How do cash back credit cards work?
Cash back cards return a percentage of your eligible purchases back to you, usually as a statement credit, check, or direct deposit.
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Cash back cards return a percentage of your eligible purchases back to you, usually as a statement credit, check, or direct deposit.
It depends on your spending habits. If you spend heavily in one category (like groceries), a category card might earn more. Otherwise, a 2% flat-rate card is usually best for general spending.
In most cases, credit card cash back is considered a rebate or discount on your purchase by the IRS, not taxable income.
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