 TITLE: How Your Credit Cards Can Protect Your Holiday Purchases CONTENT: Compare Cards Before Applying\n-----------------------------\nIf you think you may benefit from a new credit card—or you want to see how your current cards stack up—compare cards' fees, rewards and benefits. Experian's CreditMatch™ service can make this easier by allowing you to filter cards based on your preferences. In most states, the tool can also match you with cards and personalized offers based on your credit profile.\nAlso, be sure to check up on your credit beforehand to make sure you've addressed anything that could be holding you back. Your credit reports are available for free from all three credit bureaus from AnnualCreditReport.com. You can also get your free credit report and score directly through Experian. END