Credit card analyst
Priya Sharma
FinWiz24 editorial office · Palitana, Gujarat, India
Personal-finance reporter focused on first-time cardholders and CIBIL. CAMS-certified mutual-fund writer.
Posts by this author (10)
blog · 19 Jun 2026
Credit Card vs Debit Card vs UPI: The Right Tool for the Right Spend
Each payment method has a role. Using the right one for the right spend saves money and builds credit.
blog · 17 Jun 2026
Fraudulent Accounts on Your CIBIL Report? Here's What to Do
Identity theft via credit-card fraud is rare but real. The recovery process is well-defined — if you act fast.
blog · 15 Jun 2026
Your First Credit Card After Your First Job: A Playbook
You have a salary account, a steady income, and zero credit history. Here's what to do in the first 12 months.
blog · 13 Jun 2026
Why Your Credit Utilisation Ratio Is the Second-Biggest Score Factor
30% of your CIBIL score depends on how much of your credit limit you use. Here's the optimal strategy.
blog · 11 Jun 2026
How to Dispute an Error on Your CIBIL Report
Wrong balance, closed account shown as open, missed payment you didn't miss. Here's how to fix it.
blog · 9 Jun 2026
Credit Cards for Students in India: What's Actually Available
Most banks require a salaried income for credit cards. Here's what students can do instead.
blog · 7 Jun 2026
Secured vs Unsecured Credit Cards in India — Which One to Start With?
Secured cards require a fixed deposit; unsecured cards don't. Here's when each makes sense.
blog · 5 Jun 2026
10 CIBIL Score Myths That Are Costing You Money
Income, UPI, debit cards — none of these affect your score. Here's what's myth and what's fact.
blog · 3 Jun 2026
What a CIBIL Score Actually Is — and What It Isn't
Your CIBIL score is a number, not a verdict. Here's how it's calculated, what moves it, and what doesn't.
blog · 1 Jun 2026
Your First Credit Card in India: A Step-by-Step Guide
How to qualify, what to apply for, and the four mistakes to avoid on day one.