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Understanding credit cards

Dealing with money worries

Find out how to deal with debt stress and money worries in a practical way.

Published on February 4th, 20206 mins read
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Understanding credit cards

How to keep your credit healthy

Get actionable tips on keeping your credit rating healthy and avoid the pitfalls of bad credit.

Published on December 3rd, 20193 mins read
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Staying safe

Preventing credit card fraud

Get tips on how you can prevent credit card fraud and keep your card safe.

Published on December 3rd, 20198 mins read
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Understanding credit cards

How to get a credit card with bad credit

Learn how to choose and apply for a credit card when you have bad credit.

Published on October 2nd, 20194 mins read
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Understanding credit cards

Types of credit

Find out about some of the most common forms of credit and work out which is right for you.

Published on May 17th, 20194 mins read
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Understanding credit cards

Reducing credit card debt

Finding it difficult to clear your card debt? Discover some quick ways that you can start shifting your balance and...

Published on May 17th, 20195 mins read
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Understanding credit cards

What is a balance transfer?

A credit card balance transfer is when you transfer the balance from one card, where you might be paying a higher a...

Published on May 17th, 20194 mins read
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How credit card payments work

Learn how credit card payments work, how and why credit card charges are applied and how to manage payments.

Published on May 8th, 20195 mins read
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