With travel credit cards and loyalty programs, nothing lasts forever. Welcome bonuses, benefits and rules are in constant flux. The best deals can last for years or be erased in a matter of weeks. With that in mind, I’ve identified three opportunities to take advantage of in 2026, all of …
The holidays may be over but your budget could still be carrying the weight of all that spending. In fact, according to a LendingTree survey, more than a third of Americans (37%) racked up holiday debt this year, averaging $1,223 — up from $1,181 last year and the highest level …
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Nearly 175 million Americans carried credit card debt into the holiday season, according to TransUnion data. With balances averaging more than $6,500 and APRs hovering around 23%, clearing the ledger is on many people’s minds in the new year. Making progress with debt can feel insurmountable, especially if you didn’t …
Terms apply to American Express benefits and offers. Visit americanexpress.com to learn more. Travel Tuesday can be a great time to book your summer vacation and save a chunk of money. But how do you know you’re actually getting an advertised 30% or 50% off a flight, hotel or car …
Terms apply to American Express benefits and offers. Visit americanexpress.com to learn more. As you go about your Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping, you might be drawn to store cards. These credit cards frequently come with enticing offers and immediate discounts, which can be tempting if you’re looking to …
Our data is for sale — everything from our addresses and Social Security numbers to our browsing histories and employment records. Data brokers sell our personal details to other companies for marketing, credit reporting, debt collection and other purposes, including training large language models. Your information can also fall into the …
A promotion can feel like a green light to upgrade your lifestyle. But before you make any big purchases or or open new accounts, take a look at what that increased income means for your budget, your tax liability and your long-term financial goals. “One of the biggest mistakes people …
Social Security provides nearly 74 million Americans with a vital source of funding. Nearly two-thirds (63%) of recipients say they rely on their checks for at least half of their personal income, according to the Pew Research Center, and more than a quarter (27%) describe it as their sole source …
When you start looking at premium credit cards, the high annual fees can be off-putting. Instead of paying a hundred dollars or more for a credit card, consider a card that will waive your first annual fee. This can be a great way to experience the card firsthand without any …