Yep, it’s that season again. Every year there’s at least one story of a bank doing something wonky with their 1099s. This year the honors go to Bank of America who are apparently sending out 1099-MISC for credit card signup bonus earn. Reader L. sent me over a picture of a 1099 they received from […]
Letâs say youâre in a bad credit situation, but you need a credit card. It can be hard to qualify for credit cards if your credit isnât up to par. But there are credit cards out there that can help those with bad credit improve their score. Unfortunately, there are also credit cards that can… Read More
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(Update 1/28/21: Readers are reporting seeing these referral links and signup offers back again.) A few readers reached out about the absence a referral link being available on the American Express Green card. All other Amex cards are eligible for one referral offer or another, including the business Green card, but the personal Green card […]
Credit cards play a significant role in your financial lifeâfrom establishing credit and determining your buying power to potentially being a financial lifeline during times of crisis. Before you add another credit card to your wallet, you should consider your buying habits and financial strategies. The answers to the following five questions may help you… Read More
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Chase sent out an email blast today on both consumer and business credit cards indicating that beginning in April they’ll broaden the cash advance category to include many ‘cash-like transactions’. These transactions would incur a cash advance fee, and won’t earn credit card rewards. The new rule could make things funding bank accounts, buying crypto, […]
Has your credit card been declined when you tried to pay something? Then you know how embarrassing it can be. Youâll probably assume that it was declined because of insufficient funds. But what if your credit card issuer completely shut down your account and you donât have that credit limit? Sure, this doesnât really happen that often. But itâs still… Read More
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