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What Your CVV Number Means And How To Use It

by creditcardGenius Team | Apr 24, 2025

When you make online payments, you’ll have to enter the CVV, which is a 3- or 4-digit number that proves you’re entering a valid credit card. The CVV is an additional anti-fraud feature.

How To Maximize The Best Western Rewards Program

How To Maximize The Best Western Rewards Program

by creditcardGenius Team | Apr 22, 2025

Best Western Rewards lets you earn free nights and other travel redemptions with no blackout dates – and you can transfer them to Aeroplan and Air Miles.

Where Is American Express Accepted In Canada?

Where Is American Express Accepted In Canada?

by creditcardGenius Team | Apr 17, 2025

American Express has lower acceptance rates than Visa and Mastercard, but there are many retailers that accept it. Costco and Loblaws, notably, do not.

How To Maximize The Scene+ Points Program

How To Maximize The Scene+ Points Program

by creditcardGenius Team | Apr 16, 2025

Scene+ is a flexible rewards program with 4 equally high-paying redemption options. With so many places to earn (and redeem) points, here's a guide on how to maximize them.

The Best 0% APR Credit Cards In Canada

The Best 0% APR Credit Cards In Canada

by creditcardGenius Team | Apr 16, 2025

0% APR credit card offers help you save on credit card interest, though these offers are few and far between. The best option is the MBNA True Line Mastercard.

The Elusive Black Card – Amex Centurion

Your Guide To The Elusive Amex Black Card

by creditcardGenius Team | Apr 16, 2025

The Amex Black Card is the most exclusive card and is by invitation only – but more common alternatives include the Amex Platinum Card and RBC Avion Visa Infinite Privilege.

Canadian Tire Triangle Rewards: How To Maximize Your Canadian Tire Money

How To Maximize Your Canadian Tire Triangle Rewards

by creditcardGenius Team | Apr 16, 2025

Triangle Rewards is the rewards program for all Canadian Tire stores, including Mark's and Sport Chek. Here's how you'll earn rewards, where you'll earn them and how to redeem.

How To Protect Your Credit Score During A Recession

How To Protect Your Credit Score During A Recession

by creditcardGenius Team | Apr 16, 2025

Worried about your finances during a recession? Learn how to protect your credit score during a recession with practical tips on managing debt, staying current on payments, and avoiding common financial pitfalls during rough times.

How To Maximize The Marriott Bonvoy Rewards Program

How To Maximize The Marriott Bonvoy Rewards Program

by creditcardGenius Team | Apr 16, 2025

Earn Marriott Bonvoy points at 7,000+ hotels and redeem them on free hotel stays, shopping, and travel for an average value of 1.24 cents CAD per point.

Study: The Dollar Value Of Your Credit Card Insurance Coverage

Study: How Much Is Your Credit Card Insurance Worth?

by creditcardGenius Team | Apr 15, 2025

There are 17 types of credit card insurance available in Canada, the most valuable and useful of which is rental car theft and damage.

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