Restrictions On Credit Card Lending Ineffective
by Joseph Kenny | 12/31/08
Many major US credit card companies are now closing thousands if not millions of accounts, cutting their credit lines, and [...] »
Bank Of America Facing Serious Credit Card Losses
by Joseph Kenny | 12/27/08
The signs that the economic crisis will begin to affect the credit card markets are made clearer after a statement [...] »
Efforts To Strength Credit Cards Could Worsen Global Credit Markets
by Joseph Kenny | 12/24/08
There may be indications that the global credit crisis may actually be worsened by the efforts of major US credit [...] »
Credit Card Companies Set To Increase Rates And Fees
by Joseph Kenny | 12/21/08
Today, there are ample reasons for American consumers to be frustrated with their credit card companies. At the same time, [...] »
AARP, Avis, and Chase Now Offer Combined Membership Credit Card
by Joseph Kenny | 12/20/08
In a bold move, AARP, Avis, and Chase have revealed a new collaborative effort that combines the benefits of AARP [...] »
Rebuilding Credit Comes Slowly
by Joseph Kenny | 12/4/08
If you’re one of the millions of Americans who have poor credit, then you’re probably wondering what you can do [...] »
Good Practices For Good Credit
by Joseph Kenny | 12/2/08
Getting on your feet financially is something that everyone should strive for. However, it means more than making enough money [...] »
Know Your Options Before Accepting Credit Card Solicitations
by Joseph Kenny | 12/1/08
Getting a credit card is a big decision, one that can affect your finances considerably. One way or another, credit [...] »
Economy Instability Has Led to Disciplined Spending
by Joseph Kenny | 11/20/08
Tough times call for tough measures, and the citizens of America have learned that in order to survive during economy [...] »
Careful Maintenance Makes Credit Cards a Good Choice
by Joseph Kenny | 11/18/08
Almost everybody living in America will confront the choice of pursuing a credit card. When living in the city or [...] »
Avoiding a Personal Credit Crisis
by Joseph Kenny | 11/17/08
America’s been a great place despite even the hardest of times, but the current circumstances are pretty harsh. The economy [...] »
Credit Card Debt Demands Careful Attention
by Joseph Kenny | 11/10/08
Of all the forms of debt one can incur, credit card debt is perhaps the most complicated. Unlike other sources [...] »
Prepare Yourself Before Pursuing A Student Credit Card
by Joseph Kenny | 11/9/08
Going to school is more expensive than ever, experts say. For most people, the only way to afford their education [...] »
Late Payments Harm Your Credit
by Joseph Kenny | 11/7/08
Financial concerns in the nation are at a all-time high. The economic problems that the people of America face have [...] »
The Pros and Cons of Borrowing Credit
by Joseph Kenny | 11/6/08
It can be difficult to start off a credit score. When you have no credit, that’s sometimes worse than having [...] »
Cutting Credit Card Interest Rates
by Joseph Kenny | 11/5/08
When it comes to handling a credit card, a tragic number of people are unaware of the power they have [...] »
Card Companies Profit From Debt
by Joseph Kenny | 11/4/08
Credit cards may seem simple on the surface. You obtain a card, you make your payments every month to cover [...] »
Credit Cards Are Not Additional Income
by Joseph Kenny | 11/4/08
You hear about the state of the economy through every form of publication and broadcasting. There’s hardly anything that gets [...] »
Secured Credit Card — Worth the Risk?
by Joseph Kenny | 11/4/08
For those who have bad credit, their options for improving their score may seem limited. After clearing debt and getting [...] »
Credit Cards That Matter
by Joseph Kenny | 11/3/08
It used to be that, back in the day, credit cards were really simple and one-dimensional in nature. Card companies [...] »
Credit Cards Are Easy To Obtain But Require Responsibility
by Joseph Kenny | 11/1/08
It’s easy to see how people today have spent more than what they can afford. Sometimes, it’s not even a [...] »
Considering Retail Credit Cards
by Joseph Kenny | 10/30/08
Credit cards come in many different types. Although the essential principle behind credit cards stays the same from one form [...] »
Establish a Positive Financial Lifestyle With a Credit Card
by Joseph Kenny | 10/29/08
Let’s fact it: credit cards are basically required these days to live in America. Although you can get by with [...] »
Obtain a Credit Card That Makes Sense
by Joseph Kenny | 10/24/08
Even though the economy isn’t in the best shape, it’s still very easy to obtain a credit card. This reflects [...] »
Treat Your Credit Cards With Respect
by Joseph Kenny | 10/23/08
Credit cards are one of the best ways in which you can raise your credit. Even with the economy in [...] »
Protecting Your Credit Card From Debt
by Joseph Kenny | 10/22/08
Times are testy in the United States. The nation is in a slump, and thousands of citizens are pushing their [...] »
What To Do If You Someone Has Stolen Your Credit Card Information
by Joseph Kenny | 10/21/08
Many find it hard enough to protect their credit rating from their own hands, but when that credit has been [...] »
Credit Cards Aren’t All Bad
by Joseph Kenny | 10/19/08
It’s easy to waste a lot of money on credit cards, getting sucked into a vortex of high-interest debt. However, [...] »
Prepaid Credit Cards: A Suitable Substitute for Teens
by Joseph Kenny | 10/17/08
Credit cards are en vogue even if the results of using such fashionable payment methods are less then stylish. This [...] »
Online Credit Cards
by Joseph Kenny | 10/15/08
Many people are used to managing their bank accounts on the Internet. Some people have also signed up or thought [...] »
Definitions For Common Credit Card Terms
by Joseph Kenny | 10/15/08
For the past several decades consumers have treated credit cards as frivolous play things. There was really no reason to [...] »
Financial Experts Offer Advice for Choosing Credit Cards
by Joseph Kenny | 10/10/08
The process of how to go about selecting the right credit card can be a bit daunting, considering all the [...] »
What Consumers Need Right Now To Secure Low Credit Card Interest Rates
by Joseph Kenny | 10/10/08
A credit card, used properly, can be an immense asset. Credit cards offer you the security of a ready line [...] »
Financial Experts Recommend Having an Extra Credit Card
by Joseph Kenny | 10/5/08
While some financial experts advise caution when applying for credit cards, others say it’s a wise financial idea to have [...] »
New Business Owners Should Investigate Unsecured Credit Cards
by Joseph Kenny | 10/2/08
If you are just launching a new business, you may be encountering a range of financial difficulties. However, financial experts [...] »
Finding The Right Credit Card
by Joseph Kenny | 10/1/08
So, for whatever reason you have decided that you need a credit card. While many experts will warn against seeking [...] »
Choosing a First Credit Card
by Joseph Kenny | 10/1/08
Selecting one’s first credit card can be a confusing experience. After all, there are so many credit card companies around [...] »
Credit Card Companies To Start Investigating Your Life
by Joseph Kenny | 07/23/08
For almost as long as credit card companies have existed, it’s been common practice for the companies to look at [...] »
Financial Experts Offer Suggestions for Obtaining the Right Credit Cards This Spring
by Joseph Kenny | 03/1/08
Some American consumers may see March of 2008 as the perfect time to do some spring cleaning, as far as [...] »
Credit Cards May Be Safer Than Checks This Year
by Joseph Kenny | 02/16/08
Law enforcement experts this year say that using credit cards may be preferable to using checks for a variety of [...] »
American Bankers Issue Credit Card Guide
by Joseph Kenny | 02/14/08
The American Bankers Association has issued a handy guide to credit cards. The guide notes that credit cards are valuable [...] »
Virtual Banks a Mistake
by Joseph Kenny | 01/21/08
Some financial experts are now saying that the trend to create virtual banks was a mistake. At the height of [...] »
Credit Card Companies Hold Consumers Responsible
by Joseph Kenny | 01/13/08
Some public officials have been saying that credit card companies lure consumers into a debt trap that is difficult to [...] »
Elite Credit Cards Aren’t Necessarily Profitable
by Joseph Kenny | 01/10/08
If you have a high income and a stellar credit record, you may receive numerous invitations to apply for gold [...] »
Experts Recommend a Few Financial Fixes for 2008
by Joseph Kenny | 01/1/08
The beginning of a new year is the perfect time to re-evaluate one’s financial situation, according to financial experts. They [...] »