# Credit Reports
Apply for a Second Discover it Credit Card [10/23 Update: Two Accounts Can Be Merged]
When you log in to your Discover account now, if you have two Discover cards, you may see an option to merge the accounts. It’s much more convenient to keep both cards under one lo...
Credit Card Application Tips: Reconsideration [10/15 Update: New Chase Recon Phone Number]
When applying for a credit card, we often run into situations like application pending/under review/rejected. That can turn our excitement into anxiety in an instant, and we start...
Why Do Credit Cards Get Fraudulently Charged? What Should You Do?
Why do unauthorized charges happen on credit cards? What should you do if it happens to you, and how can you prevent it?...
When Should You Pay Your Credit Card Bill?
If you’re new to credit cards, one of the most important things to understand is when to pay your bill. U.S. credit cards can offer generous welcome bonuses and strong everyday rew...
Credit Reports and Credit Scores FAQ
If you’re an international student who just arrived in the U.S., or someone who has been here for a while but still isn’t familiar with how the credit system works, why should you...
U.S. Credit Card Application Q&A
We previously published a series of articles on credit card application tips, along with several beginner guides to applying for credit cards. This article mainly ties those relate...
Credit Card Application Talk: App-O-Rama (AOR)
Before introducing this method, readers should note that it is not as suitable for everyone as Reconsider. If your credit history is less than one year or your credit score is belo...
Credit Card Application Talk — Applying Without an SSN
In the U.S., credit cards are practically essential, and if you use them well, the rewards can be substantial. But for students who have just arrived in the U.S.—especially undergr...
Understanding Credit Cards from Scratch
This article highlights several major benefits of credit cards Cash Back and Points on Purchases Most U.S. credit cards offer cash back on spending, which means you earn a little r...