Looking to hold onto a credit card for years or even decades? Here's what to know about what can happen when you do, good and ...

Sometimes you need to cancel an application because you applied for the wrong card, another card has a better sign-up bonus or you realize you don’t need it. Canceling a card can be difficult because ...

When you close a credit card, it’s typically a use-it-or-lose-it situation for rewards — and you may miss out on huge value if you don’t take action. “Too many cardholders forget or don’t realize that ...

It’s typically better for your credit score to keep an unused credit card open, especially if it’s your oldest line of credit. However, you might be better off canceling the credit card instead if you ...