Jerod Morales is a deputy editor at Forbes Advisor and a travel rewards expert. He took a deep dive into points and miles in 2016, searching for a way to make travel both possible and affordable ...

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Many issuers can determine your odds of qualifying without a credit check. A few cards show an offer, with a credit limit and APR, before you accept. Many or all of the products on this page are ...

Mary Beth is a freelance writer for Newsweek’s personal finance team. She specializes in explaining the ins and outs of mortgages and other loans, helping people to use debt wisely and build ...

You can typically get a secured business credit card no matter your credit score. But you’ll need good or excellent credit to qualify for most unsecured cards. Many, or all, of the products ...

If you have perfect credit, or anything close to it, you might expect an instant approval on credit card applications. Credit card companies check your credit score during the application process.

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Robin has worked as a credit cards, editor and spokesperson for over a decade. Prior to Forbes Advisor, she also covered credit cards and related content for other national web publications ...

Claire is a senior editor at Newsweek focused on credit cards, loans and banking. Her top priority is providing unbiased, in-depth personal finance content to ensure readers are well-equipped with ...