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5 Things to Know About the Carnival World Mastercard
The Carnival World Mastercard offers meager introductory incentives and rewards. Here's what you need to know.
Apr 25, 2026
Hard vs. Soft Inquiry: What You Should Know Before a Credit Pull
Every time you turn around, someone wants to run your credit. New apartment? The landlords want to see your credit. Applying for a job? Same thing. Oh, and that really cool “freebie” blanket you could get just for signing up for a new credit card? They’ll definitely run your credit first. One thing you’ve probably...
Apr 6, 2026
How Is Trump Handling the Economy?
The Trump economy’s defining feature has been his tariff policies.
Apr 4, 2026
Learn the Ways of the Financial World through Video Games
Video games offer a way to escape and have a little fun. But did you know they can also act as tools for financial education? This could be as simple as teaching kids about budgeting, but could also influence a career in the finance world. We’ll look at how some existing games simulate real-world economic...
Apr 18, 2026
5 Things to Know About the NerdUp by NerdWallet Card
NerdUp by NerdWallet was a secured card designed for those looking to build or rebuild their credit. The annual fee was $0, and the minimum deposit was $100.
Apr 4, 2026
35 Ways to Earn Extra Cash and Juice Your Bank Account ASAP
We handpicked 16 ways you can make money quickly. These include ways to pocket cash by the end of the day — plus simple ways to bank $183 online.
Apr 6, 2026
What Happens If I Pay Only the Minimum on My Credit Card?
It keeps you in debt longer and racks up interest charges, and it can also put your credit scores at risk. Here are tips to help you break that cycle.
May 2, 2026
What Is Credit Mix and How Does It Affect Your Credit Score?
One of the common rumors about improving your credit score has to do with the credit mix. But what’s “credit mix”? How does it affect an overall credit score? And is that rumor true?
Apr 6, 2026
Credit Card Rewards on Housing Face Cracks in the Foundation
Multiple fintechs over the past few years have launched cards promising "fee-free" rewards on rent and mortgages — but is that model sustainable?
May 2, 2026
5 Things to Know About the Ava Credit Card
There’s no open-ended spending with the Ava Credit Card. It works in very specific ways to boost your credit score quickly.
Apr 4, 2026
If You’re in Credit Card Debt, Forget About Rewards
More than 1 in 5 Americans (21%) have used a credit card to earn rewards in the past 12 months despite having credit card debt, according to a NerdWallet survey.
Apr 4, 2026
What to Expect From Wells Fargo’s Cell Phone Insurance
There's a $600 limit, a $25 deductible — and a lot of paperwork. Still, the coverage can save you serious cash if your phone is damaged or stolen.
Apr 4, 2026