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    A Hotel Clerk Took Photos of a Guest’s Credit Card — Yes, This Is as Bad as It Sounds

    by SharonKurheg November 24, 2025
    by SharonKurheg November 24, 2025

    It’s the 2020s and for the vast majority of hotels, even the teeny tiny, privately owned ones, there are apps available for the hotel owner to get the guest’s card …

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    Some Credit Card Companies Still Want You to Tell Them When You’re Traveling — Here’s What to Know.

    by joeheg October 4, 2025
    by joeheg October 4, 2025

    Years ago, calling your bank before a trip was essential — especially if you were heading overseas. Otherwise, your first souvenir might’ve been a frozen account and a long-distance call …

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    The One Credit Card You Should Always Have With You When You Fly

    by SharonKurheg January 31, 2025
    by SharonKurheg January 31, 2025

    When most people fly, they typically have few problems. But sometimes, your foray into the airport is less than stellar. Here are the most frequent issues people face: Getting the …

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    How to Prevent and Handle Credit Card Denials While Traveling

    by joeheg December 9, 2023
    by joeheg December 9, 2023

    Back in the day, you had to let a credit card company know if you were planning to do spending outside your normal patterns. Otherwise, if you were traveling across …

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