I think about credit cards all the time. As a personal finance journalist, I've written about credit card rewards for a decade now, and have more than three dozen active cards of my own.

Below are our staff picks for the year's best prepaid and debit cards. Unlike traditional credit cards, these cards require that cardholders load funds onto the card before using. Disclosure: When you ...

She's been writing about credit cards and reward travel since 2011 with articles on Forbes Advisor, BoardingArea, The Points Guy and more. Her redemptio... Jerod Morales is a deputy editor at ...

I only use prepaids when absolutely necessary. Save the spent cards for free trials where you have to give cc. It's hilarious watching them try and hammer through a payment after the trial expires.

She's been writing about credit cards and reward travel since 2011 with articles on Forbes Advisor, BoardingArea, The Points Guy and more. Her redemptio... Clint ProctorLead Editor, Credit Cards ...

.Terms apply to American Express benefits and offers. Visit americanexpress.com to learn more. The best travel credit cards offer more than just valuable rewards. They can help you save on ...

If you have poor credit, you won't be eligible for the most rewarding credit cards. Secured credit cards can help you get your credit back on track, but require a deposit to open. However ...

Our opinions are our own. The best credit card is one that's best aligned with your specific needs. NerdWallet's credit card experts have reviewed and rated hundreds of options for the best credit ...

Our opinions are our own. Rewards credit cards come in two main varieties. Cash-back cards pay you back a percentage of each transaction. Travel rewards cards give you points or miles that you can ...

But bad credit doesn't have to be a "forever" problem. Obtaining a credit card can help you improve your credit score when you use the card responsibly — which includes making on-time payments and ...

American Express is well known for premium travel cards such as The Platinum Card® from American Express and premium "experiential" offerings like concierge service. But this major card issuer ...