GREENSBORO, N.C. — Gift cards, or pre-paid credit cards from Visa, Mastercard, or AMEX gift are common. Chances are you’ve given one to someone or you have one yourself. The common issue is not ...

Evan Zimmer has been writing about finance for years. After graduating with a journalism degree from SUNY Oswego, he wrote credit card content for Credit Card Insider (now Money Tips) before moving to ...

Keeping your credit card balance in check can help you avoid credit card debt and maintain a healthy credit score. Many or all of the products on this page are from partners who compensate us when you ...

Toni is a points and miles enthusiast who has been leveraging loyalty programs to travel around the world (for nearly free) with her husband and their four young children. She’s passionate about ...

Holly Johnson is a credit card expert and writer who covers rewards and loyalty programs, budgeting, and all things personal finance. In addition to writing for publications like Bankrate, CreditCards ...

Carrying a credit card balance means you'll pay interest on your purchases, costing you more than what you've bought. If your balance is high relative to your credit limit, your credit score may take ...

These cards can be a useful tool for getting out of debt Written By Written by Contributor, Buy Side Aaron Hurd is a contributor to Buy Side and a finance expert on credit cards, travel rewards, ...

The statement balance tells you how much you owe after a single billing cycle. For a more up-to-date account of your credit card debt, check the current balance. Many or all of the products on this ...

Whether you’re new to the world of credit cards or an established pro, it’s essential to understand the terms that appear on your credit card statement. Two terms that may cause confusion, even if you ...