CreditCardsCo Blog Tag - 'american express'

$32 Billion Overdraft Fees Paid to Banks in 2012

9 May 2013

If there’s ever been a reason for consumers to consider prepaid debit cards, the $32 billion in overdraft fees that were paid to the nation’s biggest banks last year is the perfect justification. Is it time for you to bail on your big bank?



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Author: Brent Thomas | Categories: Banking, Prepaid

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’s New in Credit Card Offers

3 April 2013

Thinking it’s time to shop for a better credit card? Here are some of the best credit cards, including a few co-branded offers and rewards credit cards, available today.



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Author: Brent Thomas | Categories: Choosing Cards, Credit Card News, New Credit Cards

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

No Annual Fee Cards Can Still be Found

30 January 2013

If it’s a no annual fee credit card you’re looking for, here are several recommendations, including Amex Blue Sky.



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Author: Brian Weston | Categories: Choosing Cards, Special Offers

American Express Serve Prepaid Card

25 January 2013

Serve by American Express is on the scene; does it have what it takes to become a formidable player in the prepaid debit card industry?



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Author: Brent Thomas | Categories: New Credit Cards, Prepaid

Prepaid Cards Latest Must Have Financial Product

18 January 2013

Looks like prepaid debit cards are the new “must have” in financial products.



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Author: Brian Weston | Categories: Prepaid

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

MasterCard Tracks, Sells Customer Credit Card Purchases

18 October 2012

MasterCard has processes 35 billion transactions annually and now it’s selling the information from many of those transactions.



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Author: Brent Thomas | Categories: Banking

Elite Credit Cards from American Express

11 October 2012

Looking for an elite credit card offer? Don’t discount American Express.



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Author: Carolyn Spiel | Categories: Card Rewards, Choosing Cards

What are Kids Getting as Allowances These Days?

20 September 2012

A lot has changed in recent years when it comes to the allowances parents give kids. And it’s the kids getting the better end of the deal.



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Author: Brian Weston | Categories: Choosing Cards, Student

Opening Credit Accounts for the Perks Alone

9 August 2012

Sure, the thousands of bonus rewards points for simply opening a new credit card account sounds like a winning solution, but before you ever swipe that new credit card, consider these points.



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Author: Roberta Sanchez | Categories: Card Rewards, Choosing Cards




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