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Last Updated March 8, 2009 |
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Shopping around for a credit card can save you money on interest and fees. You'll want to find one with features that match your needs. This information can help you understand the features of credit cards and compare credit card features and costs. The first step in choosing a credit card is thinking about how you will use it.
If you expect to always pay your monthly bill in full--and other features such as frequent flyer miles don't interest you--your best choice may be a card that has no annual fee and offers a longer grace period.
If you sometimes carry over a balance from month to month, you may be more interested in a card that carries a lower interest rate (stated as an annual percentage rate, or APR).
If you expect to use your card to get cash advances, you'll want to look for a card that carries a lower APR and lower fees on cash advances. Some cards charge a higher APR for cash advances than for purchases.
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