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68 - Rewards Cards
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Whether it’s points, miles, or cash back, it’s nice to be rewarded for shopping. The lure of “getting something extra” can encourage you to apply for new credit cards and spend more to score those rewards.
In recent years, many credit card reward programs have become more complex and confusing, and frustrated cardholders are complaining to federal regulators.
In this episode: Should the CFPB create new rules to regulate credit card rewards programs? Also, a close-up look at the most common complaints about airline rewards cards, and how chasing rewards can cost you money.
Additional Resources:
Credit Cards: How to Choose the Best One
Credit Cards Provide Strong Protections for Consumers
Saving on Gas: Which Rewards Credit Cards Offer the Best Deals at the Pump?
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Manage episode 430685566 series 3000580
Whether it’s points, miles, or cash back, it’s nice to be rewarded for shopping. The lure of “getting something extra” can encourage you to apply for new credit cards and spend more to score those rewards.
In recent years, many credit card reward programs have become more complex and confusing, and frustrated cardholders are complaining to federal regulators.
In this episode: Should the CFPB create new rules to regulate credit card rewards programs? Also, a close-up look at the most common complaints about airline rewards cards, and how chasing rewards can cost you money.
Additional Resources:
Credit Cards: How to Choose the Best One
Credit Cards Provide Strong Protections for Consumers
Saving on Gas: Which Rewards Credit Cards Offer the Best Deals at the Pump?
Not a Checkbook member? Sign up for a free 30-day trial to access all of our unbiased ratings.
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