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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent resource for comparing credit cards in one place. The information is clear, easy to follow, and genuinely useful for making smart financial decisions. The site breaks down benefits and fine... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Using CardRates.com for credit cards information, financial news, as well as a guide is simple and easy. Best deals possible for credit card needs can be discussed with finance experts. Updates also i... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This financial site provides an abundance of information pertaining to credit cards, financial knowledge, and other sources which help every day consumers make wise decisions. Their web site is user f... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I found this site to be very informative. There are many competitors all offering credit cards. All with a different interest %. I have always wondered how credit companies make money. Before make a d... See more

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  1. Non-Bank Financial Service
  2. Financial Consultant

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CardRates.com was created with a singular goal: to better educate consumers about the benefits and perils of credit cards. To that end, our finance experts strive to share valuable, well-researched advice, news and reviews with visitors daily. The world of credit cards can be difficult to navigate, with many pitfalls and untrustworthy sources everywhere you turn. We at CardRates.com aim to consistently provide the most trusted information on the web and truly live up to our moniker as "The Ultimate Guide to Credit Cards."


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TrustScore 5 out of 5

237 reviews

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Good,better,best

Need bolder darker type = good. Web site = better. Information = best. Good Better, Best never let it rest until your good is better and your better best.

6 October 2016
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great!

Card rates is awesome! Using their tips, I've gotten my credit back on track!

6 October 2016
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I the site alot.

The site was very informative. It offered information on things I wouldn't have perused unless the info was right there for me, presented in such an easy to follow forum.

5 October 2016
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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Interesting

This is honestly the first time I've been on this page/site, so I am not100%sure how good it is compared to others that are similar. However, it does seem quite simple to navigate and looks straight forward. Thank you for your offer and enjoy your evening.

5 October 2016
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I love it.

It awesome. I love using this. It very easy. Also a great way to find anything you can use in your everyday life.

5 October 2016
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Top notch website.

The information was to the point and exactly what I was looking for. The ads where placed as to not be confusing but appealing as you looked at the website. Overall the site is looks amazing

15 March 2016
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Card rate review

Site is pleasing to the eye. Very easy to navigate And information is placed so that you do not constantly move from screen to screen.

15 March 2016
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Card rates.com

I would recommend Cardrates.com to anyone and everyone. They offer such great services such as credit card and credit scores, etc. I would definitely say it is better than credit karma!

15 March 2016
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Relevance

I was extremely impressed with the relevance of the I formation as well as the importance. I was also taken aback by how easy it was to maneuver your site.

15 March 2016
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Card rates excellent site

Cardrate.com us an excellent site with great knowledge of credit card information. They can help you find the best card available to you that suits your needs. If you enjoy collecting points they will tell you what card to get to receive the points your looking for. The site very clear and easy to use.

15 March 2016
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Perfection

Everything on this site is real and you will be surprised when you see it. Good job for doing an outstanding job!

15 March 2016
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Trust

I luv the your website its neat easy to use its a good website and i will tell people to go to your website

15 March 2016
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