Credit cards

Credit cards

Credit cards need very careful handling - fine if you pay off your balance every month, but too expensive for long-term borrowing. MoneyWeek can help you choose the right card for you.

Recent articles (3)

cashier swiping a credit card © Bloomberg

Don't be bullied by credit card companies

(17 November 09)

Credit card companies are using people's fear of a bad credit rating to sell products. But don't let them bully you. Ruth Jackson explains how your credit report works, where to get a copy of it for free, and three simple ways to improve your credit rating.

Shop door with Visa & Mastercard logos © JB Reed/Bloomberg News

How the credit-card changes will affect you

(30 October 09)

The government is considering tighter rules for credit-card companies in an effort to tackle the nation's £53.9bn of debt. Ruth Jackson looks at the latest proposals and explains how they will affect you.

Visa & Mastercards © Norm Betts/Bloomberg News

The best credit-card deals

(09 October 09)

Getting a good deal on a credit card is becoming ever more difficult as banks continue to tighten their lending criteria. So what are the best credit card deals around at the moment? Ruth Jackson investigates.