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How Credit Card Companies Make Money

How Credit Card Companies Make Money

by creditcardGenius Team | Sep 17, 2025

If you wonder how credit card companies make money, consider your card's interest rates, the various fees it charges, and the emails you get advertising other credit products.

Credit Card Balance Transfer or Personal Loan? Which Is Better?

Credit Card Balance Transfer or Personal Loan? Which Is Better?

by creditcardGenius Team | Sep 12, 2025

To tell whether a credit card balance transfer or personal loan is right for you, consider the types of debt you have, how much interest you pay, your repayment timeline.

Expired Credit Card Guide: What To Do Before And After the Expiry Date

Expired Credit Card Guide: What To Do Before And After The Expiry Date

by creditcardGenius Team | Sep 12, 2025

If your credit card is close to expiring, don’t worry. Dealing with it and activating a new card only takes a few minutes, and, when done correctly, can prevent credit card fraud.

Best Flat Rate Credit Cards In Canada

Best Flat Rate Credit Cards In Canada

by creditcardGenius Team | Sep 12, 2025

Flat rate cards are often synonymous with everyday credit cards since they’re easy to use and earn you a specified rate on all your purchases. Read on for our top card picks.

CIBC Adapta Points: Everything You Need To Know

CIBC Adapta Points: Everything You Need To Know

by creditcardGenius Team | Sep 12, 2025

The new CIBC Adapta Mastercard earns Adapta points for every purchase you make. You can redeem them for cash back or deposit the rewards into CIBC financial products.

How to Build Your Credit: A Complete Guide

How to Build Your Credit: A Complete Guide

by creditcardGenius Team | Sep 12, 2025

If you're wondering how to build your credit, consider using a secured credit card or applying for a credit builder loan, but make sure all payments are full and on time.

Cheapest Places To Live In BC

The Cheapest Places To Live In BC 2025

by creditcardGenius Team | Sep 12, 2025

The cheapest place to live in BC is far away from Vancouver, in the village of Castlegar.

Your guide to credit card fees in Canada

Your guide to credit card fees in Canada

by creditcardGenius Team | Sep 12, 2025

Never be surprised by unknown fees again! Read through our handy guide on various credit card fees like foreign transaction fees, overlimit fees, late payment fees, and more.

Credit Card Interest Calculator: How Much Are You Paying The Banks In Interest?

Credit Card Interest Calculator: How Much Are You Paying The Banks In Interest?

by creditcardGenius Team | Sep 10, 2025

Credit card interest can add up fast, so learn about how much you’re paying by experimenting with our interest calculator and making a strategy for repaying your debt.

What Are Secured Credit Cards?

What Are Secured Credit Cards?

by creditcardGenius Team | Sep 10, 2025

A secured credit card in Canada doesn’t have income requirements like an unsecured card. Instead, it helps people with no or poor credit build a solid credit score.

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