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With just a bit of sleight of hand your credit card details can be collected to create a cloned card which can then be used for fraudulent transactions. Unless you study your card statements carefully, you may find you have been paying for goods and services that somebody else is enjoying. Gillian Bullock reports.

Money tips for travellers

Travellers cheques or cash were once the only ways to organise your money for an overseas trip. But the arrival of credit, debit and prepaid cards have opened up a whole new range of options says Gillian Bullock.

Should you use your reward points to fly or buy?

Paul Clitheroe says there's been a lot of speculation about the wastage of credit card reward points but flying is only part of the rewards story. Find out the best way to use your points.

Are you a revolver or transactor?

The first step in a credit card check-up is to work out what type of credit card user you are, say Nicola Field and Chris Walker.

Get real on credit cards

Credit card issuers are trying hard to get your attention and custom. But Nicola Field and Chris Walker say borrowers should take care so their cards don't get them too far in the red.

Transferring your credit card balance?

Credit card companies may advertise attractive sounding offers for a new credit card if you transfer your existing credit card balance to them. To avoid any pitfalls, get the full picture before you make the move. Take time to go through the fine print. Here's some tips from the Australian Securities and Investments Commission.

Retail credit traps

Store branded credit cards can be attractive when you’re looking at those big purchases, but there can be a real downside to having the card. Effie Zahos explains why you need to be wary.

Credit card shocks

Maria Bekiaris has the tips you need to avoid buying a credit card that promises more than it delivers.

Controlling your credit card

It's the time of year when we do the most damage on our credit cards. Luckily, Paul Clitheroe has some tips for managing your card.

Training your credit card

Does your credit card behave like an untrained dog, chasing after shopping opportunities, chewing up your savings with interest charges and making a mess of your financial plans? Here are some tips from ASIC to help.

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