Keeping a watchful eye on your credit card balance is crucial so that you don’t overspend and take on credit card debt you can’t afford to pay back. But how do you check your balance? And what’s the ...

An account closure could hurt your credit score, even if it wasn't your fault. Here's what to do to fix it. Holly Johnson is a credit card expert and writer who covers rewards and loyalty programs, ...

A credit card balance is the amount of money you owe to a credit card company, including charges, interest, and fees. Carrying a balance on your credit card can be costly, as you may be charged ...

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Check your card's expiration date and your credit limit -- an expired or maxed-out card could cause it to be declined. Holly Johnson is a credit card expert and writer who covers rewards and loyalty ...