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- Cash-back cards are the most popular rewards credit cards, according to a recent study.
- While it’s possible to get more value from travel rewards cards, cash back is simpler, more flexible, and often easier.
- Like most rewards credit cards, cash-back cards work by giving you a portion of the processing fee that the issuer gets from the merchant for each transaction.
- These are the best cash back credit cards currently available, from Chase, Citi, Wells Fargo, Capital One, and American Express.
When you’re looking to earn credit card rewards, the type of rewards you go for, beyond just the specific card you open, can make a big difference in how much value you get.See the rest of the story at Business Insider
See Also:
- AmEx has issued a last-minute offer for its SPG Luxury Card — sign up by October 31 to collect 100,000 points
- The Capital One Savor offers 4% cash back on dining and entertainment — here’s how much the average American saves each year with the card
- Most people don’t realize Chase’s Ultimate Rewards travel portal lets you redeem points for more than just flights and hotels — here’s what else you can book
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