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Navigating the complex world of credit cards? Our credit card news category has you covered. Get the latest updates on industry trends, new card offerings, rewards programs, interest rate changes, and more. Whether you’re looking to optimize your credit card strategy, evaluate the best options for your needs, or stay on top of the ever-evolving credit card landscape, this is your go-to destination for expert insights and analysis.

AMEX Platinum Card
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Amex Offering Elevated Welcome Bonus for Platinum Card

by Kyle Burbank
With the revamped Chase Sapphire Reserve card making lots of headlines, Amex is looking to court new customers with an elevated welcome offer for its iconic Platinum Card. About the Platinum Card's Enhanced Welcome Bonus: The American Express Platinum Card is offering an increased welcome bonus. Currently, new cardholders can earn up 175,000 Membership Rewards points after spending $8,000 in purchases on the card within their first six months from...
Mesa Homeowner Visa Card and Points Transfer is Here announcement
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Mesa Adds Two More Transfer Partners to Homeowners Card

by Kyle Burbank
The Mesa Homeowners card is expanding its travel transfer partner program. About Mesa's Latest Travel Transfer Partners: Recently, Mesa added two more transfer partners to its platform: Air Canada and SAS (Scandinavian Airlines). As a result, Mesa customers can now transfer points to either program at a rate of 1:1 — meaning that 1,000 Mesa Points can be turned into 1,000 Aeroplan points or EuroBonus points. To get started, members...
Chase Sapphire Reserve Card
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Chase Sapphire Reserve Reveals Revamp, Increased Annual Fee

by Kyle Burbank
Following weeks of rumors and teases, Chase officially unveiled a major revamp for its flagship Chase Sapphire Reserve card. About the Updated Chase Sapphire Reserve Card: Chase is bringing a host of new credits to its popular Chase Sapphire Reserve card — while also making adjustments to its rewards rates and annual fee. First, Chase states that the updated card offers "over $2,700" in value. That starts with a $300...
Chase Freedom Card with four Q3 2025 bonus category icons
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Chase Freedom Reveals 5% Bonus Categories for Q3 2025

by Kyle Burbank
Chase has unveiled its third quarter 2025 5% bonus category selections. About the Chase 5% Bonus Categories for Q3 2025: From July 1st through September 30th, Chase Freedom and Freedom Flex customers can earn up to 5% back in four categories: Gas Stations, EV Charging, Select Live Entertainment, and Instacart. First, the Gas Stations category includes automotive gasoline paid for either at the pump or inside the station. However, merchants...
4 Citizen credit cards
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Citizens Bank Premieres Four New Credit Card Options

by Kyle Burbank
Citizens Bank is rolling out a new suite of credit cards, meeting the needs of multiple customers. About Citizens' New Card Line-Up: Today, Citizens introduced four new cards: Citizens Amp Mastercard Citizens Spring World Mastercard Citizens Summit World Mastercard Citizens Summit Reserve World Elite Mastercard Starting with the Citizens Amp Mastercard, this no-annual-fee card is designed for those looking to establish and build credit. Specifically, the card is available to...
Delta credit card and app
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Elevated Delta SkyMiles Credit Card Welcome Bonuses Available

by Kyle Burbank
With the summer travel season upon us, American Express and Delta have rolled out elevated limited-time offers for many of their SkyMiles credit cards. About the Limited-Time Welcome Bonuses: Those applying for one of three Delta SkyMiles American Express consumer credit cards can currently earn enhanced welcome bonuses. Starting with the Delta SkyMiles Gold American Express Card, new cardholders can now earn 80,000 bonus SkyMiles after spending $3,000 on the...
collage of Discover Q3 2025 bonus categories
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Discover Reveals 5% Bonus Categories for Third Quarter 2025

by Kyle Burbank
July will usher in the third quarter of 2025, meaning that it's time for another update to the Discover It card's 5% bonus categories. About Discover's Q3 2025 Bonus Category Selections: Discover has announced the bonus categories that cardholders can earn up to 5% back in from July through September of 2025. Q3's picks include Gas Stations & EV Charging, Public Transit, and Utilities. First, the Gas Stations & EV...
Skyla Signature Credit Card
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Skyla Credit Union Introduces Signature Credit Card

by Kyle Burbank
Skyla Credit Union is ready to level up with the release of its latest credit card. About the Skyla Signature Credit Card: This week, Skyla Credit Union launched its new Skyla Signature Credit Card. With this no-annual-fee card, customers can earn 2x rewards on all purchases, regardless of spending category. These points can then be redeemed for cashback, gift cards, merchandise, experiences, travel, and even theme park tickets. According to...
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2025 SoFi Checking and Savings Review

by Kyle Burbank
 Ever since I started taking an interest in the FinTech sector, one company whose name I’ve seen pop up over and over again is SoFi. That was later sent into overdrive as the company has not only become a household name thanks to its stadium naming rights deal but also because of the company’s continued product expansions. The most interesting development in my mind is SoFi’s acquisition of Golden Pacific...
Travelers with two Best Western Credit Cards
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Best Western Debuts Two New Rewards Credit Cards

by Kyle Burbank
After pausing applications for their previous rewards card, the hotel chain Best Western has unveiled a new pair of rewards credit cards with a new issuer. About the Best Western cards: Best Western is partnering with First Bank & Trust and Mercury Financial to introduce two new co-branded credit cards. First up is the no-annual-fee Best Western Rewards Visa Signature Card. With this card, customers can 4x points on Best...
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Marriott Bonvoy Bold Card Launches Travel Contest

by Kyle Burbank
Chase and Marriott Bonoy have unveiled a special contest while continuing to offer its best-ever welcome bonus. About the welcome bonus and Bold Chat Court Contest: Marriott Bonvoy and Chase have launched a special opportunity called the Bold Chat Court contest. As part of this contest, 10 lucky travelers will be awarded 500,000 Marriott Bonvoy points (for a total of 5 million) as well as $5,000. For this contest, the...
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Bilt Adds 2 New Transfer Partners Including First 3:2 Transfer Rate

by Kyle Burbank
Bilt is once again expanding its travel transfer rewards program — and is even breaking the mold with one new partner. About the new additions to Bilt: This week, Bilt launched partnerships with two more travel brands: TAP Air Portugal and Accor. As a result, Bilt members will now be able to transfer their points to Miles&Go and ALL Reward, respectively. In total, Bilt now has 18 transfer partners including 13...
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PayPal Debit Card Review: Earn Stackable 5% Cash Back

by Kyle Burbank
In recent weeks, PayPal debuted an updated debit card product (perhaps you've seen the incessant Will Ferrell commercials for it during football games?). With the launch of this card, the company known for online payments is encouraging customers to pay with them anywhere. To encourage such behavior, the debit card allows cardholders to earn 5% cashback — although, as you can imagine, there are some important restrictions on that. So,...