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What do I need to get a credit card? Paying with a credit card offers many advantages — convenience, protection against fraud and sometimes rewards in the form of cash back or points. To get a credit ...

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When you're ready to apply for a credit card, you can take steps to help your chances of approval. Check your credit, see if you're preapproved and compare card offers before you apply. Preapproval is ...

With the holiday season in full swing, this is one of my favorite times to apply for a new credit card. Beyond wanting to map out my financial plan for 2026, this time of year often brings extra ...

When you apply for a credit card, you’ll quickly know whether you’ve been approved or rejected. If your application is ‘pending’, it means the lender needs time to review it, which may take a few days ...

With more than 10 years of experience making loans and other complex money matters more accessible to the everyday person, Jennifer has helped readers build manageable and healthy money habits. Her ...

This is a top choice for people seeking simple, flexible rewards, with a relatively small annual fee and some perks you’d expect from more premium cards.

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