Costco, the mammoth wholesale retailer known for its affordable gold and $1.50 hot dogs, is set to open its first standalone gas station in Mission Viejo, California. Costco has been a competitor in the fueling space since 1995, but its gas stations have always been built alongside its warehouse stores. …
The average American has about four active credit cards. If you’re feeling the burden of a higher cost of living — from higher gas prices to rising grocery costs — it can be tough to make sure that each of your credit cards is getting paid on time. While the …
Having a credit card that earns rewards with so many redemption options and perks can sometimes feel overwhelming. Should you spend your rewards on cash back or travel? And is it worth using one card for its trip insurance at the expense of earning higher rewards with another card? Credit …
Historically, college graduates have tended to find jobs faster and experience lower unemployment than workers without a degree. But recent data suggests it’s now harder to find a job that fits your skill set once you graduate. According to the Federal Reserve of New York, 42.5% of recent college graduates …
Credit cards are notorious for charging exceptionally high interest rates. However, some credit cards offer no interest for a set number of months or billing cycles. These interest-free periods can apply to purchases, balance transfers or both. While the best intro APR credit cards don’t have the same level of …
On March 4, Robinhood announced the launch of a new premium credit card with a $695 annual fee. The Robinhood Platinum Card positions itself to compete with established luxury cards like the American Express Platinum Card® (see rates and fees), which carries an $895 annual fee. This is the company’s …
It’s difficult to describe the U.S. economy in black and white terms like “good” or “bad.” On several fronts, the data says the economy is healthy. But surveys show American consumers don’t feel that way. “There’s no doubt right now that different data can show slightly different narratives,” says Heather …
Losing a job can be stressful but getting a severance check can soften the blow. And there are ways to use that money to improve your financial footing. First things first, if you’re carrying high-interest debt, that lump sum could be a chance to wipe out balances that have been …
You should avoid carrying a credit card balance whenever possible. But if you do, make sure you’re not paying more than necessary. Many banks use credit scores to assess lending risk, meaning the lower your credit score, the more you could pay in interest. According to Consumer Financial Protection Bureau …
The dreaded, Sisyphean question many of us face daily: What’s for dinner? Some days, you might already have the answer. But there are likely many days when you don’t, or simply have too much on your plate (pun intended) and need an easy solution. With the right credit card in …
