The best credit card for you
All credit cards are not created equal. Here are a few we like.
Why we like it: Free from fees
If you're looking for simplicity, go with this card. It charges no fees of any kind -- late, over-limit, balance transfer, or cash advance fees. You earn an unlimited 1% back on every purchase; you automatically receive a $25 American Express shopping card for every $2,500 you spend.
Interest rate: Starts at prime + 8.99%
Grace period: 28-31 days if the previous balance shown on each billing statement is paid in full by each respective due date.
(www.americanexpress.com, 800-223-2670)
NEXT: Blue Cash from American Express
If you're looking for simplicity, go with this card. It charges no fees of any kind -- late, over-limit, balance transfer, or cash advance fees. You earn an unlimited 1% back on every purchase; you automatically receive a $25 American Express shopping card for every $2,500 you spend.
Interest rate: Starts at prime + 8.99%
Grace period: 28-31 days if the previous balance shown on each billing statement is paid in full by each respective due date.
(www.americanexpress.com, 800-223-2670)
NEXT: Blue Cash from American Express
Last updated July 09 2009: 5:54 PM ET