$800 for a Credit Card? Why Your Premium Cards Will Cost More.

Credit card companies and airlines are in a race for customers who spend the most money — and that is making it harder for many other customers to score deals and perks.

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How Citi’s Strata Elite Travel Card Compares to Amex and Chase

When it launched its Strata Elite card, Citi entered the high-end market for travel rewards cards. Here’s how it compares with its top competitors.

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How Does Bilt Know What Credit Cards Are in Your Wallet?

Some people who have signed up with a company called Bilt have been unnerved to see a list of all their credit cards displayed. How did Bilt get this information?

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What the Fed’s Rate Decision Means for Loans, Credit Cards, Mortgages and More

Here’s how the central bank’s interest rate stance influences car loans, credit cards, mortgages, savings and student loans.

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Airport Food Hits a New Height of Luxury

In pursuit of well-heeled fliers, airlines and credit card companies are stocking their elite lounges with caviar, sushi bars and big-name chefs.

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Help! My Debit Card Issuer Won’t Cover a Thief’s Cash Withdrawal.

A thief swiped a traveler’s wallet at the Barcelona airport and later used her card to take out more than $1,100 in cash. Why was her fraud claim denied?

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Help! My Credit Card Won’t Cover Damage to a Rental Car in Europe.

A traveler who used his American Express card’s collision damage waiver got stuck paying nearly $1,300 because of a missing document. Whose fault was it?

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What the Fed’s Rate Decision Means for Loans, Credit Cards, Mortgages and More

Here’s how the central bank’s interest rate stance influences car loans, credit cards, mortgages, savings and student loans.

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Chase Announces Annual Fee Increase to Its Sapphire Reserve Credit Card

The price jump is part of an ongoing shift for credit card companies and airlines toward premium rewards and high-end travelers.

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A Couple on a Cruise Was Wait-Listed for an Excursion, Yet Charged $800

After our columnist inquired about a surprise bill for a whale-watching outing, Holland America changed the way it handles passengers wait-listed for excursions.

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