Articles by Julie Sherrier
Chase Freedom 5% Bonus Category Calendar 2023
December 6, 2023
Chase announced its bonus 5% cashback categories for the fourth quarter of 2023 — Purchases made with PayPal, Wholesale Clubs and Select Charities. We’ll review... read more
What Is a FICO Score?
December 30, 2022
Your FICO Score is what lenders, landlords and other service contractors refer to when determining whether you’re a responsible borrower and measure how likely it... read more
How Often Do Credit Scores Change?
December 30, 2022
A credit score is a snapshot of your credit accounts, balances and payment history at a specific moment in time. When a creditor requests your... read more
What Is APR on a Credit Card? Types of Credit Card APRs Explained
December 6, 2022
The annual percentage rate (APR) on a credit card is the annual interest you’ll pay if you carry a balance. This is a cost that’s... read more
Does Closing a Credit Card Hurt Your Credit Score?
October 7, 2021
Having too many credit cards may lead to paying unnecessary annual fees or a temptation to overspend. And in some cases, having too many credit... read more