Deciding whether to cancel a credit card isn't a quick and easy decision — or at least it shouldn't be. It's best to weigh several factors to ensure that closing your account doesn't have unintended ...

A pending transaction is a charge that shows up on your credit card statement but hasn’t been reduced from your balance yet. Merchants may also place a pending transaction — or hold — on your account ...

Closing a credit card can hurt your credit score, so know the potential risks and benefits before you make the call. Jackie Lam is a contributor for CNET Money. A personal finance writer for over 8 ...

You can cancel a credit card application by calling or emailing the credit card company's customer service department — but you've limited time to act. If you missed the window to cancel, you can keep ...

As a freelance personal finance writer since 2008, Jason has contributed to over 100 outlets including Forbes, USA Today, Newsweek, Time, U.S. News, Money.com and NerdWallet. As an industry leader, ...

Breaking up is hard to do, especially if it’s with your credit card. Since canceling a credit card can ding your credit score, you need to do so thoughtfully. Make sure you check your reasons, explore ...

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Canceling a credit card that you no longer use is typically a straightforward process. However, the steps you need to take and the prerequisites often vary between lenders. Additionally, it’s ...

Sometimes you need to cancel an application because you applied for the wrong card, another card has a better sign-up bonus or you realize you don’t need it. Canceling a card can be difficult because ...