Advice & Expertise Blog

Articles in October 2018

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   Review: Is The Chase Freedom Unlimited® Card Right for You?

   Kat Tretina October 26, 2018  •  5 Minute Read

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   If you’re looking for a valuable rewards credit card you can use to earn cash back, the Chase Freedom Unlimited® card might be for you. Boasting a high cash back rate and a nice signup bonus, you can start building valuable rewards quickly.

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   How to Pick the Best Travel Credit Card in 5 Easy Steps

   Kat Tretina October 24, 2018  •  3 Minute Read

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   Whether you traveling for pleasure or business, a good travel credit card can make your life much easier. You can earn cash back rewards, receive bonus offers, get access to airport lounges, and even get rental car coverage.

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   5 Differences Between Charge Cards and Credit Cards

   Kat Tretina October 18, 2018  •  3 Minute Read

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   What type of card you have is important. It affects how much you owe each month, what you’ll pay in fees, and how much you can spend. When deciding whether to open a credit card or a charge card, it’s important to keep these differences in mind to ensure you make the right choice for you.

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   Why You Should Cover Childcare and Other Bills with a Credit Card

   Holly Johnson October 16, 2018  •  5 Minute Read

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   When it comes to earning credit card rewards, there are two main strategies to consider. You can focus on signing up for new cards to earn signup bonuses regularly, or you can do your best to maximize earnings on the cards you have.

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   How to Use a Personal Loan to Launch a Freelance Business

   Kat Tretina October 12, 2018  •  3 Minute Read

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   Many new freelancers and business owners go through the same thing. They have trouble getting the money they need because they’re so new. If you are entering into the world of freelancing and are needing the extra funds to be successful, learn more about how a personal loan might be best for you.

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   What is the Best Discover Credit Card?

   Holly Johnson October 8, 2018  •  5 Minute Read

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   If you’re in the market for a new credit card this year and think a Discover card could meet your needs, it helps to gain an understanding of each card’s unique value proposition. This guide breaks down the benefits of each card as well as who it’s good for.

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   Worried About Your Identity? Now You Can Freeze Your Credit for Free

   Holly Johnson October 2, 2018  •  5 Minute Read

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   While many people have kept an eye on their credit by signing up for free credit monitoring or paying for an identity protection service like LifeLock, there has been another option on the table for some time now — freezing your credit. Through a credit freeze, Americans have had the opportunity to stall their credit and make it unavailable to anyone who tries to open an account in their name.

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   What’s the Best Way to Avoid Bank Overdraft Fees?

   Holly Johnson October 1, 2018  •  5 Minute Read

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   When it comes to choosing a bank, there are several ways to keep costs at a minimum while scoring valuable benefits. You can opt for a bank that offers free checking, high interest savings account options, or online banking perks that make paying bills or making deposits easy, for example.

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