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> <channel><title>Credit Cards Blog &#187; credit cards</title> <atom:link href="http://blog.creditcardsco.com/tags/credit-cards/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com</link> <description>Credit card news, credit card offers resources and information for visitors with banking needs</description> <lastBuildDate>Sat, 11 Feb 2012 02:28:31 +0000</lastBuildDate> <language>en</language> <sy:updatePeriod>hourly</sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency>1</sy:updateFrequency> <item><title>Data Privacy Day 2012</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/data-privacy-day-2012.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/data-privacy-day-2012.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:34:24 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>CreditCardsCo</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[ID Protection]]></category> <category><![CDATA[computer hacks]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card companies]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[cyber security]]></category> <category><![CDATA[financial information]]></category> <category><![CDATA[fraudsters]]></category> <category><![CDATA[government entities]]></category> <category><![CDATA[identity theft]]></category> <category><![CDATA[MasterCard]]></category> <category><![CDATA[national cyber security alliance]]></category> <category><![CDATA[security measures]]></category> <category><![CDATA[virtual entity]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Visa]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=3334</guid> <description><![CDATA[January is Data Privacy month. This is the ideal time to change passwords and double check to ensure you're as safe as possible with your credit cards and bank accounts. ]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/data-privacy-day-2012.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Credit Card Rules to Take Into 2012</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/credit-card-rules-to-take-into-2012.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/credit-card-rules-to-take-into-2012.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Fri, 23 Dec 2011 21:10:04 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Carolyn</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card Basics]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card Tips]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Financial Planning]]></category> <category><![CDATA[401(k)]]></category> <category><![CDATA[bank accounts]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card Debt]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card offer]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[federal compliance laws]]></category> <category><![CDATA[future]]></category> <category><![CDATA[math]]></category> <category><![CDATA[prepaid cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[retirement]]></category> <category><![CDATA[secured credit card]]></category> <category><![CDATA[terms and conditions]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=3170</guid> <description><![CDATA[We're all focusing on New Year's resolutions. Pay attention to your financial situation to ensure better credit card deals and interest rates for your 2012.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/credit-card-rules-to-take-into-2012.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>The Differences in Visa and MasterCard?</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/the-differences-in-visa-and-mastercard.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/the-differences-in-visa-and-mastercard.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Fri, 09 Dec 2011 22:50:05 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>CreditCardsCo</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Miscellaneous]]></category> <category><![CDATA[businesses services]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card account]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card offer]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit report]]></category> <category><![CDATA[decisions]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Discover]]></category> <category><![CDATA[finance]]></category> <category><![CDATA[financial]]></category> <category><![CDATA[frauds]]></category> <category><![CDATA[MasterCard]]></category> <category><![CDATA[payments]]></category> <category><![CDATA[rewards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[technology]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Visa]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=3091</guid> <description><![CDATA[There's little difference between the two biggest credit card issuers, Visa and MasterCard; but the banks that issue them are the ones that set one offer apart from another. Learn more about those differences and the many similarities. ]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/the-differences-in-visa-and-mastercard.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Before You Charge Those Medical Bills</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/before-you-charge-those-medical-bills.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/before-you-charge-those-medical-bills.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Mon, 05 Dec 2011 23:41:40 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>CreditCardsCo</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Financial Planning]]></category> <category><![CDATA[0% apr]]></category> <category><![CDATA[approval]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card account]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[debt]]></category> <category><![CDATA[dti]]></category> <category><![CDATA[emergency]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Medical]]></category> <category><![CDATA[New]]></category> <category><![CDATA[payment plan]]></category> <category><![CDATA[rewards card]]></category> <category><![CDATA[terms and conditions]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Visa]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=3063</guid> <description><![CDATA[Unexpected medical expenses are a part of life. But before you reach for your credit card, be sure you've explored all other options for repaying the hospital or doctor's office. ]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/before-you-charge-those-medical-bills.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>I Spy&#8230; Credit Card Usage Habits</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/i-spy-credit-card-usage-habits.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/i-spy-credit-card-usage-habits.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Wed, 02 Nov 2011 21:20:18 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>CreditCardsCo</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[ID Protection]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category> <category><![CDATA[account]]></category> <category><![CDATA[consumers]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card companies]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[MasterCard]]></category> <category><![CDATA[pay bills online]]></category> <category><![CDATA[purchase]]></category> <category><![CDATA[targeted ads]]></category> <category><![CDATA[vacations]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Visa]]></category> <category><![CDATA[wall street journal]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=2852</guid> <description><![CDATA[Think your buying habits at the grocery store can't transcend into an online effort of targeting the ads you see while surfing the web? Think again. Both MasterCard and Visa have found a way to do just that.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/i-spy-credit-card-usage-habits.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Steve Jobs &amp; His Effect on Every Aspect of Our Lives</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/steve-jobs-his-effect-on-every-aspect-of-our-lives.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/steve-jobs-his-effect-on-every-aspect-of-our-lives.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Fri, 07 Oct 2011 21:05:07 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>CreditCardsCo</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Miscellaneous]]></category> <category><![CDATA[apple]]></category> <category><![CDATA[apps]]></category> <category><![CDATA[banking]]></category> <category><![CDATA[budgets]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[iphone]]></category> <category><![CDATA[mac]]></category> <category><![CDATA[pop culture]]></category> <category><![CDATA[steve jobs]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=2707</guid> <description><![CDATA[This week marked the sad passing of Apple co-founder Steve Jobs. There wasn't a single aspect of our modern society that he didn't influence in some powerful way. We say goodbye to a man who is surely having that afternoon conversation with Socrates by now.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/steve-jobs-his-effect-on-every-aspect-of-our-lives.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Prioritizing Debt &amp; Savings</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/prioritizing-debt-savings.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/prioritizing-debt-savings.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Mon, 05 Sep 2011 17:41:32 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Carolyn</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card Basics]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card Debt]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card Tips]]></category> <category><![CDATA[APR]]></category> <category><![CDATA[balance]]></category> <category><![CDATA[card debt]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit history]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit rating]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit score]]></category> <category><![CDATA[payment]]></category> <category><![CDATA[savings account]]></category> <category><![CDATA[score]]></category> <category><![CDATA[spending habits]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=2501</guid> <description><![CDATA[Many of us are wondering what we should be focusing our attention on these days: paying down our credit card debt or working on building our savings. Here are a few questions you should be asking yourself. ]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/prioritizing-debt-savings.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Financial Resources for Service Members</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/financial-resources-for-service-members.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/financial-resources-for-service-members.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Wed, 17 Aug 2011 15:49:38 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>CreditCardsCo</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Financial Planning]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Special Offers]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Bank]]></category> <category><![CDATA[cfpd]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card companies]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Law]]></category> <category><![CDATA[lenders]]></category> <category><![CDATA[military families]]></category> <category><![CDATA[mortgage]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Office of Servicemember Affairs]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=2400</guid> <description><![CDATA[The Office of Servicemember Affairs was founded to serve as a financial advocate for military members, their families and veterans. Learn more about it here. ]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/financial-resources-for-service-members.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>U.S. Credit Downgrade: 3 Ways it Can Affect Your Credit</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/u-s-credit-downgrade-3-ways-it-can-affect-your-credit.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/u-s-credit-downgrade-3-ways-it-can-affect-your-credit.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Wed, 10 Aug 2011 18:34:56 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Carolyn</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Financial News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Saving Tips]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit downgrade]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Discover]]></category> <category><![CDATA[heloc]]></category> <category><![CDATA[interest rates]]></category> <category><![CDATA[mortgage]]></category> <category><![CDATA[new credit card law]]></category> <category><![CDATA[s&p]]></category> <category><![CDATA[shop discover]]></category> <category><![CDATA[travel rewards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[variable rates]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Visa]]></category> <category><![CDATA[visa travel promotions]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=2363</guid> <description><![CDATA[Wondering how the S&#38;P downgrade will affect your everyday life? Here are three ways it could wreak havoc in your mortgage and credit card payments, along with tips to avoid those problems.
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isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=2158</guid> <description><![CDATA[Reading the small print can mean big savings for you.  Your terms and conditions may offer perks you weren't aware of.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/your-credit-cards-best-kept-secret.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Always the Perfect Gift: Gift Cards</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/always-the-perfect-gift-gift-cards.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/always-the-perfect-gift-gift-cards.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Mon, 27 Jun 2011 15:31:35 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Carolyn</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Choosing Cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Saving Tips]]></category> <category><![CDATA[amex]]></category> <category><![CDATA[college students]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[fees]]></category> <category><![CDATA[financial crisis]]></category> <category><![CDATA[gift card for businesses]]></category> <category><![CDATA[gift cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[gift cards for consumer]]></category> <category><![CDATA[MasterCard]]></category> <category><![CDATA[prepaid gift card]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=2102</guid> <description><![CDATA[The holidays might be several months away, but it's never too late to start your shopping. Here are some gift card ideas from American Express, Visa and MasterCard networks.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/always-the-perfect-gift-gift-cards.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>The Univision Prepaid MasterCard</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/the-univision-prepaid-mastercard.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/the-univision-prepaid-mastercard.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Mon, 09 May 2011 14:38:12 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>CreditCardsCo</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Bad Credit]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Choosing Cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[New Credit Cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[atm withdrawals]]></category> <category><![CDATA[card benefits]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[fdic]]></category> <category><![CDATA[fees]]></category> <category><![CDATA[hispanic]]></category> <category><![CDATA[moneygram]]></category> <category><![CDATA[prepaid credit cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[spanish]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Univision prepaid mastercard]]></category> <category><![CDATA[western union]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=1813</guid> <description><![CDATA[The Univision Prepaid MasterCard is a great choice for anyone and because its website and customer service representatives are fluent in Spanish, it's an ideal product for the Hispanic community.
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isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=1791</guid> <description><![CDATA[The entire nation is feeling a bit patriotic these days.  In honor of that, we've put together several patriotic credit cards for your consideration.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/few-patriotic-credit-cards.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>The Fingerhut Store Card</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/the-fingerhut-store-card.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/the-fingerhut-store-card.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Mon, 18 Apr 2011 16:57:45 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Carolyn</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Bad Credit]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Choosing Cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card Tips]]></category> <category><![CDATA[APR]]></category> <category><![CDATA[charge card]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit limit]]></category> <category><![CDATA[fingerhut]]></category> <category><![CDATA[freshstart]]></category> <category><![CDATA[grace period]]></category> <category><![CDATA[recession]]></category> <category><![CDATA[shopping cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[terms and conditions]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=1691</guid> <description><![CDATA[The Fingerhut store card has been around for years. We take a new look at this traditional favorite.
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isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=1568</guid> <description><![CDATA[Many credit card offers can overwhelm anyone. Decide which benefits you prefer and then select the best credit card for your needs.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/choose-your-credit-cards-wisely.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>The War in Your Wallet</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/the-war-in-your-wallet.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/the-war-in-your-wallet.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Tue, 15 Mar 2011 00:48:58 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>CreditCardsCo</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[american]]></category> <category><![CDATA[court]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card companies]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card company]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card users]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[cybercrimes]]></category> <category><![CDATA[money]]></category> <category><![CDATA[security measures]]></category> <category><![CDATA[statement]]></category> <category><![CDATA[technology]]></category> <category><![CDATA[transfer]]></category> <category><![CDATA[visa credit card]]></category> <category><![CDATA[youth]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=1456</guid> <description><![CDATA[The war has now just moved into your wallet, courtesy of educated and sophisticated young computer minds. The new threat to the U.S. doesn't fit the traditional stereotype; today's threat knows massive computer code and has the ability to hack intricate American banking systems.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/the-war-in-your-wallet.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Monthly Credit Card Statement is Important</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/monthly-credit-card-statement-is-important.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/monthly-credit-card-statement-is-important.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Fri, 11 Feb 2011 21:01:16 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>CreditCardsCo</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card Basics]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card Tips]]></category> <category><![CDATA[account activity]]></category> <category><![CDATA[account detail]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card account]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card statement]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit rating]]></category> <category><![CDATA[interest rates]]></category> <category><![CDATA[late charges]]></category> <category><![CDATA[late payments]]></category> <category><![CDATA[minimum payment]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=1259</guid> <description><![CDATA[Your credit card statement holds much more than your balance.  It can serve as a great financial tool to keep you on track with your budgets and financial goals.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/monthly-credit-card-statement-is-important.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>More Than Your Credit Score</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/more-than-your-credit-score.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/more-than-your-credit-score.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Wed, 09 Feb 2011 19:55:59 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>CreditCardsCo</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card Tips]]></category> <category><![CDATA[New Credit Cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Report & Score]]></category> <category><![CDATA[bankruptcy scores]]></category> <category><![CDATA[behavior scores]]></category> <category><![CDATA[chapter 7]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit history]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit limit]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit rating]]></category> <category><![CDATA[debt to ratio]]></category> <category><![CDATA[dti]]></category> <category><![CDATA[financial business]]></category> <category><![CDATA[late payments]]></category> <category><![CDATA[missing payments]]></category> <category><![CDATA[payment history]]></category> <category><![CDATA[recession]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=1248</guid> <description><![CDATA[These days, credit card companies are looking at much more than your credit score when deciding whether to extend credit or issue a new credit card. Turns out, there are a few scores that are factored in.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/more-than-your-credit-score.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Should I Use Credit Card Convenience Checks?</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/should-i-use-credit-card-convenience-checks.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/should-i-use-credit-card-convenience-checks.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Mon, 17 Jan 2011 23:24:51 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>CreditCardsCo</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Banking]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card Tips]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Financial Planning]]></category> <category><![CDATA[account]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Bank]]></category> <category><![CDATA[card]]></category> <category><![CDATA[cardholder]]></category> <category><![CDATA[cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[convenience]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[financial institutions]]></category> <category><![CDATA[grace period]]></category> <category><![CDATA[interest]]></category> <category><![CDATA[interest rate]]></category> <category><![CDATA[money]]></category> <category><![CDATA[payments]]></category> <category><![CDATA[purchase]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Visa]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=1191</guid> <description><![CDATA[To use or not to use, that is the question. In his day, William Shakespeare didn't have to wrestle with such a problematic question! However, this is a question people really do have to make up their own minds about.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/should-i-use-credit-card-convenience-checks.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>6</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>What is the Chase Freedom Visa Card?</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/what-is-chase-freedom-visa-card.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/what-is-chase-freedom-visa-card.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Tue, 12 Oct 2010 17:15:09 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>CreditCardsCo</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Card Rewards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Choosing Cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[New Credit Cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[APR]]></category> <category><![CDATA[cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[cash advance]]></category> <category><![CDATA[cashback]]></category> <category><![CDATA[chase]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[freedom]]></category> <category><![CDATA[master card]]></category> <category><![CDATA[MasterCard]]></category> <category><![CDATA[no annual fee]]></category> <category><![CDATA[penalty]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Visa]]></category> <category><![CDATA[visa card]]></category> <category><![CDATA[visa credit card]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=1006</guid> <description><![CDATA[The Chase Freedom Visa Card offers cash back bonuses within the first weeks of opening a new account. They have no annual fees and offer low APR financing to qualified applicants. Cardholders enjoy some of the lowest rates and encouraging incentives available.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/what-is-chase-freedom-visa-card.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>1</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>TOP 10 Benefits of Having Credit Card</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/top-10-benefits-of-having-credit-card.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/top-10-benefits-of-having-credit-card.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Wed, 22 Sep 2010 00:05:14 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>CreditCardsCo</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card Basics]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card Tips]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Financial Planning]]></category> <category><![CDATA[benefit]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Budget]]></category> <category><![CDATA[cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card companies]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit score]]></category> <category><![CDATA[freedom]]></category> <category><![CDATA[improve]]></category> <category><![CDATA[MasterCard]]></category> <category><![CDATA[purchase]]></category> <category><![CDATA[rates]]></category> <category><![CDATA[spending]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Visa]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=1000</guid> <description><![CDATA[Credit cards are everywhere. It is nearly impossible to get through the modern economy without one. Many people have to make the decision whether or not they want a credit card, and, as with any financial decision, have to do some research as to why they should get one.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/top-10-benefits-of-having-credit-card.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Zync from American Express Card Review</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/zync-from-american-express-card-review.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/zync-from-american-express-card-review.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Mon, 23 Aug 2010 14:02:32 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>CreditCardsCo</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Choosing Cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[New Credit Cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Special Offers]]></category> <category><![CDATA[american]]></category> <category><![CDATA[american express]]></category> <category><![CDATA[amex]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Bank]]></category> <category><![CDATA[benefit]]></category> <category><![CDATA[card review]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[gift cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[interest]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Membership]]></category> <category><![CDATA[money]]></category> <category><![CDATA[promotion]]></category> <category><![CDATA[rent]]></category> <category><![CDATA[rewards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[rewards program]]></category> <category><![CDATA[savings]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=937</guid> <description><![CDATA[Zync from American Express is helping to redefine the credit industry with one of the most unique credit card packages to hit the consumer market in a long time. Basically, you can design your own card to fit your lifestyle and earn rewards based on how you like to spend money. From travel to food to style, Zync has it all.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/zync-from-american-express-card-review.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>What is a Chase Sapphire Preferred Card?</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/what-is-chase-sapphire-preferred-card.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/what-is-chase-sapphire-preferred-card.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Wed, 28 Jul 2010 19:45:15 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>CreditCardsCo</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Choosing Cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[New Credit Cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[card]]></category> <category><![CDATA[card offers]]></category> <category><![CDATA[chase]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[frequent flyer]]></category> <category><![CDATA[preferred credit card]]></category> <category><![CDATA[rewards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[sapphire]]></category> <category><![CDATA[travel rewards]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=791</guid> <description><![CDATA[When you use the Chase Sapphire SM Preferred Card to buy everyday things, you will earn points that you can use towards air miles on your favorite airline. From gas to groceries to entertainment expenses, you can earn easily. This card does not blackout dates, times, airlines, or brands, so you can always fly with your preferred airline, if that is your choice.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/what-is-chase-sapphire-preferred-card.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Credit Cards and Rental Car Insurance</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/credit-cards-and-rental-car-insurance.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/credit-cards-and-rental-car-insurance.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Tue, 27 Jul 2010 02:46:56 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>CreditCardChaser</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card Basics]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card Tips]]></category> <category><![CDATA[auto]]></category> <category><![CDATA[benefit]]></category> <category><![CDATA[card]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[insurance]]></category> <category><![CDATA[rental]]></category> <category><![CDATA[rental car insurance]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=694</guid> <description><![CDATA[A major reason why credit cards are so popular is the fact that they allow customers to gain access to several financial privileges through using their credit cards. For example, some credit card companies offer extended warranties to customers who make purchases using their credit card, which can be very helpful if the customer spends a lot of money on purchases each month.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/credit-cards-and-rental-car-insurance.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>3</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Credit Cards for Bad Credit</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/credit-cards-for-bad-credit.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/credit-cards-for-bad-credit.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Mon, 19 Jul 2010 06:04:06 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>CreditCardsCo</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Bad Credit]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Choosing Cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Financial Planning]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Bad]]></category> <category><![CDATA[cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[prepaid cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[score]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=669</guid> <description><![CDATA[Everything you Need to Know About Credit Cards for Bad Credit. Credit cards for bad credit are an excellent way to improve your overall credit rating.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/credit-cards-for-bad-credit.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Recent Credit Laws Affect Teens</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/recent-credit-laws-affect-teens.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/recent-credit-laws-affect-teens.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Wed, 07 Jul 2010 17:38:43 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>CreditCardsCo</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Choosing Cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card Reform]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Financial Planning]]></category> <category><![CDATA[C.A.R.D. Act]]></category> <category><![CDATA[card]]></category> <category><![CDATA[cardholder]]></category> <category><![CDATA[cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[college]]></category> <category><![CDATA[college students]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card companies]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit issuers]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit report]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit score]]></category> <category><![CDATA[creditors]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Debit]]></category> <category><![CDATA[debit card]]></category> <category><![CDATA[deposit]]></category> <category><![CDATA[FICO]]></category> <category><![CDATA[fico score]]></category> <category><![CDATA[new laws]]></category> <category><![CDATA[prepaid card]]></category> <category><![CDATA[prepaid debit cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[spending]]></category> <category><![CDATA[student]]></category> <category><![CDATA[teenagers]]></category> <category><![CDATA[universities]]></category> <category><![CDATA[young adults]]></category> <category><![CDATA[youngsters]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=599</guid> <description><![CDATA[The article you’re about to read is designed to inform readers about credit cards that have an amount of money already added to them. We’ll examine the new C.A.R.D. Act that passed last year and has recently been set into motion...]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/recent-credit-laws-affect-teens.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>1</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>New Credit Card Rules Effective August 22, 2010</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/new-credit-card-rules-effective-august-22-2010.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/new-credit-card-rules-effective-august-22-2010.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Mon, 28 Jun 2010 21:12:37 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>CreditCardsCo</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card Reform]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Financial News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[august 22]]></category> <category><![CDATA[card reform]]></category> <category><![CDATA[card reform 2010]]></category> <category><![CDATA[cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card companies]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card protection]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card reform]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[federal reserve]]></category> <category><![CDATA[federal reserve board]]></category> <category><![CDATA[fees]]></category> <category><![CDATA[grace periods]]></category> <category><![CDATA[lending]]></category> <category><![CDATA[new credit card rules]]></category> <category><![CDATA[new rules]]></category> <category><![CDATA[predatory lending]]></category> <category><![CDATA[rate increase]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=588</guid> <description><![CDATA[More new credit card rules from the Federal Reserve mean more new card protections for you. Here are some key changes you should expect from your credit card company beginning on August 22, 2010.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/new-credit-card-rules-effective-august-22-2010.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>American Express OPEN Business Credit Cards Update</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/american-express-open-business-credit-cards-update.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/american-express-open-business-credit-cards-update.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Fri, 25 Jun 2010 21:01:28 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>CreditCardsCo</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Business]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[american express]]></category> <category><![CDATA[american express OPEN]]></category> <category><![CDATA[business credit card]]></category> <category><![CDATA[costco members]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[federal regulations]]></category> <category><![CDATA[frequent flyer programs]]></category> <category><![CDATA[gold delta]]></category> <category><![CDATA[jetblue]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Open]]></category> <category><![CDATA[open business]]></category> <category><![CDATA[preferred business]]></category> <category><![CDATA[sky miles]]></category> <category><![CDATA[starpoints]]></category> <category><![CDATA[starwood preferred]]></category> <category><![CDATA[trueearnings]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=575</guid> <description><![CDATA[To comply with Federal Regulations, American Express OPEN Business has updated the marketing copy, and pricing &#38; terms for 4 OPEN Business credit cards. See post for details.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/american-express-open-business-credit-cards-update.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>5 New Credit Cards &#8211; June 2010</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/5-new-credit-cards-june-2010.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/5-new-credit-cards-june-2010.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Fri, 18 Jun 2010 02:50:05 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>CreditCardsCo</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Choosing Cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[New Credit Cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[accountnow]]></category> <category><![CDATA[blueprint]]></category> <category><![CDATA[card categories]]></category> <category><![CDATA[card offers]]></category> <category><![CDATA[chase]]></category> <category><![CDATA[chase slate vertical]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[gold]]></category> <category><![CDATA[gold visa]]></category> <category><![CDATA[interest rate]]></category> <category><![CDATA[MasterCard]]></category> <category><![CDATA[slate]]></category> <category><![CDATA[slate vertical]]></category> <category><![CDATA[travel rewards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Visa]]></category> <category><![CDATA[visa card]]></category> <category><![CDATA[visa prepaid card]]></category> <category><![CDATA[world mastercard]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=551</guid> <description><![CDATA[Five new credit cards for United States introduced in June 2010. New credit cards with full card reviews - Discover, Chase, Upromise, AccountNow.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/5-new-credit-cards-june-2010.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Shutting Down a Credit Line Can Damage Your Score</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/shutting-down-credit-line-can-damage-your-score.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/shutting-down-credit-line-can-damage-your-score.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Sat, 12 Jun 2010 08:15:32 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>CreditCardsCo</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card Basics]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Financial Planning]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Report & Score]]></category> <category><![CDATA[account]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Bank]]></category> <category><![CDATA[citi]]></category> <category><![CDATA[citi card]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card company]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card users]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit report]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit score]]></category> <category><![CDATA[fees]]></category> <category><![CDATA[fico score]]></category> <category><![CDATA[money]]></category> <category><![CDATA[negative impact]]></category> <category><![CDATA[new laws]]></category> <category><![CDATA[payments]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=499</guid> <description><![CDATA[If your credit card company tries to stick you with extra charges, your first instinct may be to close out your account. This isn't always the best idea. Continue reading to find out how shutting down your card could end up hurting your FICO score.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/shutting-down-credit-line-can-damage-your-score.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> </channel> </rss>
