Key Points If you make a big purchase on a credit card, pay it off as fast as possible. Improving your credit score can be achieved by keeping your credit utilization percentage as low as possible.

Using a credit card daily can earn rewards or lead to debt. CFP Chloe Moore shares smart habits to help you build credit and avoid costly mistakes.

While many Americans are not taking advantage of credit card rewards, one financial expert says that if you spend intentionally, those programs could put money in your pocket.

If you frequently fly Frontier and don't mind paying an annual fee, it may be worth picking up the airline's card. But you don't need it to earn a companion pass.

Purchase protection is an often overlooked benefit on select credit cards. It can be very handy if you buy an item that is later damaged or stolen. Not every credit card offers purchase protection ...

We asked travel and credit card experts how to maximize value and save money when it comes to pesky luggage add-ons. Here’s what you need to know.

Banks are making credit cards harder to get—for some customers. Lenders opened fewer cards in the second quarter, according to earnings reports from major issuers. They raised qualification ...

Photo Illustration: Hunter French Wells Fargo WFC -0.45% is ending a flashy credit-card partnership that lets people earn rewards points for charging their rent.

CNBC Select analyzed each Discover credit card to find the best offers based on card type, rewards and more.

In South Carolina, skimmers have been found at gas station pumps, ATM’s, retail and grocery stores. Skimmers are devices that criminals attach to point of sales or card readers to steal information.

USAA offers a variety of credit cards including some that earn cash back, travel rewards and offer intro APRs.

What used to be a simpler checkout choice (“Cash or credit?”) has become more complex, fueled by tech-enabled options that have gained traction in recent years.