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How minimum income rules for credit cards work in different countries, what counts as income and how to apply successfully on a modest salary.

What happens after missed credit card payments, from late fees and credit reporting to default, collections and charge-off, and how to act early.

How credit card debt is handled when a cardholder dies, who may be responsible, what family members should do and how to plan ahead.

Why some merchants add a fee for paying by credit card, how rules differ between countries and how to avoid paying surcharges unnecessarily.

Why petrol stations, hotels and car hire firms place temporary holds on your credit card, how long they last and how to stop them causing problems.

How category bonus credit cards work for groceries, fuel and other everyday spending, how caps and fees change their value and how to compare them.

Why credit card points expire or lose value, how programme changes affect you and practical habits to protect and redeem your rewards in time.

What credit card payment protection insurance covers, what it typically costs, common exclusions and how to judge whether you need it.

How joint credit card accounts work where available, how they differ from authorised users, what shared liability means and how to protect yourself.

How to decide how many credit cards suit you, how the number affects your credit score, your budget and your risk, and when to add or remove one.