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.
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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.
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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…
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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.
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.

The three worst credit cards to have

Even more credit card offenders are lurking in dark corners of the alley. Here is a list of three of the worst credit cards to have. READ ON
Credit card companies are going into survival mode, charging even good-paying customers high interest rates and cutting their limits.

History of the Credit Card in America

Many Americans don't know the history of credit cards and may not realize that they are still a relatively new invention.

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!
That's a monster of an APR you've got there, First Premier Bank. Give me a payday loan instead!

Facts About Installment Loans Everyone Should Know Before Applying Online

Are installment loans online safe and secure? Is applying a big hassle with tons of hoops to jump through? We have the facts you want to know.
Are installment loans online safe and secure? Is applying a big hassle with tons of hoops to jump through? We have the facts you want to know.

Chase Sapphire Seeks Contracts with High-Income Consumers

JP Morgan Chase is going after more affluent customers with its Chase Sapphire card, which has no credit limit...
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