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CardRatings Unveils Its List of Best Credit Cards for 2021

by Jonathan Dyer 3
For reasons that do not need to be explained, 2020 proved to be an interesting year in the world of credit cards. While some products proved more useful than ever, others felt the need to pivot in order to prove their worth to cardholders and retain customers. Now, looking ahead to the new year, CardRatings has named their top credit cards for 2021 across a number of categories. Editor's note:...
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Guide to Annual Fee Cards That Are Worth It

by Kyle Burbank 3
If you're like many Americans, you may be wondering "who on Earth would pay for a credit card?" It's a fair question considering that applying for a card with an annual fee is not something to be taken lightly — after all, you'll need to not only pay this fee once but will be also have pay every year (with the chance of the fee increases over time as well)....
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BlockFI Opens Waitlist for Bitcoin Rewards Credit Card

by Jonathan Dyer
It seems as though, in recent weeks, cryptocurrencies have been having a bit of a renaissance. In addition to more high-profile figures expressing interest and even confidence in the technology, the price of Bitcoin has continued to enjoy a bull run (despite a few pullbacks along the way). Now, the company BlockFi has announced that its opening the waitlist for its upcoming Bitcoin Rewards Credit Card, which will reward users for...
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American Express Platinum Card Introduces Increased Bonus with Limited-Time 10x Multipliers

by Jonathan Dyer 3
Editor's Note: The offer detailed below is no longer available. For the latest information on this card, visit CardRatings. When it comes to top-tier credit card offers, American Express has just thrown down the gauntlet. As of today, the extremely popular (and very premium) American Express Platinum card is offering a new welcome bonus that not only ups the number of points that new cardholders can earn but also entitles...
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SoFi Reveals Details on Rewards Credit Card

by Jonathan Dyer
Between 2019 and 2020, the FinTech SoFi has done an awful lot. In addition to rolling out a hybrid banking account and an investment platform, the company has also raised its profile by scoring naming rights to the Southern California stadium that's now home to the Los Angeles Rams and Los Angeles Chargers. Now, the brand has unveiled details about its next venture: The SoFi Credit Card. The SoFi Credit...
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American Express Expands Uber Partnership, Adds New Credit to Gold Card

by Jonathan Dyer
At a time when Americans are continuing to eat-in more, American Express and Uber have announced that they're expanding their partnership and bringing new perks to Amex customers. First up, the popular American Express Gold card will be introducing a new monthly Uber credit. Starting "early next year," Gold cardholders will earn $10 a month ($120 a year) in Uber Cash that can be used for eligible rides or Uber...
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American Express Introduces Increased Welcome Bonus for Gold Card

by Jonathan Dyer
For those in search of a card that will reward them for everyday expenses such as dining and grocery shopping, as well as benefit them once their travels resume, American Express may have just revealed a worthwhile deal. Currently, American Express is offering a special welcome bonus for the Gold card. Now, new cardholders can earn 60,000 Membership Rewards points when they spend at least $4,000 in their first six...
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Guide to "No Foreign Transaction Fee" Credit Cards

by Kyle Burbank 3
When it comes to credit cards, most people know about the typical fees: annual fees, interest charges, etc. However, something that many may not know about until it matters is foreign transaction fees. While you may be able to use your credit card internationally — even if the currency isn’t in dollars — your card issuer may tack on an extra fee, often between 1% and 3% of your total...