However, if you tend to overspend, miss payments or simply can't get approved for a credit card, debit cards may be a better option. While most debit cards don't offer rewards or build credit ...

One of the biggest questions anyone in their young financial life has to decide is how much influence a credit card will have ...

With more than three years of experience as a personal finance writer, Jamela Adam simplifies complex money topics to help readers become experts at managing their finances. Her work has been ...

You’re more likely to overspend with credit cards versus cash or debit cards. You can build a good credit score by paying on time and keeping a low balance. Maxing out your card or missing ...

Prior to Newsweek, Claire spent five years at Bankrate as a lead credit cards editor. You can find her jogging through Austin, TX, or playing tourist in her free time. There used to be many debit ...