With a background in journalism and counseling, Penny Min blends analytical research with real-world insight to help readers make informed financial decisions. At Forbes Marketplace, she specializes ...

Trying to use a Mastercard, Visa, or Amex Gift Card on Amazon can cause several headaches. First, simply registering the card as a payment method can be tricky. Amazon requires a name and billing ...

There's no doubt that basic economy is infuriating. From carry-on baggage restrictions on some airlines to a lack of seat selection, it's a step down from what travelers are used to getting when ...

If you’re paying full price at the gas pump these days, you might be missing a way to fuel your household savings. That’s because many rewards credit cards offer bonus points when you use them at the ...

Mastercard said Wednesday that it expects to be able to discover that your credit or debit card number has been compromised well before it ends up in the hands of a cybercriminal. In its latest ...

You generally can use your credit card to bet on sports, though some states prohibit you from doing so. Sports betting is considered a cash advance, which may limit how and how much you are able to ...

Spending money is easy. Keeping track of how much money you spend, not so much. Even if you're good at recording all your expenses in a financial program like Quicken, QuickBooks, or Xero, ...