Education on Credit Cards

Can overpaying your credit card bill help or hurt your credit score or available line of credit? Learn what happens if you overpay your credit card balance.

Learn what a credit freeze vs a credit lock is, how to freeze and unfreeze credit, pros and cons of freezing credit, and how this affects your credit score.

Bankruptcy can stay on your credit report for either seven or 10 years, depending on what type of bankruptcy it is.

The best credit card for a large purchase is one that involves rewards or a sign-up bonus. But big purchases can also hurt your credit score.

Lessen the stress of travel preparation by reading our top travel packing tips, so you can hit the road – or catch that plane, train, or what have you – faster

Closed accounts on your credit report can affect your credit score, but the impact will depend on whether the account is in good or bad standing. Learn more.

Most experts advise building an emergency fund for the unexpected. But if you don't have one, is using a credit card for emergencies a good alternative?

Planning to travel solo? Read through our guide on how to travel alone safely so you can get the very most out of this transformative experience.

Explore our advice on low-maintenance plants so you can experience all the health benefits of plants in your home without any of the fussy upkeep.