Many retailers try to convince you to open a credit card at checkout by offering an intro discount, typically 15% to 25%. Some cards come with free shipping, discounts, special financing and other ...

Terms apply to American Express benefits and offers. Visit americanexpress.com to learn more. A virtual credit card is a randomly generated card number you can use when shopping online or over the ...

Clint Proctor is a managing editor with the credit cards and travel rewards team at Forbes Advisor. He has eight years of experience in personal finance journalism and has contributed to a variety of ...

Jerod Morales is a deputy editor at Forbes Advisor and a travel rewards expert. He took a deep dive into points and miles in 2016, searching for a way to make travel both possible and affordable for ...