How artificial intelligence is changing card rewards, saving, spending and travel

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How artificial intelligence is changing card rewards, saving, spending and travel Imagine credit card rewards tailored to your spending, travel options based on preferences, prompts to shift money to savings, and scans of your spending patterns to block fraudsters. Card issuers are doing all of this now, powered by artificial intelligence. See the full story

More News Credit card limit decreased? Why it happens, and what to do about it A sudden decrease in your credit limit can hit when you least expect it, curbing your buying power and potentially lowering your credit score, but you don't have to let it stand. See the full story

Business frequent flyer programs: How to take advantage of them Air travel can take a major bite out of your bottom line when you own a business. Whether you're covering business travel expenses for yourself or for employees, managing costs is a priority. Enrolling in a business frequent flyer program can unlock valuable savings on flights. See the full story

Airbnb: Rack up rewards on your stays using these credit cards Credit card brands have started recognizing the popularity of Airbnb, incorporating it into their travel reward schemes similarly to hotels and flights. These cards are the best way to maximize your Airbnb stays. See the full story

How multiple loan inquiries can impact new card approval Multiple auto, mortgage or student loan inquiries are typically counted as a single inquiry if they occur within a 45-day period, and they're ignored if they occurred within the past 30 days. But if your score is still below 700, you may not qualify for a credit card with generous rewards. See the full story

Product News New Starwood Preferred Guest Luxury card offers 100K-point bonus American Express has added a new, premium rewards card to its portfolio. Cardholders can earn 100,000 bonus points when they spend $5,000 in the first three months of card membership. The introductory offer is scheduled to end Oct. 31, 2018. See the full story

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