Jason Steele
I’m one of the country’s leading experts on credit cards and have been regularly syndicated by mainstream outlets such as MSN Money and Yahoo! Finance. I live in Denver, Colorado with my wife and two daughters, and we love to travel. We often fly first-class, not because I’m rich, but because I know how to acquire credit card miles in the most efficient way. Keep reading Debt.com, and I’ll teach you, too.
BJ’s Has Its Own Credit Card. Is It Worth Having?
July 20, 2017
And how does it compare to Costco and Sam’s Club?
PenFed Promise Visa Card: The Simplest Card You’ll Ever Find
July 6, 2017
Sounds weird, but there’s a credit card that doesn’t feel like making money off you.
The 6 Best Credit Cards That Help You Build Credit
June 29, 2017
If you can’t get a credit card because you have bad credit, here are your options.
Is There A Free Credit Card With Maximum Travel Points?
June 22, 2017
Yes, and it has an annual-fee cousin that’s even better.
The Best Prepaid Debit Cards Available Right Now
June 15, 2017
They can really cost you. But you can outsmart them – and even profit from them.
How Gift Cards Can Save You Money
June 9, 2015
Gift cards are a terrible present — unless you’re giving them to yourself to multiply your reward points.
What You Can Do If Your Credit Card Application Is Rejected
June 2, 2015
When a computer says no, sometimes a human being says yes.
Good News! Credit Card Foreign Transaction Fees Are Going Away!
May 19, 2015
This ridiculous fee cost you big, even though it didn’t cost your credit card company anything.
Why You Shouldn’t Care About Having A Chip In Your Credit Card
May 13, 2015
Here’s what your credit card company doesn’t want you to know: The latest tech will rarely protect you.
The Top Credit Cards To Build Your Credit
May 6, 2015
Yes, there are credit cards specifically for people who can’t otherwise get credit cards.
The Credit Card Habits Of Rich Americans
April 28, 2015
They prefer cash back to airlines miles, even though the value is less – because so is the hassle.
Good and Bad: Barclaycard’s New Aviator Cards
April 14, 2015
If you fly a lot and want to save big, one of these cards is a deal. The other is a dud.
More Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Bother With Gas Credit Cards
April 7, 2015
I said it last summer and I’ll say it again: You never need one of things. Never.
Discover “it” Miles Makes Me Smile
March 11, 2015
Not many credit cards automatically double your rewards. This one does.
The Ritz-Carlton Rewards Card: Why You Want It, Even If You Never Stay At The Ritz
March 4, 2015
Here’s a classy credit card that can save regular folks like us some big bucks.
Why Is Amex So Unpopular These Days?
February 25, 2015
Costco and JetBlue are dumping Amex, and that might affect you — even if you’ve never owned their cards.
Does The American Express Green Card Still Make Sense?
February 11, 2015
The American Express Green card has gone the way of the Sony Walkman. Here’s why both are outdated.
Kroger 1-2-3 Rewards Card: Everything You Don’t Want And More!
February 4, 2015
Kroger’s 1-2-3 Rewards Card doesn’t stack up to better credit card offers.
No, Thank YOU: Citi ThankYou Premier Card Adds Bonuses
January 28, 2015
Smartphone models are upgraded each year, often accompanied by price cuts, and it’s big news. Credit cards? They’re updated less frequently, and they rarely make headlines. Maybe this one should. The Citi ThankYou Premier card offers ThankYou points, which are generally worth one cent each toward gift cards, merchandise, and travel reservations booked through Citi. That climbs […]
PenFed Promise Visa: The Credit Card For People Who Hate Credit Cards
January 21, 2015
A credit card with no late fees? No balance transfer fees? No fees at all? Yup, it’s a Promise.
BJ’s New Credit Card: How Does It Compare To CostCo and Sam’s Club?
January 14, 2015
Depending on what you buy, each card can save you money. Here are the details.
Credit Card Review: Amex EveryDay and EveryDay Preferred
January 7, 2015
Earn major miles without a major headache, plus double and triple points on gas and groceries.
Credit Card Predictions For 2015
December 31, 2014
Debt.com’s credit card reporter saves the best for last: A better way to get airline miles.
What Apple Pay Means To Credit Card Users
December 24, 2014
Here’s a non-tech, no-BS explanation of the pros and cons of this new way of charging payments.
Credit Card Of The Week: Citi Double Cash
December 17, 2014
Good news: the most cash back. Bad news: the dumbest way of doing it.
Credit Card Of The Week: Citi Prestige Review
December 10, 2014
The good news: all the bells and whistles. The bad news: a $450 annual fee.
Just Say ‘Bah, Humbug’ To Store Credit Cards
December 3, 2014
Here’s why you should be a scrooge when a store offers you a credit card this holiday season.
How To Get $3,000 In Free Travel
November 26, 2014
All it takes is two credit cards and your usual purchases.
Credit Card Of The Week: Diners Club
November 19, 2014
One of the first credit cards ever is accepting new members for the first time in years.
What Good Are Business Credit Cards?
November 12, 2014
They have specific perks that might fit your needs — even if you don’t own a business.
Which Credit Card Points Fit My Personality?
November 5, 2014
So many points programs, so little time to rack up the rewards. Here’s a shortcut.
How a Credit Card Can Save You Big Bucks On A Lexus
October 29, 2014
We’re not really recommending it, we’re just saying it’s possible to save thousands.
How Young Should Your Child Be To Get A Credit Card?
October 22, 2014
Would you trust your 7-year-old with a credit card? Maybe you should.
What’s the deal with the Discover Card?
October 15, 2014
The maligned card has a cult following — for good reasons.
Which two credit cards are tied for best customer satisfaction?
October 8, 2014
You might have one, but you probably don’t have both.
6 weird ways you can use your credit card
October 1, 2014
Everything from marijuana to parking meters.
Are cash advances ever a good idea?
September 17, 2014
Short answer: hardly ever. Here’s list of better and cheaper options.
6 credit card perks you probably don’t know
September 10, 2014
Lost luggage? Stolen cellphone? Rental car accident? Your credit card can help. For free.
My biggest credit card success story (which could be yours, too)
September 3, 2014
Here’s how to fly first class, all around the world, for absolutely nothing.
The single best credit card for people who don’t want to worry about credit cards
August 20, 2014
Depending how you spend, here’s your one best card.
The 5 worst credit cards in America
August 13, 2014
You need to avoid these cards at all costs, or they’ll cost you big bucks.
5 best credit cards with microchips
August 6, 2014
These chips protect you from theft, but they aren’t common in the United States. Here are the best ones so far.
5 credit card scams and how to avoid them
July 30, 2014
Massive thefts of credit card numbers isn’t the only scam. You’re more likely to get burned by one of these.
Is the Amazon credit card the best card for shopping at Amazon?
July 16, 2014
Surprisingly, no. You can earn more rewards shopping at Amazon by using other cards.
3 surprising benefits of hotel reward cards
July 9, 2014
We love our cash-back and frequent-flier credit cards. But hotel cards offer better rewards.
How a credit card can help you achieve your travel bucket list
July 2, 2014
Do what I did, and your credit card can pay for your vacations without costing you a dime.
Get rid of your gas credit card
June 25, 2014
What you save per gallon isn’t nearly what you can reap from “regular” rewards cards.
The 5 best credit cards for summer travel
June 18, 2014
With one of these cards, you can start charging this summer for big savings next summer.