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How To Activate Your Credit Card (With Any Bank)

How To Activate A Credit Card

by Team Genius | Jan 28, 2025

If you just got a new credit card, you’ll have to activate it online, by phone, or using the issuer’s app before you can start using it.

15 Credit Card Terms Explained

15 Credit Card Terms Explained

by Team Genius | Jan 28, 2025

It’s important to understand your credit card’s terminology so you know how to best use your card and avoid costly mistakes. We explain the 15 most common credit card terms.

CIBC Costco Mastercard vs. CIBC Costco World Mastercard

CIBC Costco Mastercard vs. CIBC Costco World Mastercard

by Team Genius | Jan 27, 2025

The CIBC Costco Mastercard and World Mastercard have the same earn rates and interest rates, but the World option comes with the usual premium World Mastercard benefits.

Why You Want American Express Front Of The Line Exclusive Access

Why You Want American Express Front Of The Line Exclusive Access

by Team Genius | Jan 27, 2025

For advance access to ticket presales, American Express Front Of The Line is a unique perk in the credit card world. Even better? It comes with all Amex cards.

Your Guide to The Aeroplane eStore

Your Guide To The Aeroplan eStore

by Team Genius | Jan 27, 2025

Earn free Aeroplan points on your purchases with the Aeroplan eStore. Here's how the eStore works, what retailers are available, and the best Aeroplan credit cards.

Amex Platinum vs. Aeroplan Reserve

Amex Platinum vs. Aeroplan Reserve

by Team Genius | Jan 23, 2025

Unless you always fly Air Canada, the American Express Platinum Card offers more benefits and rewards than the Amex Aeroplan Reserve.

Guaranteed Approval Credit Cards For Canadians

Guaranteed Approval Credit Cards For Canadians

by Team Genius | Jan 23, 2025

Guaranteed credit cards are a way for people who have poor credit scores to get access to credit cards and build credit. Here we look at 2 secured credit cards and some of the best prepaid credit cards in Canada.

Amex Aeroplan Reserve vs. TD Visa Infinite Privilege

Amex Aeroplan Reserve vs. TD Visa Infinite Privilege

by Team Genius | Jan 23, 2025

The TD Aeroplan Visa Infinite Privilege outclasses the American Express Aeroplan Reserve thanks to Visa’s benefits and widespread acceptance.

Amex Gold Rewards vs. Platinum

Amex Gold Rewards vs. Platinum

by Team Genius | Jan 22, 2025

The Amex Gold Rewards card earns more points with several premium perks, but the Platinum Card is the undisputed king of luxury credit card benefits.

Amex Cobalt vs. Platinum

Amex Cobalt vs. Platinum

by Team Genius | Jan 22, 2025

The Amex Cobalt’s high returns make it a favourite for most Canadians, although it can’t match the luxury perks provided by the Amex Platinum.

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