How Does My Credit Card Interest Work?
Ever wondered how credit card interest works? Mastering your finances and understanding how APRs are assessed and compounded can give you the upper hand in…
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Pre-Approved Credit Card Offers
Find out how you receive pre-approved credit card offers, what to look for and how you can opt-out.
Credit Cards for Graduates: What Happens to My Student Credit Card After Graduation?
You may be wondering, now that you'll be graduating: Can I simply keep using my student card, or do I replace it with a non-student credit card? Get the answer…
How Are Balance Transfers Calculated?
Should you always go with a no annual fee card? Not necessarily. Compare the benefits you derive from all the cards you're considering.
What’s the Difference Between Credit and Debit Cards?
Knowing when to use credit or debit cards can improve your rewards while protecting large purchases and preventing fraud. Discover shows how using the right…
Busting Common Myths About Discover Card’s Acceptance
Discover credit cards are accepted at 99 percent of U.S. merchants that take credit cards.
Should I Get a Balance Transfer Credit Card?
A credit card balance transfer can be a great way to save some money. There are also some other benefits that come with consolidating your debts into just one…
What Do You Know About Contactless Credit Cards?
Contactless credit cards can be a convenient way to pay for a purchase. But are they secure? Here's what you need to know.
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What is an APR?
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What is the Difference Between APR and Interest?
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