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Which is better Discover or American Express?

Joe Ford

Which is better Discover or American Express?

Overall, American Express is better for travel cards, while Discover is better for cashback cards.

What are the 4 major credit cards?

The four major credit card networks are Mastercard, Visa, American Express and Discover. Out of the four networks, two are also card issuers — Amex and Discover — which we explain more in the next section.

What are the two top rated credit cards?

The Best Credit Cards of 2021

  • Citi® Double Cash Card: Best Flat-Rate Cash Back Card.
  • Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card: Best Entry-Level Travel Card.
  • Chase Freedom Flex℠: Best Cash Back Card.
  • American Express® Gold Card: Best Card for Dining.
  • Chase Sapphire Reserve®: Best Flexible Travel Rewards Card.

What happens if I never use my Amazon credit card?

It will impact your credit score, but typically very minor – paying one bill late is much worse. It reduces your average credit card age, which is a minor contributor to credit score. The disadvantages are: you are giving them your address and name, and implicit permission to spam you with mail, email, etc.

How long should you keep a credit card before Cancelling?

six months

Do I lose my miles if I cancel my credit card?

General credit cards Unfortunately, most general rewards cards such as cash back or non-travel points cards don’t let you keep your rewards after you close the account. Unless you transfer your points or have another credit card earning points in the program, you’re probably going to lose them.

Is it worth paying an annual fee for a credit card?

You can find plenty of rewarding credit cards that won’t charge you for the privilege of carrying them. But generally, cards that do charge annual fees offer even better benefits or perks — extras that can easily outstrip the cost of such fees. In many cases, you’ll come out ahead, despite the upfront cost.