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Articles in April 2019

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   Home Depot Credit Card Review

   CreditSoup Staff April 30, 2019  •  6 Minute Read

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   Review of the Home Depot Credit Card benefits and short comings.

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   6 Most Simple Travel Rewards Credit Cards

   Jason Steele April 29, 2019  •  2 Minute Read

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   Have you ever read the terms and conditions of a frequent flyer program? These documents were clearly written by teams of lawyers, and sometimes you almost have to be a lawyer to figure out how to redeem your miles. If you’re fed up with trying to decipher these complicated “reward” programs, then perhaps it’s time you reconsider how you earn your rewards and which credit card you use.

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   3 Amazing Features Of The Freedom Unlimited® That Everyone Misses

   Jason Steele April 26, 2019  •  5 Minute Read

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   There’s no doubt that the Chase Freedom® is one of the most popular reward credit cards of the last decade. With no annual fee, it’s been Chase’s entry-level rewards card that you will find in a huge percentage of American Wallets. Most people just seem to like its formula of offering 5x rewards on up to $1,500 spent each quarter at featured merchants, and 1x elsewhere.

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   5 Reasons to Skip Travel Rewards and Pursue Cash-Back Instead

   Holly Johnson April 24, 2019  •  4 Minute Read

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   Rewards vs. Cash Back? Cash-back may not always be as lucrative, but there are a lot fewer hoops to jump through with a cash-back rewards program. Check out these 5 reasons you should skip travel rewards and go for the cash back.

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   Top Rewards Cards for Summer 2018 Travel

   Holly Johnson April 23, 2019  •  4 Minute Read

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   Fortunately, your summer getaway doesn’t have to break the bank. There are myriad travel credit cards that can make your summer getaway both cheap and fun, although the right card for your needs depends on where you want to go and your travel style.

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   What Are Foreign Transaction Fees

   Kat Tretina April 19, 2019  •  3 Minute Read

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   Credit card offers charge certain fees. One of the most common are foreign transaction fees. These fees are charged whenever you make a purchase with a non-U.S. retailer. The fees are generally set as a percentage of your total purchase; they’re typically about 3%.

7. Is the Bank of America® Business Advantage Travel Rewards World Mastercard® right for you?

   Kat Tretina April 14, 2019  •  3 Minute Read

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   As a business owner, having access to a reliable source of credit is essential for your business’ well-being and operations. A good credit card can be invaluable, helping you purchase the inventory and supplies you need, when you need them.

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   Making Sense of the Credit Card Reconsideration Process

   Kat Tretina April 11, 2019  •  3 Minute Read

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   When you apply for a credit card, you usually get an immediate response: you’re either approved or (gulp) denied. If you have your heart set on a certain card because of its valuable rewards or benefits, getting a denial can be frustrating.

9. Review: Is the Capital One QuicksilverOne Cash Rewards Credit Card Right for You?

   Kat Tretina April 5, 2019  •  4 Minute Read

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   You can step up your shopping game by applying for a strong credit card, like the Capital One QuicksilverOne Cash Rewards Credit Card. Offering valuable benefits and perks, it’s an excellent addition to your wallet.

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