I never know if I would prefer to get cash back or free airline miles with my credit card rewards. If you are going to use your credit card, then you might as well get a little something back. Make sure you pay off your balance though.

Here is a look at pros and cons of different rewards on credit cards. Try this for a more in-depth look at the different cards including annual fees, interest rate, credit background required and the reward offered.

Choosing a reward credit card
Comparison of cards

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