Many Credit Card Offers: Finding the Right One
Have you explored all of the new credit card offers recently? Capital One has a new offer for college students and we take a look look at the classic favorites.
View ArticleAre Co-Branded Credit Cards Worth the Hype?
Should you consider a co-branded offer or are you better off sticking to a traditional credit card?
View ArticleYour Emergency Credit Card
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.
View ArticleMixed Financial Signals: What Will 2012 Bring?
Having trouble discerning what the real financial outlook is? Don't hold your breath - but there are some things you can do to strengthen your own credit ratings, regardless of whether or not the media...
View ArticleA Look at Shopping Cards
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.
View ArticlePrepaid Cards Ideal for 2011 Tax Refunds
Did you know there are 9 million under banked or unbanked Americans? Prepaid debit cards offer a safe and fast way to claim your tax returns. Check out these offers.
View ArticleIs $400 Reasonable for Credit Card Annual Fee?
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.
View ArticleIs it Time for a Simpler Credit Card?
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...
View ArticleVisa and MasterCard Announce Growth
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.
View ArticleDoing Good: Donate Unused Credit Card Rewards
There's a great way to put your rewards points to good use: consider donating them to your favorite charity.
View ArticleCredit Card Tips for Holiday Budgeting
Have you begun your holiday shopping? Your credit card doesn't have to take a brutal hit if you follow these tips.
View ArticleMicroeconomics and Money
Don't underestimate the power of microeconomics and how they influence big banks, credit card companies and politicians.
View Article2012: The Year of Credit Changes, Scandals Part 4
2012 will go down in history as a very eventful 12 months for the financial and credit sectors. Here are big stories from fourth quarter.
View ArticleMom and Dad Go Broke for Ungrateful Kids?
Oh the little darlings and their parents willing to take on credit card debt to ensure they receive their heart's desires over the holidays. What happens when they take to Twitter to express their...
View ArticleMore Reasons to Consider Travel Rewards
Imagine earning travel rewards at an airport that offers yoga classes and a liquor store. Airports are improving, and so are the travel rewards credit cards.
View ArticleCredit Card Changes in 2013
Expect big changes in the financial sector as a whole in the coming year, and pay attention to credit card surcharges, which are allowed as of this week.
View ArticleNew FTC Report Reveals Mobile Payment Growth
Within 2 years, we'll be using our smartphones to pay for goods and services. Huge potential means huge transitions.
View ArticleMore Big Name Identities Hacked
Celebrities found out that a group had hijacked names and social security numbers and then promptly made them public. Today, First Lady Obama is the latest victim of identity theft.
View ArticleWant to Buy Pot or Guns? Don’t Rely on Your Credit Card
Should financial institutions, including banks and credit card companies, prevent consumers from making legal purchases, just because they don't agree with the laws?
View ArticleWill Your Citi AAdvantage Program Be Good Tomorrow?
Will all of those frequent flier miles be good when you're ready for your vacation? Most likely they will, but if you're tired of the uncertainties with the airline bankruptcy, here are some other...
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