Although you may be ready to cancel your credit card, it’s not as easy as simply cutting the card in tiny pieces (although that is one of the steps). It’s important to cancel a credit card the right ...

Canceling a credit card can potentially lower your credit score, but sometimes it’s worth it. Before closing a credit card account, consider keeping it open if it has no annual fees or high interest ...

When you have a credit card you don’t use, canceling it might seem like an obvious move. That’s especially true if the card carries an annual fee or you’re prone to overspending. But if you aren’t ...

Closing a credit card can hurt your credit score, so know the potential risks and benefits before you make the call. Jackie Lam is a contributor for CNET Money. A personal finance writer for over 8 ...

Breaking up is hard to do, especially if it’s with your credit card. Since canceling a credit card can ding your credit score, you need to do so thoughtfully. Make sure you check your reasons, explore ...

A pending transaction is a charge that shows up on your credit card statement but hasn’t been reduced from your balance yet. Merchants may also place a pending transaction — or hold — on your account ...

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