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Best Online Banks
9/27/2022The best online banks have higher interest rates on checking and savings accounts, plus effortless budgeting features. Top picks include Chime Bank, Ally Bank and Finn by Chase.
Tom Rains
Best Credit Report Sites
8/12/2022Use our guide to find the best credit report sites by comparing cost, monitoring and thousands of verified user ratings and reviews.
Barbara Friedberg
Best online savings accounts
4/28/2022The best online savings accounts are secure, simple and provide a sizeable amount of interest. Top picks include Discover, Synchrony and Ally Bank.
Tom Rains
Financial goals and knowledge gaps
4/28/2022We surveyed more than 1,000 people to explore the most common financial goals and knowledge gaps of Americans. Read on to see what we learned.
ConsumerAffairs Research Team
Making ends meet
4/28/2022Explore Americans’ financial outlook in 2022, how they manage their finances to make ends meet, and the effects of inflation on their budgets.
ConsumerAffairs Research Team
Best travel credit cards
4/28/2022Save money on your next vacation by earning points for airline miles, free hotel stays and cash back bonus rewards from these travel credit cards.
Kathryn Parkman
Best balance transfer credit cards
4/28/2022Are you looking for a credit card to give you the best deal on a balance transfer? See our top picks for balance transfer credit cards here.
Kathryn Parkman
Best business credit cards
4/28/2022Compare the best business credit card offers and rates, learn about business credit card requirements and how to get a business credit card.
Kathryn Parkman
Best cash back credit cards
4/28/2022See our top picks to find the best cash back credit cards. Compare cards with features like: 5% cash back, 0% intro APR period or no annual fees.
Kathryn Parkman
Best credit cards for bad credit
4/28/2022How do you get a credit card with bad credit? Find out what to look for and compare the best credit cards for people with bad credit.
Kathryn Parkman
Best Credit Cards
4/27/2022Compare the various types of credit cards and see expert ratings and consumer reviews with ConsumerAffairs. Plus, learn about rewards programs.
Danni White
How to check your credit score
4/13/2022From using credit score services to checking your credit card statement, find out 5 ways to check your credit score and learn why it matters.
Jonathan Trout
Best airline credit cards
3/1/2022Want the best airline credit card? Compare our top picks for Southwest, Delta, United, American and more. Plus, learn how to maximize your miles.
Kathryn Parkman
Best hotel credit cards
3/1/2022Want to earn free hotel stays? Start racking up hotel rewards points with one of these top hotel credit cards. Compare hotel card offers, reviews, ...
Kathryn Parkman
Best Prepaid Cards
2/15/2022Kathryn Parkman
What is a good credit score?
1/14/2022Scores range from 300-850. A good credit score is generally above 700, while an excellent credit score is over 750. Factors that affect scores are...
Jessica Render
Best Money Transfer and International Money Transfer Services
9/27/2021Looking for a money transfer service? Compare the top brands in the industry through consumer reviews and our comprehensive buyers guide.
ConsumerAffairs Research Team
Best Secured Credit Cards
9/27/2021Looking for a secured credit card? Use our guide to compare the best secured credit cards to build or rebuild credit, no matter how bad your score is.
Kathryn Parkman
Best Banks and Credit Unions
9/27/2021Over 35K+ customer reviews to help you find the best bank or credit union. Compare the different types of banks and what they offer. Top picks include Merrick Bank, Wells Fargo and Ally Bank.
Barbara Friedberg
What do you need to open a bank account?
4/27/2021Find out the requirements for opening a savings or checking account, either online or in person. Your money will be safer, and you can start saving.
Tom Rains
Latest News
8/9/2022Credit cards
Credit card lenders step up offers despite shaky economy
Mark Huffman
9/15/2022Credit cards
Do you really know all that goes on with a Buy Now, Pay Later loan? The CFPB has some words of advice.
Gary Guthrie
9/7/2022Credit cards
FTC says Credit Karma misled consumers with allegedly false 'pre-approved' credit offers
Gary Guthrie
7/14/2022Credit cards
High gas prices mean stations “hold” more of your money when you pay with plastic
Mark Huffman
6/14/2022Credit cards
Consolidating credit card debt can dramatically increase credit scores, study suggests
Gary Guthrie