Credit Card Blogs

This article explains the CUR full form in credit cards, what credit utilisation ratio means for your CIBIL score and how three real borrowers dealt with CUR-related score drops. You will find the benchmark figures, the statement date trick and 5 practical ways to reduce your CUR.  CUR full form in credit card is Credit Utilisation Ratio. 3 letters, one …

A suit filed entry in your CIBIL report can drop your score by 80 to 100 points and block loan approvals across banks and NBFCs. This space explains what suit filed means, how to dispute an incorrect entry and how to get the status updated after clearing a genuine default, most cases resolve within 30 to 60 days.  Did you spot a …

This article is a complete reference for credit card customer care numbers across all major banks in India. It covers toll-free helplines, WhatsApp banking contacts, SMS block shortcuts and guidance on how to contact credit card customer care through non-call channels. Useful whether you have lost your card, spotted a fraud or need the full credit card customer care numbers list …

This guide explains how to check debit card EMI eligibility across major Indian banks – HDFC, SBI, ICICI, Axis and Kotak with SMS codes, app checks, real-life examples and step-by-step activation instructions. Whether you want to run a quick debit card EMI eligibility check or find out why your last attempt was declined, this covers it.   Debit card EMI lets you split large …

In a business environment, finance management is necessary to ensure creditworthiness and economic stability. Just like a credit report assesses personal financial health, a Company Credit Report (CCR) helps businesses evaluate their financial position. This report determines your company’s creditworthiness and eligibility for new credit.  Compiled by credit institutions like CIBIL, this document uses data …

The worst thing that can happen to anyone is misplacing their credit card or discovering that it has been stolen. According to the new RBI rules, card issuers must promptly block a lost card upon notification and give comprehensive instructions on reporting theft, loss or unauthorised use of a card or PIN. On the other …

This article explains what fuel surcharge waiver means on a credit card, how the waiver process works in practice, and what conditions determine whether a transaction qualifies. It also compares 5 credit cards with fuel surcharge waiver benefits and shows how to get the most out of the feature.   Every time you pay for petrol or diesel with a …

Wondering how you can pay rent with a credit card? Paying for recurring expenses without any hassle of remembering the due dates is among many attractive features of using credit cards. You can pay the monthly amount directly to your landlord’s account using a credit card. Apart from the convenience, there are several other benefits …

Outstanding debt is a crucial factor in determining your creditworthiness. As your debt piles up, availing of new loans or credit cards becomes difficult. When a financial institution receives your credit application, it reviews your credit report.  This document includes a record of your credit history as well as defaults. As such, any unpaid debts …

Credit cards require you to make timely payments to avoid interest charges and you can simplify your life using a credit card bill payment app. A user-friendly app makes the whole process of paying bills convenient and quick.  This way, you don’t have to visit your credit card provider’s branch or miss due dates. Such …