CreditCardsCo Blog Author - Carolyn Spiel

Carolyn (71 Posts)

Carolyn Spiel is the owner of a finance blog. She mostly focuses on credit card reviews. She helps the public to decipher some of the more difficult to understand terms and conditions of many credit cards. Her ability to put information in a plain and easy to understand article is a gift that benefits many readers. Also at: Credit Card News.

Carolyn Spiel

Prepaid Debit Cards: the Pros and Cons

2 May 2013

When it comes to prepaid debit cards, there are usually two schools of thought: they’re the ideal alternative to a bank account or they’re risky financial products with too many fees. Both are accurate, for the most part.



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Author: Carolyn Spiel | Categories: Prepaid

What Does Legal Battle Over Swipe Fees Mean for Consumers?

12 April 2013

Eight years and millions spent over credit card swipe fees – and it amounts to very little change for American credit card users.



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Author: Carolyn Spiel | Categories: Banking, Credit Card Reform

The Dark and Unexpected Pre-Account Opening Fees

27 March 2013

It took several years, but First Premier is free to charge its consumers high pre account fees before sending out that credit card.



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Author: Carolyn Spiel | Categories: Banking, Credit Card Reform

Long Overdue: Credit Bureau Overhauls

6 March 2013

A new FTC and CFPB report reveals it’s time for an overhaul in American credit bureaus.



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Author: Carolyn Spiel | Categories: Report & Score

Charge it! – Paying Your Taxes

15 February 2013

The IRS accepts credit cards as payment options for your tax bill, but should you charge it to satisfy Uncle Sam?



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Author: Carolyn Spiel | Categories: Credit Card Tips, Taxes

MasterCard Profits Up Courtesy of Credit Card Use

1 February 2013

MasterCard just might be the credit card company to watch this year as it pulls together great leaders, admirable charitable efforts and global partners.



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Author: Carolyn Spiel | Categories: Banking

How Does Google Wallet Virtual Card Fare?

23 January 2013

Google Wallet doesn’t have quite the following it’d hoped for, despite allowing Visa, Discover and Amex. Does it stand a chance?



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Author: Carolyn Spiel | Categories: Credit Card News

Double Duty Credit Cards

4 January 2013

Don’t fill up the landfills with those expired credit cards. Here are several great options that let you do good for the environment.



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Author: Carolyn Spiel | Categories: Credit Card Tips

New Year, New Credit Card Fees

27 December 2012

All of the bickering between major credit card companies and merchants could soon land in your lap every time you use your debit card or credit card.



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Author: Carolyn Spiel | Categories: Credit Card News

Barclays Credit Card Offers

18 December 2012

Looking for a better credit card offer? Barclays might have the perfect solution. Here, we outline several of its latest offers.



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Author: Carolyn Spiel | Categories: Choosing Cards, Special Offers

Buffet Backs Dimon in Treasury Role

27 November 2012

Yes, Warren Buffet really believes Jamie Dimon, JPMorgan Chase CEO, should be considered to replace Timothy Geithner.



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Author: Carolyn Spiel | Categories: Banking

Fewer Using Rewards Cards on Black Friday, Fewer Working

20 November 2012

Capital One’s Reward’s Barometer shows we may not be using our rewards cards this holiday season as Wal Mart gears up to possibly handle striking workers.



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Author: Carolyn Spiel | Categories: Card Rewards




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