Posts Tagged - 'credit history'

FHA Halts New Credit Restrictions

July 2, 2012, by CreditCardsLab

Now, FHA loan applicants won’t be required to pay off old debts or disputed credit entries on their credit reports, making owning a home less challenging.

4 Bad Choices the Financial Sector Hopes You Make

May 22, 2012, by Antonio Bard

We’ve all been taught the importance of paying bills on time and why we should avoid payday loans. The financial sector as a whole is hoping you’ll make those mistakes often – it improves their bottom lines.

Visa and MasterCard Announce Growth

May 8, 2012, by CreditCardsLab

Many might not have been surprised that both Visa and MasterCard are reporting strong earnings, but they might be surprised to learn those earnings are in the double digits.

Updated Credit Card Glossary

February 21, 2012, by Jon Dell

While the terminology often stays quite consistent in the credit card and financial industries, there are those times when a update is good for the wallet. Here, you’ll find the most commonly used terms.

Is $400 Reasonable for Credit Card Annual Fee?

February 9, 2012, by Beth May

First Premier is offering a secured credit card offer than can easily cost consumers at least $400 a year. Here are other offers that are more in line with what consumers are looking for.

A Look at Shopping Cards

January 19, 2012, by Beth May

Shopping credit cards have been a favorite for those looking to rebuild their credit histories. There are several worth consideration, too, including the new Gettington card.

Guaranteed Credit Card Approval Offers

December 15, 2011, by Jon Dell

Building or rebuilding your credit history can be challenging. These offers can help you reach your goals.

Looking Back: The Best Secured Credit Card Offers of 2011

November 1, 2011, by Evita Page

OK, so 2011 hasn’t had its final curtain call yet, but we’re counting down some of the more impressive secured credit card offers the year brought consumers. From no annual fees to low minimum balance requirements, here’s out take on what’s worth your time.