To credit-card companies, it’s not sufficient that customers pay their bills on time every month; they must also avoid a daunting array of borrowing habits that lenders deem risky. Like borrowing.

Courtney Johnston led the CNET Money team and worked closely with the consumer insights data team. Before CNET, she worked as a graduate writing instructor at the University of Indianapolis and ...

One of the biggest benefits of using credit cards is all the possible rewards you can earn. If you're smart about the card you pick, you can earn hundreds, or even thousands, of dollars in cash back, ...

Many or all of the products here are from our partners that compensate us. It’s how we make money. But our editorial integrity ensures that our product ratings are not influenced by compensation.

If you're new to credit or you're working on rebuilding your credit after receiving some negative marks, a credit card can be a great way to establish a positive credit history. As long as you use the ...

No-fee business credit cards often include perks for startup founders and small business owners. From double the points to airport lounge access, you can get benefits that make your credit card ...