Several times, I’ve done what is considered unthinkable by most personal finance experts: I signed up for store credit cards at the point of sale. I have a Macy’s card, which I signed up for a discount on clothing I was planning to buy — clothing that is probably overpriced in the first place. But ... Continue reading this article…

Even though cash back rewards programs have increased over the years, they’ve also become much more complex. When a credit card issuer decides to offer more than 1 percent cash back, the company usually does it in a convoluted way that few consumers take the time to understand. Some require specific purchases to be made while ... Continue reading this article…

Of all the credit cards available to Americans today, student credit cards are rare among issuers. Credit card providers generally carry a variety of travel rewards, cash rewards, and point-based credit cards, but only have one card with features designed for college students. With less variety among those that are available on the market, it’s ... Continue reading this article…

American Express continues to top J.D. Power & Associates’ list for best credit card issuers for customer satisfaction, thanks mainly to its strong rewards programs like the one that accompanies the Starwood Preferred Guest Credit Card. The rewards program and top-ranked customer service from American Express continues to foster appreciation among personal card owners, and ... Continue reading this article…

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For people in certain businesses, perception is more important than reality. A real estate agent who sells high-value properties generally tries to impress his or her clients by looking the part of a high-value property real estate agent. Fancy cars, fancy meals, and fancy clothing are all part of this facade. While the American Centurion ... Continue reading this article…

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I’ve been using rewards credit cards for many years now. I initially used cash back credit cards to turn what was mostly necessary spending or purchases I would have made with cash or a debit card anyway into hundreds of dollars back in my hands — or by bank account — each year. Now I ... Continue reading this article…