Credit Cards
How to find the best credit card
If you're choosing a credit card, understand what's important. Learn how to find the best credit card for your financial situation.
Monday, July 11th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
How to break your credit card dependency
Learn how to break credit card dependency, avoid further debt and stay that way in just a few important steps.
Tuesday, July 5th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Controversial robo-signing practice could extend to credit cards
JPMorgan Chase has been withdrawing credit card suits without explanation, and some believe robo-signing credit card suits is the culprit.
Friday, June 24th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Payday Loans and How You Can Protect Your Personal Information From Identity Theft
Encryption of your data is just the basic level of protection you need to look for. You can also check to see if the page has HTTPS in the address bar when on application page.
American express to issue a new prepaid debit card
American Express is unveiling a prepaid debit card on June 21. It requires no bank and is seen as a new trend in the credit card industry.
Tuesday, June 14th, 2011 by By Ron Ford
Little things that can mar a credit report
Watch out for the little things that can gang up on your credit report and bring down your FICO score.
Tuesday, June 14th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Are you using Credit Card Act resources like you should?
The National Foundation for Credit Counseling says too few people use the free resources provided by the Credit Card Act.
Friday, May 27th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
How People Are Taking Advantage of Installment Loans To Cover Budget Shocks Today
Budget shocks are something very common these days. Many middle class Americans have started using installment lending products to get through tough times.
Visa Digital Wallet quickens mobile payment race
Visa Digital Wallet is set to debut in the fall, and banks are lining up to partner with Visa on this sure-to-be big POS money-making push.
Tuesday, May 17th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Credit card hotline is latest issue in consumer bureau fight
The latest fight over the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau involves a credit card hotline that would compile complaints about card companies.
Monday, May 16th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Credit card companies still marketing to college students
College students are supposed to have greater barriers between them and credit card companies, but the laws still have loopholes.
Wednesday, May 11th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Short Term Loans Are Available Without Credit Checks - What Does That Mean For You?
Having access to a short term loan online when every you want without credit checks is a tempting offer but what should you know before applying?
Prepaid benefit cards exploit the unemployed, says study
Prepaid benefit debit cards for the unemployed nickel and dime them to death with fees, according to a National Consumer Law Center report.
Wednesday, May 11th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
30 percent interest for late payments at Bank of America
Watch out for default interest rates. Despite new rules, credit card issuers like Bank of America will still raise rates sky high.
Wednesday, April 27th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Credit card use declining as more people turn to cash
Credit card use continues to decline. Fewer and fewer people are turning to the plastic because more people are trying to shed debt.
Tuesday, April 19th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
You Are Not Supposed To Know Cash Advances Online Do Not Require Any Credit
Credit is not a factor with cash advances online. There are not credit checks so their is no hard inquiry on your record to lower your credit score.
CARD Act could strip stay-at-home partners of financial identity
The consumer-protection CARD Act is supposed to protect consumers, but some stay-at-home spouses hit snags because they can't prove income.
Friday, April 15th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
Banks fighting to corner market for EMV chip credit cards
JPMorgan and Wells Fargo are launching EMV chip equipped smart cards for high-end credit card customers who travel overseas frequently.
Thursday, April 14th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Consumers advised to avoid credit card protection plans
Credit card debt protection plans are great for credit card companies but end up being not very beneficial for people who enroll in them.
Tuesday, April 12th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Personal Online Lending and How It Can Make or Break Your Family Budget During Hard Times
Hard times befall us all but you do not have to break your budget to pay your bills. Use personal loans responsibly to avoid penlaties and late fees.
Expensive alternatives to checking accounts becoming more popular
Prepaid debit cards are touted as a great alternative to checking accounts. The cards can be expensive but helpful for those without bank accounts.
Tuesday, April 12th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
Recovery Watch: Credit card mail has increased dramatically
Credit card mail has increased considerably, a sign of credit easing. Know some of the major ploys card companies use to get you to sign up.
Monday, April 11th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
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