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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

Interest rates on credit cards hit highest point in 13 years

The average interest rate for credit cards is at its highest point in more than a decade. Base rates are being raised thanks to the CARD Act.

Thursday, February 3rd, 2011 by

By Peter Stone

Bank of America cuts off WikiLeaks ahead of bank document release

Bank of America has suspended WikiLeaks from receiving any payments from the bank. Numerous finance organizations have cut WikiLeaks off.

Monday, December 20th, 2010 by

By Peter Stone

How Can Your Credit Score Be Saved With Something As Simple As A Payday Loan?

Millions of people every year fall short on various bills and lose credit points. Payday loans are a no credit check option that can ease the pain.

Smartphone pay has credit, debit cards wobbling on the ropes

Contactless smartphone pay systems have Visa, MasterCard and other credit and debit card issuers worried about massive loss of revenue…

Monday, August 2nd, 2010 by

By Steve Tarlow

Using a debit card instead of a credit card

Although they can be used to purchase items in the same way that a credit card can, debit cards feature major differences that consumers should be aware of.

Sunday, January 31st, 2010 by

By Laura M. Sands

80 Percent APR Credit Card Terrorizes Consumers

The subprime credit card market has its uses, but First Premier Bank's 79.9 percent APR credit card is too much. Use payday loans instead and save a bundle!