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What is a credit card CVV or CVC number?

When you make a purchase online, you’ll generally be asked to provide your card’s number, expiration date and CVV or CVC number.

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How to get cash back from a credit card?

Getting cashback on a credit card can sound very appealing and plenty of cards offer cashback rewards. Here’s how you could get cash back from a credit card.

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Turn your bills into a holiday: Earn rewards for life’s expenses

Paying your bills with a credit card may earn you rewards points, but you’ll need to make sure you use your card with care.

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How to claim Qantas frequent flyer points on Emirates

Qantas Points can be used to purchase Qantas flights, as well as those from partner airlines. But can you use Qantas Points on Emirates flights?

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What is a balance transfer credit card and how does it work?

If you’re thinking of moving from one credit card to another, you might be interested in a balance transfer. So what is a balance transfer credit card?

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Are there ‘no credit check’ credit cards in Australia?

If you’ve got no credit history, or a poor one, and want to get a credit card, you may be looking for a ‘no credit check credit card’. What are your options?

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How much are Qantas Points worth?

Are Qantas points worth it? This will depend on how you use them. To help your points go further, we find out how much a Qantas Point is worth in dollars.

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How to increase credit card limit?

If your needs have changed, you may be wondering how to increase your credit card limit. But make sure you consider the pros and cons first.

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High limit credit cards

High limit credit cards are cards that come with limits of $20,000 and up, and are often for high-earning individuals or for business use.

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What you need to know about CommBank Neo, the 0% interest credit card

Does the sound of a credit card with no interest sound appealing? The Commonwealth Bank offers one, but it comes with a monthly fee.

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Secured credit cards – what are your options?

If you’re looking to build or improve your credit, you might have come across secured credit cards. So are they offered in Australia?

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How to reverse unauthorised credit card transactions

If you suspect your credit card has been charged mistakenly or fraudulently, will your bank refund the unauthorised transaction?

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What is a credit card minimum repayment?

Canstar explains how minimum repayments on credit cards work – and how much your debt might cost by the time you pay it off.

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Credit cards with complimentary domestic car rental excess insurance

Planning a road trip? Your credit card could offer rental car excess insurance as a special feature. What is it and which companies offer it?

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What is a credit card purchase rate?

What is the purchase rate, and how do banks and lenders calculate your credit card interest on your statement each month?

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What happens if you default on your credit card?

Are you at risk of falling behind on your credit card repayments? It’s important to understand the consequences that come with defaulting on your credit card.

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How to fly business class on an economy budget

If you’ve ever experienced business class envy, the key to scoring an upgrade on your next flight could actually be closer than you think.

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Travel money cards vs credit cards vs debit cards

What are the benefits of travel money cards, debit cards, credit cards and cash when planning an international trip?

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What is a credit card cash advance?

Many credit cards allow you to withdraw money from your credit card account. This is known as a cash advance.

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Can you buy a car with a credit card?

Can you buy a car with a credit card – is it even a good idea? Canstar investigates what’s possible plus the pros and cons of putting a car on the plastic.

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