Rewards cards have become an incredibly popular option, with more and more people trying to get a bargain on their shopping and spending habits.

These cards offer everything from cash back to gift cards and frequent flyer points but making a decision about what rewards card to get often leads to people looking at the signup offers.

Point bonuses are a kind of new credit card deal that gives people the chance to get ahead with rewards by offering thousands of extra points for new cardholders. (more…)

With credit card reward deals being introduced or changed all the time it can hard to keep up with the best offers around.

But such a high level of competition between providers definitely has its benefits, especially when combined with a good balance transfer deal or signup bonus and easy online application process.

So if you are thinking of upgrading your rewards card or just want to compare different options, here is a look at some of the best reward point cards for 2011. (more…)

With competition from so many providers it can often be hard to narrow down credit card deals to the best of the best.

While most new cards will offer some kind of introductory deal or signup bonus, not all of them will appeal or apply to everyone.

So how do you know if you are looking at the top credit card deals for new cards? There may not be one sure-fire way, but with these tips in mind you should definitely be closer to making the most of credit card offers. (more…)

Whatever the kind of card you are looking for, it pays off to know how well different options are rated in Australia.

There is always a number of credit card rating systems to choose from but one of the most thorough and respected options is the Financial Review Smart Investor Blue Ribbon Awards.

Through these annual awards financial providers are assessed by the Smart Investor magazine and a team of other financial advice organisations like Morningstar and Rice Warner Actuaries to come up with the best of the best in a range of categories, including several relating to credit cards. (more…)