Credit Card Money Wastes: Fees, Late Charges, Penalties
September 6, 2011, by Jon Dell
For many, the tough economic times seem to only be getting worse – but there are ways to turn the train around, so to speak, that will keep more money in your bank account and less money going for credit card payments, fees & late charges each month.
MasterCard’s BillMyParents Prepaid Debit Card
April 5, 2011, by Beth May
There are many financial tools for parents to use as they prepare and educate their teens on responsible credit card usage. Here we discuss a few of those tools.
Killing the Magnetic Strip
March 9, 2011, by Beth May
European banks have long since adopted a much safer credit card technology and now, they’re demanding U.S. banks do the same.
Credit Card Usage Fears?
March 3, 2011, by Antonio Bard
The recession’s over, right? Then why are there fears we’re falling into old spending patterns? It’s the new and unexpected dynamics many consumers aren’t considering.
A Look Back at the History of the Credit Card
March 1, 2011, by Evita Page
Ever wondered how credit became the currency of choice? Credit cards weren’t always around and the convenience and freedoms associated with them weren’t either. In fact, it’s only been the past four decades that credit cards became a feasible option for many.
35% of FICO Score Makes Your Payment History
February 9, 2011, by Beth May
There are five total components which will be used to calculate the viability of being approved for a line of credit. These five are: outstanding balances, the length of your history of credit, etc…
10 Advantages Of Using A Credit Card
December 4, 2010, by Beth May
Any method of payment and regular outgoings are best managed by using credit cards. Some offer low rates to make the corresponding banks more appealing to customers, while some offer bonuses and incentives to lure their customers to their plan.
C.A.R.D. Act May Save Teens’ Credit Scores
August 16, 2010, by Beth May
The following passage is meant to help consumers learn about prepaid credit cards. It contains information about the new CARD Act that came into play in 2009 and is now in full force in 2010. Readers will be able to see how the CARD Act will change the way people under 21 build and maintain new credit, as well as how it decreases the ways of doing so.
