interest rate caps are controlled at the state level by usury laws, but those laws have a long…
A guide to foreign transaction fees
Key takeaways Foreign transaction fees are surcharges paid by credit card holders on international transactions. These fees typically range from…
How to request a credit line increase with Capital One
Key takeaways While some credit card issuers will automatically increase your credit limit over time if you qualify, you can…
Is the Amex Gold worth it?
Key takeaways The American Express® Gold Card is worth it for foodies, Uber lovers and frequent travelers. The Amex Gold…
