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How Capital One Venture X's Travel Perks Make the Fee Worth ItTravel Cards Travel cards, like the Capital One Venture X come with a sizable annual fee. Here are four ways to offset it.
By Sean Jackson
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Tip: Ways to Track Your Credit Card RewardsHere are the best strategies and apps to help you stay current with your credit card rewards.
By Ella Vincent
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How to Get Access to Airport LoungesWant a break from the hustle and bustle of airport traffic? Here are ways to get access to airport lounges.
By Sean Jackson
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How Do You Pay off Credit Card Debt?Making Your Money Last Pay off credit card debt with these tried-and-true strategies.
By Ellen B. Kennedy
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Your Rewards Credit Card Could Be Failing You. Here’s What You’re Doing WrongMaximizing credit card perks isn’t just about spending more. It’s about avoiding hidden traps that erode the value of rewards.
By Paige Cerulli
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I Wrote About Credit Cards for Years: Here's My Credit Card Rewards StrategyThis is how I maximize cash back and points for various purchases and leverage premium card benefits such as airport lounge access and annual fee waivers for active-duty military members.
By Lisa Gerstner
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Extended payment plans can help ease the sting of a big-ticket purchase. But beware of costly missteps that can add to your price.Don't Make These 'Buy Now, Pay Later' Mistakes
By Kerri Anne Renzulli
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Can You Use a Credit Card on Venmo?Here’s what you need to know before making payments with your credit card over Venmo.
By Erin Bendig
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How Do Credit Cards Work? Interest and Fees ExplainedUnderstanding how credit cards work is a key first step to avoiding debt traps or surprise fees — and gaining access to valuable perks.
By Erin Bendig
