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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…

Wouldn’t it be great if every daily purchase you made earned cash-back that could accumulate for use at a later date or to offset your monthly expenses? Having an everyday spending card is a solution that automatically ensures every purchase…

If you’re an active-duty military member looking for an everyday spending card, you’re going to want to keep reading. American Express is known for doing an excellent job of providing military benefits for active-duty cardholders. These military benefits, based on…

You’ll find value in today’s article on Citi military benefits if you’re an active-duty military member holding a Citi credit card or a service member not on active duty who is considering one. Decades ago, laws were enacted to help…

If you’re an active-duty military member and have a Citi-issued credit card, you’ll find our article on taking advantage of Citi military benefits of high interest. Citi military benefits are based on the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA) passed in…

American Express does an excellent job of providing card benefits for active-duty military members. Since American Express also issues some of the best travel rewards cards, the added perk of military benefits results in some excellent card choices for servicemembers….

If you’re an active-duty military member who stays at Marriott properties, you’re going to find value in our guide to the benefits of Chase’s Marriott Bonvoy credit cards. Chase does a commendable job of providing military benefits on all of…

If you’re a military service member looking for simplicity in a credit card, the timing of today’s article featuring the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card could be perfect. We’ll talk about all the features and benefits of the card,…

While military service involves sacrifice and commitment, it can also come with financial challenges. Fortunately, laws have been passed to help alleviate some of these challenges. The Servicemembers Civil Relief Act of 2003 (SCRA) and the Military Lending Act of…

We salute those currently serving active duty in the military or who have served. We appreciate that military service carries major responsibilities, personal sacrifices, and even financial challenges. The financial challenges that many military families face came to the forefront…

Our military members make occupational sacrifices while facing unique challenges in their personal lives. Trying to balance the challenges of duty, home life, and commitment can also be supplemented by the financial challenges of military service. The financial challenges have…

The sacrifices made by those who serve in the military are significant. In addition to these sacrifices are the practical challenges of balancing duty, home, and commitment. One of the less-obvious challenges may be the potential financial burden. Years ago,…

It’s no secret that I enjoy returning to Iceland. I keep going back as I haven’t even scratched the surface of places to see and activities to experience in the country. I’m fortunate enough to have stayed at several hotels…

Hilton has a strong presence in Reykjavik, the relatively small capital city of Iceland, and I’ve had the pleasure of staying at 2 of the 4 Hilton properties there. My favorite time to visit Iceland is the first part of…

Starting on your own usually means you’ll be responsible for most, if not all, of your finances. Managing your finances can include applying for a credit card — hopefully, one that earns rewards. The Chase Freedom Rise℠ Credit Card and…

A cash-back card can be a great choice for a starter credit card — especially one that doesn’t charge an annual fee. Plus, cash-back is one of the most liquid forms of rewards you can earn. The 2 cash-back cards…

If you commonly rent a vehicle during your travels, chances are you’ve depended on the complimentary car rental insurance on your credit card. Or, perhaps you’ve felt better protected paying the per-day charge for the protection offered by the car…

I’ve heard the accolades of upscale accommodations and the good value that can be had when booking select Choice Hotel properties in Scandinavian countries. It wasn’t until a friend recommended I stay at the Clarion Hotel Copenhagen Airport on a…