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Watch out for this triple-pronged PayPal phishing and fraud scam
December 2, 2022 by David Gewirtz
How to add a credit card as a Bitwarden vault item and why you should
December 1, 2022 by Jack Wallen
How AI is making Gen Z the most financially sophisticated generation
July 29, 2022 by Toni Husbands
American Express relaunches the Blue Cash Everyday card, expands rewards
July 28, 2022 by Evan Zimmer
Introducing the BPme Rewards Signature Visa: A modern fuel credit card
July 26, 2022 by Toni Husbands

The best unsecured credit cards: Bad credit? No worries

What's the best unsecured credit card for 2022? If you have bad credit, the Credit One Bank Platinum Visa for Rebuilding Credit is the best unsecured credit card. Secure your future, even with a low credit score.

Does Credit Karma affect your credit score? The answer may surprise you.

Credit Karma can help you monitor your credit without impacting your score.

July 8, 2022 by Lena Borrelli in Banking

Inflation: What it means for your wallet and how it impacts your life

Inflation is a global phenomenon that continues to rise. But what is inflation? ZDNet explains what it is and how it affects your cost of living.

July 6, 2022 by Charlie Osborne in Finance

Financial stress among American workers is high; employees want companies to invest more in benefits to improve their finances

Inadequate retirement savings, credit card debt, not enough money to pay for mortgage, rent, or food, are among reasons Americans are losing sleep, according to SoFi survey.

July 6, 2022 by Marc Wojno in Banking

Consumers are looking to their financial institutions for advice and guidance, but banks are falling short: Study

J.D Power's latest study measuring consumer satisfaction with financial service providers indicates that institutions aren't offering adequate advice and guidance to consumers.

July 5, 2022 by Evan Zimmer in Banking

The single best way to protect yourself against credit card fraud

Don't delegate your financial affairs. This simple technique will keep your financial house in order -- and it takes less than an hour a week.

July 5, 2022 by David Gewirtz in Credit Cards

How to avoid interest on your credit card

Avoiding interest could be as simple as these five tips.

July 1, 2022 by Lena Borrelli in Credit Cards

How to build your credit score fast: It might not take as long as you think

Anxious to improve your credit score without delay? Consider these seven expert tips.

June 30, 2022 by Lena Borrelli in Credit Cards

Does your health insurance cover international emergencies? Half of Americans don't know - Survey

Here's the scoop on why you need travel insurance and which credit cards are the best for health coverage.

June 30, 2022 by Toni Husbands in Credit Cards

Sam's Club Mastercard review: Shop and save at both Sam's Club and Walmart

Cash in the savings when you get a Sam's Club Mastercard for Walmart and Sam's Club shopping.

June 30, 2022 by Lena Borrelli in Credit Cards

American Express Green Card review: A reasonable choice for a fraction of the cost

The American Express® Green Card will get you where you need to go, with excellent travel benefits.

June 30, 2022 by Lena Borrelli in Credit Cards

The 4 best Amazon credit cards: Low rates and competitive rewards

What is the best Amazon credit card? ZDNet chose the Amazon Prime Rewards Visa Signature Card. Take your spending to the next level this upcoming Prime Day with these Amazon credit cards.

June 29, 2022 by Lena Borrelli in Credit Cards

The 5 best military credit cards: Be rewarded for your service

PenFed Power Cash Rewards Visa Signature® Card is our pick for the best military credit card with a competitive APR, no annual fee, and a long list of benefits. These are some of the other military credit cards we chose for 2022's best.

June 29, 2022 by Lena Borrelli in Credit Cards

Meet StellarFi, the app that builds your credit while paying your bills

The app aims to help consumers build their credit for any kind of bill payment they're currently making.

June 28, 2022 by Evan Zimmer in Finance

Credit cards are now dominant method for purchasing cloud computing services

Many use credit cards to purchase enterprise cloud services. Many now accept PayPal. Some now even accept crypto.

June 28, 2022 by Joe McKendrick in Credit Cards

The 5 best gas credit cards of 2022: Fill your gas tank and your bank account

ZDNet's pick for the best gas credit card is the US Bank Altitude Connect. As gas prices remain high, it's important now more than ever to get money back while at the pump.

June 28, 2022 by Evan Zimmer in Credit Cards