What does pre-approved mean for a credit card?
Find out how you receive pre-approved credit card offers, what to look for and how you can opt-out.
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Types of Credit Cards
There’s a lot to consider when choosing a credit card. Here, we break down the different types of credit cards, and help figure out which Discover card is best for you.
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Why Are Metal Credit Cards Trending?
Credit card issuers initially came up with metal credit cards to appeal to their most affluent customers, but should you get one? Read why you might want to reconsider...
What Happens to My Student Credit Card After I Graduate?
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 here.
What’s the Difference Between a Charge Card and a Credit Card?
Both charge cards and credit cards allow you to pay for items without using cash, but charge card issuers expect you to pay off your balance in full, every month, no exceptions
Secured Credit Card Myths and Realities
Many people have misunderstandings about secured credit cards and how they work. Learn the facts about how secured credit cards can help your financial life.
What is a Prepaid Card?
Learn what a prepaid card is, how prepaid cards work, and how a prepaid card differs from a credit card.
How to Apply for a Credit Card for the First Time
Learn how to get a credit card for the first time, from choosing where to apply for your first credit card, to improving the odds that your first credit card application will be approved.
Instant Approval Credit Card
Need credit now? Instant approval cards can help. Here's what you need to know before you apply.