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Sara Rathner

How to Save Money With Credit Cards When Prices Are High

How to Save Money With Credit Cards When Prices Are High

With annual inflation up to 3.3% in March 2026 largely due to gas prices, consumers are feeling pinched — and pessimistic. According to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York’s Survey of Consumer Expectations (also from March), 35.9% of households are expecting a worse financial situation a year
Sara Rathner 15 Apr 2026
Premium Credit Cards in Smaller Cities: How to Make the Math Work

Premium Credit Cards in Smaller Cities: How to Make the Math Work

High-end credit cards are increasingly embracing “lifestyle” perks, such as entry into exclusive events, credits toward pricey hotels and fancy gyms, even memberships to a chain of medical practices that offer same-day appointments. When you live in a major city with access to merchants that partner with credit
Sara Rathner 09 Apr 2026

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