Buy mom a great gift (but you keep the rewards)

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Turned down for credit? maybe it's because you're dead Many people wind up getting locked out of their bank accounts, rejected for benefits or turned down for jobs because a government agency mistakenly says they've taken their last breath. See the full story

Advice How to earn an exotic vacation at the grocery store It took diligence and dedication, but my friend's years of earning points with a specific card used at the grocery store paid off with five free nights in the Maldives. See the full story

Charged Up! podcast: Meet Tony Mecia, the credit card rewards whisperer CreditCards.com's resident rewards columnist says that knowing the best rewards card for you starts with a deep look at yoursel. See the full story

How to accept credit cards at your next garage sale A cash-only garage sale is so 2008. Learn how to take plastic for your tchotchkes, without paying big fees. See the full story

Expert Q&A Forget the 30 percent credit utilization 'rule' - it's a myth Just get your balances as low as you can. There's no magical benefit if it hits 29 percent, and your score won't plummet if it goes to 31. See the full story

Taking Charge: a credit card blog Buy mom a gift (but you keep the points) Here are some of the points-and-miles deals on popular Mother's Day gifts on airline shopping portals and with airline dining programs. Mom will be just fine with you keeping the points. She always said you were  the smart one.  See the full story

Product News American Express Business Platinum card hikes welcome bonus to 100,000 points If you're a business owner who wants to earn a huge influx of bonus points to use toward free business travel, this limited-time offer may be the solution. See the full story

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