These fees can add up quickly, and they may be a lot heftier than you imagine. But there are ways to avoid them.

Some gas stations are charging up to $1 more per gallon for credit card payments. Learn how to spot these fees and save on fuel.

Gas station holds mean retailers know a debit or credit card has enough money. They can only be avoided if a gas station allows you to pay for gas up front.

Don't assume that gas station credit cards offer the best discounts or rebates on fill-ups. General-purpose cash-back cards are typically more rewarding.

Recurring charges to your credit card can add up quickly, even if they're small amounts. Sometimes known as gray charges, ...

Money Talks columnist Darnell Mayberry offers simple, practical advice for using credit cards responsibly, emphasizing budgeting, paying balances in full and avoiding impulse spending to help ...