Posts Tagged - 'credit card company'

Your Parents, Their Credit Card Debt

May 15, 2012, by Beth May

Many adult children are unsure of what their parents’ financial debt totals. Once they do delve in, they’re finding overwhelming credit card debt.

6 Tips For Handling Student Loan, Credit Card Debt

May 10, 2012, by Evita Page

It’s a tough reality for graduating college students as they’re leaving with both credit card debt and overwhelming student loans. Here are six things you can do right now to offset the burden.

Don’t Let the Amex and NJ Battle Fool You

April 5, 2012, by Evita Page

What is this strange battle between New Jersey and American Express really about? Amex pulls its gift cards after New Jersey passes law that requires consumers to provide their zip codes.

What’s Going on with CFPB?

March 29, 2012, by Jon Dell

Wondering why you haven’t heard much out of the newly-founded CFPB? The answer’s easy: the board has been busy handling consumer complaints, dealing with credit card companies and doing it all in an expedited and practical manner.

Is it Time for a Simpler Credit Card?

March 6, 2012, by Jon Dell

Points, miles, cash back – all these rewards programs are fine and good until they become overwhelming to the point that you never use them. A simpler credit card is on its way back to the standard credit card offers.

Your Emergency Credit Card

December 29, 2011, by Jon Dell

Don’t wait until an emergency happens before you have an emergency credit card. Choose wisely and look for no annual fee credit cards and those with low APRs.

Can’t Make Your Credit Card Payments?

December 1, 2011, by Antonio Bard

Everyone has the occasional financial difficulties, but there are a few things you can do to keep the trauma limited. Contact your credit card company to work out payment arrangements.

Declined: Fraud, Late Payments and Lowered Credit Lines

November 10, 2011, by Antonio Bard

There are many reasons your credit card may be declined. Here are a few of the more common reasons along with solutions for getting your credit power running smooth again.