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If you enjoy traveling but hate spending a fortune, securing a rewards-earning credit card to help offset travel expenses is a logical consideration. Whether you’re looking to cover the cost of flights, lodging, or even experiences, a travel rewards card…

If you frequent a specific hotel chain, you may have struggled to select a hotel-branded credit card or a travel rewards card. Each option has a case to be made. Select a travel rewards card and earn flexible rewards that…

There is an endless collection of rewards-earning cards at your disposal. A key objective to keep in mind during your search for the perfect card is earning well on the purchases you spend the most on. Beyond that, redemption options…

Selecting a personal travel rewards card is well — personal. We all have different spending habits and a tolerance for how large an annual fee we’re comfortable paying. Plus, our goals may differ depending on how we utilize our rewards….

A key foundation of a points and miles lifestyle is having an everyday spending card that earns rewards on common purchases. With that foundation in place, every purchase you make will earn valuable rewards. Selecting a card that will match…

We’re big fans of earning rewards not just on major purchases but also on regular purchases such as dining and groceries. Those everyday purchases add up, and so do the associated rewards. To maximize earning rewards on frequent purchases, you’ll…

Whether it’s your daily coffee, a work lunch, or purchases at the grocery store and gas station, using a card (whether debit or credit) has become the norm over using cash. For this reason, using an everyday spending card that…

If you’re a frequent Delta Air Lines flyer, you’ve probably considered the airline’s co-branded credit cards. It makes sense to earn miles you can use, plus receive Delta-related flight benefits. While a Delta-branded card is certainly logical, today we’re going…

It can be challenging to find an everyday card that does it all. Earning rewards on your most frequent and greatest purchases is a definite priority, and so is having access to redemption options that fit your travel goals. Whether…

Your business is starting to grow and you’ve decided to secure a business card. But which one? It’s not a trivial question to ask yourself — the right business card can be an important step to separate personal expenses from business…

The savvy business owner typically understands the value of having the right business credit card. That said, finding the right business card can take considerable effort. With the prospect of so many business cards from which to select, we’ve taken…

If you’re not quite ready to take on the high annual fee typically required of a premium travel rewards card yet want to start earning flexible travel rewards, you’ll find today’s card comparison appropriate. We’ve selected 2 solid rewards-earning cards…

Having the right business card for your operation can add value to your business’s bottom line. And while earning rewards on every purchase your business makes is a key benefit, there are other benefits to having a business credit card…

It’s no secret that signing up for a hotel loyalty program can deliver tangible benefits that can make your hotel stays more comfortable, save you money, and help you earn free hotel nights faster. Entry-level benefits can include complimentary Wi-Fi,…

Selecting the right business card can add bottom-line economic value to your business, help organize your expenses, and provide benefits that make your professional life easier. The Capital One Venture X Business Card* and the Ink Business Preferred^® Credit Card…

According to U.S. Department of Agriculture statistics, the average family spends more on eating out than on groceries. This statistic translates to the average family spending nearly 6% of their household income on eating away from home. Add weekly groceries,…

The American Express^® Business Gold Card isn’t necessarily one of those showy new credit cards with a giant welcome bonus. It doesn’t offer flashy benefits like hotel elite status or airport lounge access, so you’ll have to dig deeper to…

As a business owner, managing your business well can mean prioritization. If one of those priorities is simplifying expense management, securing the right business credit card could help you reach that objective. Some of the best business credit cards designed…

There’s plenty to be said about keeping things simple, even when selecting a credit card. Few credit card issuers do a better job of reflecting that philosophy than Capital One. The card issuer is historically known for its core collection…

When a credit card issuer introduces a popular card, it’s not uncommon to see both a consumer version and a business version. Take, for example, The Platinum Card^® from American Express and The Business Platinum Card^® from American Express, or…

We’re a fan of everyday-spending cards. After all, what’s not to like about earning rewards on the purchases you make daily? And, while earning rewards for purchases you’re already making may sound like a smart decision, selecting a card that…