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The back of your Mastercard is going to look very different beginning in the new year. In April 2019, Mastercard…

Despite a generally healthy economy, many retailers are struggling to get people into their stores. Just recently, department store chain Sears filed…

Editor's note: An earlier version of this story called this a "data breach," when it is actually more of a…

Is medical debt from surprise medical bills hurting your credit? You've got more options and more time than ever to…

Freezing your credit with all three major credit bureaus is the single most important thing you can do to protect…

There's an old Chinese saying, "One day, a thousand autumns" that indicates a pace of rapid change. That saying is…

With data breaches so prevalent, many consumers have had to familiarize themselves with the three major credit bureaus to freeze…

If you're in the market for a home or new car, you're probably paying attention to your credit score. After…

With vacation season underway, you're probably feeling the urge to plan a trip and relax for a few days. But…

It's safe to say that cell phones have become must-have gadgets for most of us these days. Because criminals know…

Embedded in a new law meant to loosen banking regulations is a provision that allows parents or guardians to place…

Credit cards are an important financial tool for many people, but if you don't understand how credit card interest works,…

Credit card rewards are a very valuable asset and can turn into free or discounted flights, hotel nights, gift cards,…

When it comes to money matters, most of us have experienced financial setbacks at one time or another. The great…

In 2016, Chase introduced its Sapphire Reserve credit card, and the award travel world went crazy. Chase literally couldn't produce…

It's a classic complaint: Your purchases somehow find a way to break right after the manufacturer's warranty expires. One option…

Pushed by the banks for years, debit cards have become a popular way to pay for everything from gas to…

Credit card default rates by U.S. consumers are on the rise, according to a report published this week. The S&P…

Credit cards can be valuable tools to have, but only when they're used the right way. By minimizing fees and…

Credit cards are a financial tool that can lead to great rewards and benefits, but if mishandled can lead to…

You may have heard of freezing your credit, but have you ever heard of freezing your credit card? If you're…

Asking the question, “What is a good credit card?” is kind of like asking “What is a good car?” as…

We have some good news if you've had tax troubles in the past. The three main credit bureaus will remove…

The next time you go to use your Visa, Mastercard, American Express or Discover credit card, you may notice a…

Most people do all they can to pay their bills on time and be good stewards of their financial lives,…

As technology becomes more enmeshed with personal finance, cybersecurity breaches are becoming more prevalent. While there's usually significant media coverage…

Are you ready to take control of your financial life? We're here to help! Financial change is all about discipline.…

For people with no credit history, getting access to credit can be a difficult thing. In the past, money expert…

If your credit was pulled for any reason in 2016, there's a chance it contained incorrect information. RELATED: What happens…

The holiday season is here and that means stores packed with shoppers and merchants dangling sales in front of them…