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Is 2020 a good time to get a credit card?

June 6, 2020 | Ken Hall

With so much uncertainty in the economy right now, could 2020 be the year to start using a credit card…

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Here's why using a credit card is dangerous in 2020

May 5, 2020 | Sebastian Bowen

High interest rates, low benefits and psychological tricks... Here's why I think most people should avoid a credit card in…

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How to eliminate credit card debt today

April 5, 2020 | Ken Hall

If you're trying to get your credit card debt under control right now, here are a few tips to help…

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What to do about your credit card debt right now

March 29, 2020 | Ken Hall

If you have a credit card debt, you might be nervous right now. Here are a few quick things to…

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Should you get a credit card in 2020?

January 9, 2020 | Sebastian Bowen

With services like Afterpay Ltd (ASX: APT) available, should you even get a credit card? Here's some pros and cons.

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How to use your credit card wisely this December

December 24, 2019 | Ken Hall

A quick guide on how to use your credit card wisely this December and maximise your Christmas and New Year's…

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3 ways to quickly pay down credit card debt

December 21, 2019 | Tristan Harrison

Here are 3 ways that you can quickly pay down your credit card debt if you're struggling to pay it…

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How you can make the most of your credit card this Christmas

November 24, 2019 | Ken Hall

As we enter the Christmas spending period, find out how to get the most value out of your credit card…

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Are credit cards good or bad?

November 10, 2019 | Ken Hall

Australia loves to spend money with easy consumer credit. But are credit cards an asset or liability for your personal…

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Should you replace your credit card with buy now, pay later providers?

November 2, 2019 | Tristan Harrison

The expansion of Afterpay Touch Group Ltd (ASX:APT) and others could mean replacing a credit card with buy now, pay…

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3 top value credit cards to earn Qantas points

October 8, 2019 | Ken Hall

If you're looking for a few good-value credit cards, here are 3 of my favourites for earning Qantas Points at…

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How to avoid the common pitfalls of credit cards

September 30, 2019 | Ken Hall

Here's a few tips on how to avoid the common mistakes when using a credit card for the first time.

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How to pay down debt and invest in more ASX shares

September 28, 2019 | Ken Hall

With the amount of cheap consumer credit that is available in the current environment, it can be easy to lose…

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When should you use a credit card?

September 16, 2019 | Ken Hall

A quick guide on when and how to use a credit card to reap the benefits.

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Are credit cards worth it for the points?

September 13, 2019 | Sebastian Bowen

Credit cards from banks like Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX: CBA) offer lots of benefits, but are they worth it?

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The credit card secrets your bank doesn't want you to know

September 9, 2019 | Ken Hall

How you can beat the credit card providers and maximise the benefits you receive.

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How using a credit card could improve your personal finance game

August 31, 2019 | Ken Hall

How to get ahead with your credit card spending with a few simple tips for 2020.

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Should you own a credit card?

July 16, 2019 | Sebastian Bowen

Credit cards are dangerous, but can be worth it if you know what you're doing

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3 top credit cards to spend big on Christmas in July

July 3, 2019 | Ken Hall

To help you through this busy start of the new financial year, I’ve taken a look at 3 great value…

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How to beat the banks with your credit card spending in 2019

June 21, 2019 | Ken Hall

How do the banks benefit from selling you a credit card and how can you improve your odds to maximise…

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Should you pay for everything using a credit card?

May 6, 2019 | Tristan Harrison

A credit card is a widely used financial tool, should you buy everything with it?

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How to get the most value out of your credit card

April 30, 2019 | Ken Hall

With the huge number of credit card providers and different deals available to the average Fool, it is hard to…

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Can Afterpay replace your credit card in 2019?

April 20, 2019 | Ken Hall

The Afterpay Touch Group Ltd (ASX: APT) share price is up 90% so far this year on the back of…

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Is a credit card a good replacement for an emergency fund?

April 14, 2019 | Tristan Harrison

Is it a good idea to have a credit card as a good replacement for an emergency fund?

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Is it a good idea to have a credit card?

April 10, 2019 | Tristan Harrison

Does it make financial sense to have a credit card?

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How to pick a points-earning credit card

April 4, 2019 | Nicola Smith

What if you could make your credit card work even harder for you?

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Should you buy things using a credit card?

March 30, 2019 | Tristan Harrison

Is using a credit card useful to buy things?

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How to never miss a payment on your credit card again

March 29, 2019 | Ken Hall

The scariest thing about a credit card is overdrawing or forgetting to clear your debt - here's one simple trick…

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3 ways to quickly pay off your credit card

March 28, 2019 | Tristan Harrison

Here are 3 ways to pay off your credit card.

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How do you know if credit cards or Afterpay are good for your finances?

March 19, 2019 | Tristan Harrison

Are credit cards and Afterpay Touch Group Ltd (ASX:APT) good for your finances?

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When does it make sense to have a credit card?

March 12, 2019 | Tristan Harrison

There are a few reasons you could arguably have a credit card.

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How credit card 'churning' could level up your finances

March 11, 2019 | Ken Hall

Just the mention of a credit card is enough to send many Australians fleeing – but could you be missing…

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Watch out for this credit card interest trap

February 21, 2019 | Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

Be careful of interest charged on ‘cash advances’ -- even if you’re not withdrawing cash!

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The credit card Qantas says you can't have

February 14, 2019 | Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

Qantas has unveiled a new credit card. But more than 97% of us can't have it...

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How to know if you have the right credit card

February 12, 2019 | Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

There are thousands of credit cards to choose from. Here's how to make sure you're on the right track...

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What to do about your credit card debt right now

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3 ways to quickly pay down credit card debt

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Should you replace your credit card with buy now, pay later providers?

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Should you own a credit card?

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Should you pay for everything using a credit card?

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Can Afterpay replace your credit card in 2019?

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Is it a good idea to have a credit card?

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3 ways to quickly pay off your credit card

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Is 2020 a good time to get a credit card?

Personal Finance

Here's why using a credit card is dangerous in 2020

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How to eliminate credit card debt today

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What to do about your credit card debt right now

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Should you get a credit card in 2020?

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How to use your credit card wisely this December

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3 ways to quickly pay down credit card debt

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How you can make the most of your credit card this Christmas

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Are credit cards good or bad?

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Should you replace your credit card with buy now, pay later providers?

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3 top value credit cards to earn Qantas points

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How to avoid the common pitfalls of credit cards

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How to pay down debt and invest in more ASX shares

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When should you use a credit card?

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Are credit cards worth it for the points?

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The credit card secrets your bank doesn't want you to know

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How using a credit card could improve your personal finance game

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Should you own a credit card?

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3 top credit cards to spend big on Christmas in July

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How to beat the banks with your credit card spending in 2019

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Should you pay for everything using a credit card?