You can use a prepaid debit card a lot like a traditional card to make purchases, but it’s important to understand the rules and fees. David McMillin writes about credit cards, mortgages, banking, ...

If you are responsible with your purchasing habits, a credit card is much more useful and safer than a debit card. The right cash back credit card can earn you hundreds, or thousands of dollars a year ...

With an estimated net worth of $200 million, Ramsey can afford to rack up a credit card bill and pay it off, but that doesn't ...

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Personal finance expert Suze Orman has years of experience guiding people on how to make the most of their money. She focuses on debt reduction and the emotional side of money, and you may be able to ...

In the last few years, multiple fintechs and banks have released credit-building debit cards. While they’re not true debit cards, they might actually be a good option for someone looking to build ...

It’s common for hotels to retire some type of card at check-in. You may get better protection and more financial flexibility. The right cash back credit card can earn you hundreds, or thousands of ...

There are huge differences between swiping a debit card and swiping a credit card. And these differences go far beyond whether or not you’re racking up credit card debt. Debit and credit cards give ...

Corrections & Clarifications: An earlier version of this story misstated where Jared Gibson lives. He resides in Highland Park, Ill. Jared Gibson is a basketball fan, but he didn't attend the NBA ...

Credit cards offer rewards and protection, but using them exclusively has downsides. Here's what to know before going all-in on credit.

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