This week Barclaycard announced it was slashing the fees on all of its balance transfer cards. As we highlighted, it now has the top two cards when it comes to the all-round balance transfer package, ...

Years ago, one of my closest friends found himself staring down about $30,000 in credit card debt. He was juggling multiple cards, paying 20%+ interest, and was extremely overwhelmed. Then he ...

Credit card balance transfers can be a smart way to reduce your credit card monthly payments or, in some cases, pay off what you owe entirely. The fee you'll pay to transfer your balance — which ...

With a background in journalism and counseling, Penny Min blends analytical research with real-world insight to help readers make informed financial decisions. At Forbes Marketplace, she specializes ...

When used judiciously, credit cards can offer several benefits like instant discounts/cashbacks, up to 50 days interest-free credit period, complimentary airport lounge access, reward points, etc.

Some required reading for Americans playing the balance transfer game. Oct. 7, 2009— -- About a year ago, Buffalo, N.Y., native John Gallivan did what a lot of Americans with mounting credit card ...