Stacks of old credit card statements piling up in your filing cabinet or scattered across your desk might seem harmless.

Using a credit card without knowing how to read your credit card statement is a bit like going to the doctor and not receiving any documentation about your treatment. You might have some idea of what ...

Unless you need them for tax time or a dispute with your issuer, you can typically shred paper statements after 60 days. And if you've gone digital, it may be a moot point. Many or all of the products ...

Americans will be leaning hard on their credit cards this holiday season. A few key rules can keep you from slipping into a ...

Whether you’re new to the world of credit cards or an established pro, it’s essential to understand the terms that appear on your credit card statement. Two terms that may cause confusion, even if you ...

Sometimes called the statement closing date, it's the last day of your billing cycle, when your monthly balance is calculated. Many or all of the products on this page are from partners who compensate ...

A pending transaction is a charge that shows up on your credit card statement but hasn’t been reduced from your balance yet. Merchants may also place a pending transaction — or hold — on your account ...

(Gray News) - If you get a paper statement for your credit cards, you might want to check if you are being charged for it. Some credit card companies are now charging a fee to send paper statements in ...

Whether you’re asking yourself “what is this charge on my credit card?” or analyzing your spending and rewards earning, credit card statements feature a wealth of information beyond the track record ...

Gabriela Walsh is a Certified Educator in Personal Finance® and a personal finance editor at Red Ventures. Her previous work experience includes various editorial positions at FinanceBuzz. She ...