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5 Steps to Manage Debt While Unemployed

2 September 2010

Consumer debt, which comprises of credit card debt and loans, is at an all time high along with a huge number of unemployed debtors. Despite being unemployed, many consumers still have to repay balances on their credit cards and loans. Poor debt management and a high reliance on unsecured loans have led to an increase in the number of people filing for bankruptcy. Here are 5 steps to manage debt while unemployed.



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No Comments | Author: CreditCardsCo | Categories: Debt Consolidation, Financial Planning

Zync from American Express Card Review

23 August 2010

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.



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10 Credit Card Mistakes Most People Make

16 August 2010

While credit cards can be a useful and necessary tool for getting what you want in the United States, they are also the bane of many peoples’ financial success and failure. There are many pitfalls that you need to look for, but…



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Build Credit History With The Public Savings Bank Secured Visa

18 June 2010

The article describes how the Public Savings Bank Secured Visa can help people with problem credit rebuild their credit history.



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No Comments | Author: CreditCardsCo | Categories: Bad Credit, Choosing Cards, Report & Score

Shutting Down a Credit Line Can Damage Your Score

12 June 2010

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.



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Egg Credit Card (UK) – New Card Proposition

3 June 2010

We are excited to announce that Egg Financial Group introducing a new Egg Credit Card. The new Egg card is launched on June 3rd, 2010 and online application is available.



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No Comments | Author: CreditCardsCo | Categories: Credit Card News, United Kingdom

Discover Bank Rates Updated (5/25/2010)

26 May 2010

Discover Bank has updated its banking rates. The most up-to-date rates effective as of 5/25/2010.



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What’s so good About the YAP MasterCard Prepaid Card?

14 May 2010

Whether you have bad credit or simply don’t like the idea of credit cards, the YAP MasterCard prepaid card can provide you with the same convenient options, and save you the hassle. With a bevy of attractive features and a system that it is easy to use, you might even forget that it’s a prepaid card at all.



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Discover Bank CD, IRA, Money Market and Savings Rates Update

29 April 2010

Discover Bank has updated its CD, IRA, Money Market, and Online Savings rates. The most up-to-date rates effective as of 4/27/2010.



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Debt Settlement Companies – Good or Bad ?

25 April 2010

More than 1,800 debt settlement companies have sprang up in Texas and New York within the past 4 years. This is probably due to the economy and the fact that a higher than ever number of Americans are in debt.



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2 Comments | Author: CreditCardsCo | Categories: Credit Card Debt, Debt Consolidation

Protecting your Earnings from Inflation

24 August 2009

Just like erosion will erode particles from a previously sandy area, inflation if left unchecked can wipe away the value of your earnings. Consumers cannot directly affect the inflation rate, but at least a number of measures to protect their earnings from inflation should be carried out.



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12 Comments | Author: CreditCardsCo | Categories: Financial Planning, Saving Tips

Second ‘$800 billion’ Bailout and It’s Affect on US Consumer Banking

17 December 2008

Unlike the first $700 billion stimulus package which was intended to promote inter-bank lending, the second bailout $800 billion economic stimulus package would be used to purchase consumer debt and mortgage backed securities.



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2 Comments | Author: CreditCardsCo | Categories: Banking, Financial News




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