Credit Cards

At The Motley Fool, we understand that committing to one of the many credit cards available in the UK can feel like a daunting task. That’s why we’ve produced an extensive resource to cover all you need to know when it comes to the shiny rectangle!

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It’s quick and easy to work out the savings you could make by shifting an existing credit card balance to a new provider.

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Whether you’re applying for a new credit card or switching over to a balance transfer credit card, our repayment calculator can help you estimate your monthly repayment amounts.

Credit Cards 101

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How Do Credit Cards Work? A Complete Guide
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How to choose a credit card
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A simple checklist to prepare to apply for a credit card
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Understanding your credit report and credit score
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The limit for contactless payments is now £100, and it could go up again. Are £100 contactless payments really as beneficial as banks are making out?

Brits spent billions less during lockdowns due to restrictions. But now that things are open again, some cities are making up for it with a passion!

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Klarna is launching a 'buy now' option. Katie Royals takes a look at whether this indicates the beginning of the end for BNPL.

Push payment scams have overtaken credit card fraud. Alice Guy investigates what they are, how much criminals have stolen and how you can avoid them.

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Do you have credit card debt? If so, it's now possible to stop paying credit card interest for up to 29 months. Karl Talbot explains how.

Do you find yourself relying on credit to get through the month? Here's how to manage your monthly wages and budget a little more Foolishly.

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Anne East explores five key reasons why using a travel credit card when you go abroad can make your holiday go with even more of a swing.

Credit card users could face more expensive debt after the average APR hit a new high. Are there ways to avoid paying interest entirely?

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Brits are taking their mental and physical health very seriously this year and many are therefore spending more on wellness products. Here is the lowdown.

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With Monzo entering the buy now pay later market, is the future of credit cards at risk? Kate Anderson compares the two services.

The Amazon Platinum credit card offers Reward Points on your purchases. Is it worth getting if you're a regular Amazon shopper? Let's take a look.

Paying for online shopping using a credit card

Tesco Bank has launched a new 0% credit card. But how does it compare with other 0% purchase cards on the market? Let's take a closer look.

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If you have credit card debt, a balance transfer card can cut your interest to zero. So how does Virgin's new offering compare? Let's take a look.

With the lifting of Covid-19 restrictions came a jump in credit card spending. Here are some top tips for using a credit card successfully.

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Did you know that some credit cards offer a way of earning up to 5% cashback on your normal spending? Karl Talbot takes a look at what's available.

Top Credit Card Reviews

We’ve compared some of the top credit cards in the UK, and included our top-rated credit card deals across categories.

How these 5 credit card ‘must-knows’ could help you…

We all know that a bad credit history makes it hard to borrow money – but did you know that improving your credit score could also help secure lower interest rates on credit cards, saving you hard-earned cash?

Find out how you could improve your credit score, and your credit-application chances, with our free report “5 Things To Know Before You Apply For A Credit Card”.

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Compare credit cards by category

Tools to find the right card for you

Credit Card Eligibility Checker

Balance Transfer Calculator

Credit Card Repayment Calculator

Credit Cards 101

How Do Credit Cards Work? A Complete Guide

How to choose a credit card

A simple checklist to prepare to apply for a credit card

Understanding your credit report and credit score

Recent credit card articles