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Every major retailer has an online store these days. That means consumers no longer have to leave their couch to buy clothes, books, groceries and more. But in a sea of credit cards, it can be hard to pick the best one for shopping online.
I’ll tell you how you can maximize your cash back while shopping online. I’ve included our roundup of the most rewarding credit cards. Plus, you’ll learn how to use shopping portals to earn 10 percent cash back or more. I managed to get 17 percent back for a recent purchase!

Most of us have gotten a letter from one credit card issuer or another telling us that we’ve been pre-approved for a card. But do you know what that really means? We’ll give you the lowdown on pre-approval and our tips and tricks for pre-qualifying for that Capital One card you really want.

Alaska Airlines credit cards are a solid option for anyone with good credit who lives in an area served by Alaska Air or one of its 17 airline partners. After you get the sign-up bonus, this card is best for earning Alaska Airlines rewards and supplementing your everyday cards that have more versatile points currencies.

Not knowing how credit card interest works can have serious consequences on your credit, especially if you are unable to make unexpected large monthly payments. However, by gaining some knowledge of how the process works, you can maximize the benefits and the rewards of credit card ownership.

Wouldn’t it be great if you could withdraw cash from your credit card the same way you can from a debit card? Well, there is a way, but it’ll cost you.

Chances are, your credit card issuer provides cash advances as a service. The service lets you get cash with a credit card, which you can do in the following ways: at an ATM, at a bank counter or via checks the bank sends you by mail. Needless to say, overspending is a bad habit and should not be the reason why you need cash. Things happen, and perhaps, an unplanned emergency put you over budget, and now you need money for rent or a car payment—things you typically cannot pay with a credit card. You might think about taking out cash from your credit card.

Credit cards come in a variety of shapes and sizes, but the best ones offer 2 percent cash back on all purchases. They’re easy to use and rewarding, earning a bonus for every purchase you make. It’s hard to beat a double cash card.

Have you tried applying for a credit card, only to be turned down time after time? Ever wonder why the banks keep telling you no? Want to know how you can change the response you get?

Chase has been a leading credit card issuer for some time and offers some of the best overall cards available. But being approved for one of these much desired cards is not always easy. Now you can increase your odds of getting approved for a Chase credit card by exploring pre-approved and pre-qualified offers.

Capital One has just announced another exciting offer. Starting now through January of 2020, the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card and the Capital One VentureOne Rewards Credit Card are offering 10x miles when you book through Hotels.com/venture and pay with your card. This is a big step up from the 2x miles you previously earned for these purchases.

Knowing your credit score is very important when it comes time to get a car loan, mortgage, or even a student loan. Your score will have an impact on what kind of interest rate you are able to get, and maybe if you’re able to get a loan at all. Discover, and 90% of other top lenders, will use FICO scores in their creditworthiness decisions. Discover will even tell you what your credit score is for free.

Identity theft is a serious problem that’s only getting worse. But don’t worry. Discover’s new Social Security number alerts has got you covered. If you’re a cardholder, the issuer will scour the dark web for the illegal use of your Social Security number.

Credit cards provide great convenience and plenty of solid loyalty point perks, especially when you first sign up for one. But, there are some pitfalls that are important to take note of when your wallet is full of cards. Consider each of these the next time you are looking through your wallet, and don’t make these big mistakes.

Although credit and debit cards look very similar, they are not. The most obvious difference between a credit and debit card is that a debit card draws from your available funds while a credit card offers a line of credit to be paid back later. However, this is not the only difference.

Pre-qualifying for a Discover card is easy. And if you’re thinking about getting a new card, like the popular Discover it Cashback Match, you should see if you’re pre-approved before submitting a full application.

Many credit card users are familiar with travel benefits offered by their credit cards including car rental coverage and lost luggage protection. Some credit cards go beyond this level of coverage, providing travel insurance that covers cardholders in the event of unforeseen events, accidents or illnesses.

Whenever you get a new credit card, you might be a little baffled by the long string of numbers. Yes, there are a lot of people with credit cards, and the issuers need to have a variety of numbers in order to make sure every person gets a unique identifying number. But that’s not the only reason. Every one of those numbers on the front of your card (and the three or four on the back) serve a purpose.

You have probably heard of a balance transfer, but how does it work and will it really save you money?
Transferring a balance can provide some relief from that debt keeping you awake at night because you can save interest payments if you transfer your balance to a card with a 0% APR.  You will also be able to pay off your debt faster since you will only be paying the actual money owed, rather than the interest charges it’s been accruing.

A store credit card, also commonly referred to as a co-branded credit card, is a credit card that is sponsored by both a retailer and a credit issuer. Aside from providing shoppers with an additional payment method, store cards are commonly intended to enhance the user’s shopping experience while promoting customer loyalty. But should you get one?

The credit card market is very competitive. Card issuers are in heavy competition for your business. As a result, credit card companies are quick to offer perks to win consumers over.
However, not all perks are created equal. In fact, consumers need to take certain steps to ensure those perks don’t turn into expensive financial headaches that cause damage to one’s financial life for years to come.

Not only is the Discover it card great for earning cash back, but it’s also an excellent tool for paying down existing debt due to its 18-month balance transfer offer. With this special financing, you’ll get 0% APR for a year and a half. Plus, you’ll earn cashback rewards on every purchase you make.
The icing on the cake is that this card is absolutely free. You’ll never have to pay an annual fee. Let’s take a closer look at what this card has to offer.