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Cash Back Credit Cards

How cash back cards pay you, what the fine print changes, and how to estimate the value on your own spending.

Cash back cards return a percentage of eligible purchases, usually as a statement credit or deposit. Their value is easy to understand, which is much of their appeal. The real comparison comes down to the structure of the rewards, the caps and any annual fee.

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Before you decide

  • Estimate your yearly rewards with the cash back calculator, using your real spending.
  • Check whether a bonus rate has a spending cap or requires activation.
  • Remember that carrying a balance can cost more than you earn in rewards.