Today’s post addresses the oft-asked question “Does having and using a credit card cause me to spend more than I would if I just carried cash around?” Much research has been done on this topic, and
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Plum Card® From American Express OPEN Review
The Plum Card® from American Express OPEN is technically a charge card, and not a credit card. This means that all charges made on the card are due when you receive your statement. However, as you’ll see below, the Plum card has certain features which make it
What To Do After You Actually Receive Your New Credit Card: Advice From A Pro
Posted: 6/26/2012 by Steve Hubbard
Most of the time we at GetDebit write reviews about specific credit cards-the good, the bad, and the ugly. However, sometimes we neglect the “post-approval” game. It turns out, there are a number of smart strategies you should pursue after you actually get approved for
Best Credit Card Sign Up Bonuses
Last Updated: 7/9/2012
While there are hundreds of credit card deals and sign-up bonuses out there, a few select offers will make your eyes go wide in disbelief, like this cute lemur. These bonuses can really can add up
Best Cashback Credit Cards
Last Updated: 5/14/2013
While there are some amazing airline and hotel loyalty credit cards out there, there’s something special about pure cash back credit cards that’s spiritually appealing to our inner capitalist selves. Out with black-out dates and annoying
US Bank Platinum Visa Card Review
The US Bank Platinum Visa card does not offer any rewards, so it shouldn’t be in your consideration set in that regard. However, this card does have some strong suits.
Firstly, it offers a 15 month 0% APR on both purchases and balance transfers. There is a 3% balance
Credit Card FAQs
How Old Do I Have To Be To Get A Credit Card?
In the United States, a person must be at least 18 years old to obtain a credit card. People under the age of 18
American Express® Gold Card Review
Last Reviewed: 3/20/2012
The American Express® Gold Card is a legendary piece of credit card (technically, charge card!) history..
Every credit card has its own DNA and history, and this card is no exception. We’ll call
Marriott Rewards Credit Cards: Which One Should You Get?
Last Reviewed: 10/9/2011
Sometimes choosing can be tough, like the time the Dark Knight had to choose whether to rescue his girlfriend or Harvey Dent. However, in the case of the Chase Marriott and Chase Marriot Premier credit cards, the
What is the Value of American Express Membership Rewards Points?
There are three levels of Amex Rewards—Membership Rewards Express, Membership Rewards (which is what this article is focused on), and Membership Rewards First. We have blogged separately about the Express program in our post What is the