For people just starting out, student credit cards and secured credit cards might be the best options since both types have less stringent requirements for approval. Student credit cards are designed ...

Credit cards can be one of the smartest financial moves someone makes. Credit cards are far more secure than debit cards regarding fraudulent purchases. Are you ahead, or behind on retirement?

If you have a bad credit score — often defined as a score less than 580 — you might find it more challenging to get approved for a credit card. Your options will be more limited than those of someone ...