All credit cards come with more than a few moving parts. Among them is an annual percentage rate, or APR — the cost of borrowing money using the card. However, the tricky thing with credit cards is ...

Last month while I was working on a story about the credit-card industry, I realized I didn’t know the APR on my own credit card. As a personal-finance reporter, this felt like a cardinal sin, so I ...

From understanding jargon such as APRs and 0% transfer offers, to getting perks such as air miles or cashback ...

Although credit card APRs vary, the average APR across all credit cards in Forbes Advisor’s database is 25.33%. Use this value when considering the APR offered in your cardholder agreement, and always ...

Transferring your credit card balance to a 0% intro APR card can save you hundreds in interest. Here's exactly what happens ...

More than 8 in 10 people have successfully negotiated a lower APR. Here's what to say when you call your bank. My credit score and income are better than ever, so I called my bank to ask for a lower ...

If you've ever owned a credit card before, chances are you're familiar with the term "APR," or annual percentage rate. For specifically credit cards, your purchase APR is essentially your interest ...

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Evan Coleman is an Updates Editor on the Credit Cards and Travel Rewards team at Forbes Advisor, showcasing his interest in personal finance and love of travel. He has written for a variety of local ...

Sean Messier is a personal finance writer with a focus on credit. He’s written for Credit Card Insider, plus several other national and global brands. Tfilm / Getty Images The Federal Reserve cut its ...