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‘Gray Charges’ May Be Sneaking Onto Your Credit Card. How to Fight Back [CNET]

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Article updated on Sep 30, 2024

It’s not just surprise subscriptions. Unexpected charges can show up from a variety of sources.

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Tiffany Connors

Tiffany Wendeln Connors is a senior editor for CNET Money with a focus on credit cards. Previously, she covered personal finance topics as a writer and editor at The Penny Hoarder. She is passionate about helping people make the best money decisions for themselves and their families. She graduated from Bowling Green State University with a bachelor’s degree in journalism and has been a writer and editor for publications including the New York Post, Women’s Running magazine and Soap Opera Digest. When she isn’t working, you can find her enjoying life in St. Petersburg, Florida, with her husband, daughter and a very needy dog.

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Dana Miranda is a certified educator in personal finance®, creator of the Healthy Rich newsletter and author of You Don’t Need a Budget: Stop Worrying about Debt, Spend without Shame, and Manage Money with Ease.