Marriott Bonvoy Bold vs. Marriott Bonvoy Boundless: Which beginner Marriott card is best for you?

Marriott offers five personal credit cards to new applicants, each with its own annual fee that ranges $0 to $650. In short, there’s a card for everyone, whether you’re a die-hard Marriott fan or an occasional traveler looking for free award nights. Chase issues the two most affordable cobranded options currently open to new applicants: the Marriott Bonvoy Bold®…

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The pros and cons of cash-back credit cards

Cash-back credit cards are popular for good reason: They’re simple, flexible and put real money back in your pocket. Unlike with travel cards, you don’t need to memorize airline award charts, track transfer partners or strategize redemptions. With just a swipe, you can earn a percentage of every purchase back as cash. For many people, that straightforward approach is…

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The best credit cards for concerts and music festivals

Music fans and concertgoers know it best — ticket prices can soar to the skies, especially for tours for larger-than-life pop stars like Beyoncé and Taylor Swift and annual events like Coachella and Bonnaroo. Many rewards cards can elevate your experience so you get more back for your spending, putting you at the front of the line for show-stopping…

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