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> <channel><title>Credit Cards Blog &#187; Financial Planning</title> <atom:link href="http://blog.creditcardsco.com/topics/financial-planning/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>Time for a Newer, Lower APR Credit Card?</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/time-for-a-newer-lower-apr-credit-card.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/time-for-a-newer-lower-apr-credit-card.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2012 22:34:57 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>CreditCardsCo</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Choosing Cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card Tips]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Financial Planning]]></category> <category><![CDATA[0% apr]]></category> <category><![CDATA[bonus miles]]></category> <category><![CDATA[bureaus]]></category> <category><![CDATA[co-branded]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card offer]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card payments]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit history]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Federal]]></category> <category><![CDATA[free credit report]]></category> <category><![CDATA[no annual fee]]></category> <category><![CDATA[rewards card]]></category> <category><![CDATA[rewards points]]></category> <category><![CDATA[rewards program]]></category> <category><![CDATA[sapphire]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Visa]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=3256</guid> <description><![CDATA[Thinking you might qualify for a lower APR credit card offer? Do your homework and be sure to check out the Chase and Capital One credit card offers before you decide.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/time-for-a-newer-lower-apr-credit-card.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>A Capital One for Everyone</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/a-capital-one-for-everyone.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/a-capital-one-for-everyone.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Wed, 28 Dec 2011 21:52:54 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Carolyn</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Choosing Cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card Tips]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Financial Planning]]></category> <category><![CDATA[annual fee]]></category> <category><![CDATA[bonus points]]></category> <category><![CDATA[business credit card]]></category> <category><![CDATA[capital one]]></category> <category><![CDATA[cash back]]></category> <category><![CDATA[co-branded]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card network]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit histories]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit scores]]></category> <category><![CDATA[intro apr]]></category> <category><![CDATA[MasterCard]]></category> <category><![CDATA[no annual fee]]></category> <category><![CDATA[rewards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[rewards points]]></category> <category><![CDATA[United States]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Visa]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=3198</guid> <description><![CDATA[Student credit cards, business credit cards or co-branded credit cards: whatever you're looking for in a credit card, you can be sure Capital One can meet those needs. ]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/a-capital-one-for-everyone.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Looking Ahead: The Best Credit Cards for 2012</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/looking-ahead-the-best-credit-cards-for-2012.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/looking-ahead-the-best-credit-cards-for-2012.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Mon, 26 Dec 2011 21:50:44 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>CreditCardsCo</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Choosing Cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card Tips]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Financial Planning]]></category> <category><![CDATA[0% apr]]></category> <category><![CDATA[annual fee]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card offers]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Discover]]></category> <category><![CDATA[finances]]></category> <category><![CDATA[fraud]]></category> <category><![CDATA[interest rate]]></category> <category><![CDATA[no annual fee]]></category> <category><![CDATA[rewards program]]></category> <category><![CDATA[student]]></category> <category><![CDATA[terms and conditions]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Visa]]></category> <category><![CDATA[zero fraud liability]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=3182</guid> <description><![CDATA[Wondering how to strengthen your finances in 2012? Choosing the best credit card offers for your needs is your best first step for a stronger new year. ]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/looking-ahead-the-best-credit-cards-for-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>Doing What Matters: Improving Your Credit Scores</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/doing-what-matters-improving-your-credit-scores.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/doing-what-matters-improving-your-credit-scores.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Wed, 21 Dec 2011 15:40:43 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>CreditCardsCo</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Choosing Cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Financial Planning]]></category> <category><![CDATA[american express]]></category> <category><![CDATA[annual fee]]></category> <category><![CDATA[bankruptcies]]></category> <category><![CDATA[cashback]]></category> <category><![CDATA[citibank]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card balance]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit histories]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit scores]]></category> <category><![CDATA[money]]></category> <category><![CDATA[mortgage]]></category> <category><![CDATA[recession]]></category> <category><![CDATA[world mastercard]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=3157</guid> <description><![CDATA[Ring in 2012 with a much better outlook and awareness on how your credit scores are calculated and what your credit history looks like. Choose better credit card offers and keep your budget in check.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/doing-what-matters-improving-your-credit-scores.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>Credit Card Payment Insurance: Cure-All or Anything But?</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/credit-card-payment-insurance-cure-all-or-anything-but.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/credit-card-payment-insurance-cure-all-or-anything-but.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Mon, 03 Oct 2011 21:01:34 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Carolyn</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card Tips]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Financial Planning]]></category> <category><![CDATA[balance]]></category> <category><![CDATA[consumers]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card companies]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Credit card payment insurance]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card payments]]></category> <category><![CDATA[deductibles]]></category> <category><![CDATA[disability policy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[financial experts]]></category> <category><![CDATA[late payments]]></category> <category><![CDATA[limitations]]></category> <category><![CDATA[small print]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=2666</guid> <description><![CDATA[Credit card payment insurance sounds like a good idea - until you realize it might be unnecessary and worse, it may not kick in when you need it most. Here's why some experts discourage these credit card disability policies.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/credit-card-payment-insurance-cure-all-or-anything-but.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Discover Claims Top Spot in ID Fraud Prevention</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/discover-claims-top-spot-in-id-fraud-prevention.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/discover-claims-top-spot-in-id-fraud-prevention.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Wed, 28 Sep 2011 17:19:43 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>CreditCardsCo</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Financial Planning]]></category> <category><![CDATA[ID Protection]]></category> <category><![CDATA[0% apr]]></category> <category><![CDATA[cashback]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card offers]]></category> <category><![CDATA[discover more]]></category> <category><![CDATA[fraud]]></category> <category><![CDATA[fraud alert]]></category> <category><![CDATA[fraud alerts]]></category> <category><![CDATA[fraudulent activity]]></category> <category><![CDATA[intro rate]]></category> <category><![CDATA[no annual fee]]></category> <category><![CDATA[student]]></category> <category><![CDATA[young adults]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=2643</guid> <description><![CDATA[Discover claimed the number one spot for the second year in a row for its many checks and balances for fraud prevention. Learn more about those checks and balances.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/discover-claims-top-spot-in-id-fraud-prevention.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>American Express: Find a Job and a Credit Card</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/american-express-find-a-job-and-a-credit-card.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/american-express-find-a-job-and-a-credit-card.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Mon, 26 Sep 2011 21:44:38 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Carolyn</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Choosing Cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card Tips]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Financial Planning]]></category> <category><![CDATA[american express]]></category> <category><![CDATA[amex]]></category> <category><![CDATA[amex card]]></category> <category><![CDATA[college debt]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card companies]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card Debt]]></category> <category><![CDATA[crowdtap]]></category> <category><![CDATA[facebook]]></category> <category><![CDATA[learnvest]]></category> <category><![CDATA[lost generation]]></category> <category><![CDATA[unemployment rates]]></category> <category><![CDATA[young adults]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=2628</guid> <description><![CDATA[In a bold move, American Express announces new avenues for recent college grads struggling in a tough economy. These bootcamps and other opportunities provide resources free of charge and you don't have to be an AMEX card holder.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/american-express-find-a-job-and-a-credit-card.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Free from Credit Card Debt? Yes, Really</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/free-from-credit-card-debt-yes-really.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/free-from-credit-card-debt-yes-really.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Wed, 21 Sep 2011 18:01:37 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>CreditCardsCo</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card Debt]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card Tips]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Financial Planning]]></category> <category><![CDATA[0% apr]]></category> <category><![CDATA[annual fee]]></category> <category><![CDATA[bank accounts]]></category> <category><![CDATA[chase slate vertical]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card offer]]></category> <category><![CDATA[finances]]></category> <category><![CDATA[intro rate]]></category> <category><![CDATA[money]]></category> <category><![CDATA[monthly payment]]></category> <category><![CDATA[new card]]></category> <category><![CDATA[payment history]]></category> <category><![CDATA[retirement]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=2601</guid> <description><![CDATA[Everyone's finances are different, though their desires to be debt free are always universal. A balance transfer credit card might be your solution while for others, it makes sense to tap into their savings to meet their goals. ]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/free-from-credit-card-debt-yes-really.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Changing Careers? Expect a Credit Check</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/changing-careers-expect-a-credit-check.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/changing-careers-expect-a-credit-check.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Mon, 12 Sep 2011 15:01:25 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>CreditCardsCo</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card Basics]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card Tips]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Financial Planning]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Applicants]]></category> <category><![CDATA[bankruptcies]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card companies]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card payments]]></category> <category><![CDATA[creditors]]></category> <category><![CDATA[FICO]]></category> <category><![CDATA[fico score]]></category> <category><![CDATA[late payments]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Medical]]></category> <category><![CDATA[payment history]]></category> <category><![CDATA[payments]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Visa]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=2548</guid> <description><![CDATA[Foreclosures, bankruptcies and missed credit card payments are all part of many Americans' credit reports these days. Changing jobs can double your problems if you're required to sign a consent form for a routine credit check.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/changing-careers-expect-a-credit-check.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>No Annual Fee Credit Card Offers</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/no-annual-fee-credit-card-offers.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/no-annual-fee-credit-card-offers.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Fri, 02 Sep 2011 15:02:45 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>CreditCardsCo</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Choosing Cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card Tips]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Financial Planning]]></category> <category><![CDATA[0% apr]]></category> <category><![CDATA[american express OPEN]]></category> <category><![CDATA[annual fee]]></category> <category><![CDATA[co-branded]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit histories]]></category> <category><![CDATA[fees]]></category> <category><![CDATA[platinum]]></category> <category><![CDATA[plum]]></category> <category><![CDATA[prepaid mastercard]]></category> <category><![CDATA[slate vertical]]></category> <category><![CDATA[travel]]></category> <category><![CDATA[united mileage]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=2490</guid> <description><![CDATA[No annual fee credit card offers are a great way to save money. Here are a few of the latest offers for consumers and small businesses. ]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/no-annual-fee-credit-card-offers.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Going Digital with Your Credit Cards</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/going-digital-with-your-credit-cards.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/going-digital-with-your-credit-cards.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Mon, 29 Aug 2011 18:41:57 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>CreditCardsCo</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card Tips]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Financial Planning]]></category> <category><![CDATA[chip technology]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card company]]></category> <category><![CDATA[google]]></category> <category><![CDATA[hackers]]></category> <category><![CDATA[id theft]]></category> <category><![CDATA[merchants]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Smart]]></category> <category><![CDATA[smart phones]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Visa]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=2465</guid> <description><![CDATA[Ready to move into the financial digital age? Visa and Google just might be able to help you achieve that goal by the end of the year. ]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/going-digital-with-your-credit-cards.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>Woman&#8217;s Best Friend: the Right Credit Card</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/womans-best-friend-the-right-credit-card.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/womans-best-friend-the-right-credit-card.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Mon, 15 Aug 2011 19:25:54 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Carolyn</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Choosing Cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card Tips]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Financial Planning]]></category> <category><![CDATA[0% apr]]></category> <category><![CDATA[american express]]></category> <category><![CDATA[amex]]></category> <category><![CDATA[card offers]]></category> <category><![CDATA[cash back]]></category> <category><![CDATA[chase freedom]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit rating]]></category> <category><![CDATA[customer service]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Discover]]></category> <category><![CDATA[finances]]></category> <category><![CDATA[financial]]></category> <category><![CDATA[MasterCard]]></category> <category><![CDATA[travel rewards]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=2390</guid> <description><![CDATA[Think all credit card offers are the same? Think again; today's credit-savvy woman knows what's best for her needs and future and can recognize the best perks in a credit card offer.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/womans-best-friend-the-right-credit-card.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Credit Card Budgeting &amp; Lessons Learned from S&amp;P</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/credit-card-budgeting-lessons-learned-from-sp.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/credit-card-budgeting-lessons-learned-from-sp.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Mon, 08 Aug 2011 13:45:34 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>CreditCardsCo</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card Tips]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Financial Planning]]></category> <category><![CDATA[congress]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card companies]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card Debt]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit downgrade]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit rating]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit rating agency]]></category> <category><![CDATA[debt crisis]]></category> <category><![CDATA[foreclosure]]></category> <category><![CDATA[MasterCard]]></category> <category><![CDATA[payment plan]]></category> <category><![CDATA[standard & poor]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Visa]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=2347</guid> <description><![CDATA[With the S&#38;P choosing to lower the nation's credit rating, there are lessons to be learned from what our elected leaders didn't do. Here's how you can apply those lessons to your own budgeting efforts.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/credit-card-budgeting-lessons-learned-from-sp.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Avoid Vacation Blues: Smart Credit Card Tips</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/avoid-vacation-blues-smart-credit-card-tips.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/avoid-vacation-blues-smart-credit-card-tips.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jul 2011 23:25:35 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Carolyn</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card Tips]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Financial Planning]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Saving Tips]]></category> <category><![CDATA[annual fee]]></category> <category><![CDATA[chase]]></category> <category><![CDATA[chase southwest airlines]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card offers]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Discover more card]]></category> <category><![CDATA[freedom]]></category> <category><![CDATA[marriott rewards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[preferred credit card]]></category> <category><![CDATA[rewards points]]></category> <category><![CDATA[vacation]]></category> <category><![CDATA[vacations]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Visa]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=2276</guid> <description><![CDATA[Your vacation doesn't have to break the bank, whether you travel by air or prefer the scenic route when traveling by car. Check out our credit card tips on these rewards cards.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/avoid-vacation-blues-smart-credit-card-tips.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Mac Money 4 Review</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/mac-money-4-review.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/mac-money-4-review.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jul 2011 18:03:18 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>CreditCardsCo</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Financial Planning]]></category> <category><![CDATA[bank accounts]]></category> <category><![CDATA[car payments]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Credit card accounts]]></category> <category><![CDATA[financial software]]></category> <category><![CDATA[mac]]></category> <category><![CDATA[money 4]]></category> <category><![CDATA[mortgage]]></category> <category><![CDATA[prepaid credit cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[secured credit cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[stock accounts]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=2248</guid> <description><![CDATA[The Jumsoft Money 4 has been released and the reviews are impressive. Here's our take on this financial software that allows you to combine all your accounts.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/mac-money-4-review.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Bad Credit Habits and How to Avoid Them</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/bad-credit-habits-and-how-to-avoid-them.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/bad-credit-habits-and-how-to-avoid-them.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jul 2011 18:39:35 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Carolyn</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Bad Credit]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Financial Planning]]></category> <category><![CDATA[bankruptcies]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Budget]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card payments]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Equifax]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Experian]]></category> <category><![CDATA[free credit report]]></category> <category><![CDATA[minimum payment]]></category> <category><![CDATA[paycheck]]></category> <category><![CDATA[savings account]]></category> <category><![CDATA[spending]]></category> <category><![CDATA[spending habits]]></category> <category><![CDATA[TransUnion]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=2236</guid> <description><![CDATA[Changing your credit card purchasing habits isn't as difficult as you think. Commit to a budget and resist impulse charges.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/bad-credit-habits-and-how-to-avoid-them.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Credit Card Confessions</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/credit-card-confessions.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/credit-card-confessions.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Fri, 01 Jul 2011 17:30:03 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>CreditCardsCo</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card Tips]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Financial Planning]]></category> <category><![CDATA[0% apr]]></category> <category><![CDATA[cash]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit history]]></category> <category><![CDATA[financial]]></category> <category><![CDATA[low interest]]></category> <category><![CDATA[MasterCard]]></category> <category><![CDATA[minimum payment]]></category> <category><![CDATA[mortgage]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Visa]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=2132</guid> <description><![CDATA[Think you have some credit card tales? Take a look at these credit card confessions and see if yours are similar.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/credit-card-confessions.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>AMEX and Its Calculated Move</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/amex-and-its-calculated-move.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/amex-and-its-calculated-move.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Fri, 24 Jun 2011 20:44:07 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>CreditCardsCo</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card Tips]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Financial Planning]]></category> <category><![CDATA[american express]]></category> <category><![CDATA[amex]]></category> <category><![CDATA[citibank]]></category> <category><![CDATA[foursquare]]></category> <category><![CDATA[MasterCard]]></category> <category><![CDATA[prepaid credit cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[technology]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Visa]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=2090</guid> <description><![CDATA[American Express and Foursquare have teamed up to define a new niche in the 'under 35' set. It's a golden plan - if they can pull it off.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/amex-and-its-calculated-move.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Does A &#8220;Credit Record Underclass&#8221; Exist?</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/does-a-credit-record-underclass-exist.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/does-a-credit-record-underclass-exist.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Wed, 22 Jun 2011 16:04:16 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Carolyn</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Financial Planning]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Report & Score]]></category> <category><![CDATA[0 apr on balance transfers]]></category> <category><![CDATA[0% apr]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card interest rates]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card offer]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit histories]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Experian]]></category> <category><![CDATA[intro rate]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Medical]]></category> <category><![CDATA[TransUnion]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=2075</guid> <description><![CDATA[The misuse of credit reports continues in the U.S. Just how far it goes remains to be seen, though credit histories continue to be considered by hiring managers and credit card companies.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/does-a-credit-record-underclass-exist.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Keep Your Credit Cards Away From Your Medical Bills</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/keep-your-credit-cards-away-from-your-medical-bills.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/keep-your-credit-cards-away-from-your-medical-bills.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Mon, 06 Jun 2011 12:25:42 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Carolyn</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card Tips]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Financial Planning]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Saving Tips]]></category> <category><![CDATA[0% apr]]></category> <category><![CDATA[amount]]></category> <category><![CDATA[APR]]></category> <category><![CDATA[arrangement]]></category> <category><![CDATA[balance]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Budget]]></category> <category><![CDATA[card debt]]></category> <category><![CDATA[cash]]></category> <category><![CDATA[crisis]]></category> <category><![CDATA[expiration]]></category> <category><![CDATA[finance]]></category> <category><![CDATA[insurance]]></category> <category><![CDATA[interest rates]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Medical]]></category> <category><![CDATA[package]]></category> <category><![CDATA[patient]]></category> <category><![CDATA[retirement]]></category> <category><![CDATA[savings]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=1975</guid> <description><![CDATA[More Americans are relying on their credit cards to pay medical bills. Here's how you might can avoid that trap.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/keep-your-credit-cards-away-from-your-medical-bills.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Credit Cards for Rebuilding Credit</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/credit-cards-for-rebuilding-credit.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/credit-cards-for-rebuilding-credit.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Fri, 03 Jun 2011 20:54:23 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>CreditCardsCo</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Bad Credit]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Choosing Cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Financial Planning]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit histories]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit reporting]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit score]]></category> <category><![CDATA[guaranteed approval]]></category> <category><![CDATA[MasterCard]]></category> <category><![CDATA[no annual fee]]></category> <category><![CDATA[prepaid credit card]]></category> <category><![CDATA[secured credit cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[visa credit card]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=1959</guid> <description><![CDATA[The tough economy has forced many Americans to redefine their financial tools. Here are a few of the best credit cards for rebuilding your credit history.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/credit-cards-for-rebuilding-credit.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Instant Gratification – Instant Cash Back Credit Cards</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/instant-gratification-instant-cash-back-credit-cards.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/instant-gratification-instant-cash-back-credit-cards.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2011 20:06:15 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>CreditCardsCo</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Card Rewards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Choosing Cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card Tips]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Financial Planning]]></category> <category><![CDATA[accountnow]]></category> <category><![CDATA[business credit card]]></category> <category><![CDATA[cash back]]></category> <category><![CDATA[chase]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card offer]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card offers]]></category> <category><![CDATA[new card]]></category> <category><![CDATA[no annual fee]]></category> <category><![CDATA[prepaid credit cards]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=1948</guid> <description><![CDATA[Take a look at a few of the many credit card offers that are all about rewarding customers up front with cash back incentives.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/instant-gratification-instant-cash-back-credit-cards.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>The Credit Card Industry&#8217;s Well Kept Secret</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/the-credit-card-industrys-well-kept-secret.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/the-credit-card-industrys-well-kept-secret.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Mon, 30 May 2011 13:17:35 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Carolyn</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card Debt]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Financial Planning]]></category> <category><![CDATA[agreement]]></category> <category><![CDATA[bankruptcy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card companies]]></category> <category><![CDATA[crisis]]></category> <category><![CDATA[customer]]></category> <category><![CDATA[interest]]></category> <category><![CDATA[offer]]></category> <category><![CDATA[payment]]></category> <category><![CDATA[recession]]></category> <category><![CDATA[statement]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=1932</guid> <description><![CDATA[Struggling with your credit card payments? Have you asked your credit card company about its hardship program?  Here are a few tips on this little known option.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/the-credit-card-industrys-well-kept-secret.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Women and Their Changing Credit Needs</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/women-and-their-changing-credit-needs.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/women-and-their-changing-credit-needs.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Fri, 27 May 2011 15:57:11 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Carolyn</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Choosing Cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card Tips]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Financial Planning]]></category> <category><![CDATA[cash back]]></category> <category><![CDATA[chase]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit history]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit limit]]></category> <category><![CDATA[fraud]]></category> <category><![CDATA[freedom]]></category> <category><![CDATA[no annual fee]]></category> <category><![CDATA[rewards program]]></category> <category><![CDATA[visa credit card]]></category> <category><![CDATA[zero fraud liability]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=1918</guid> <description><![CDATA[Who says there aren't viable credit card offers for women? Here, we break down three of the best options for women everywhere.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/women-and-their-changing-credit-needs.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Good News and Even Better Offers</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/good-news-and-even-better-offers.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/good-news-and-even-better-offers.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Fri, 20 May 2011 19:26:51 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Carolyn</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Choosing Cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Financial Planning]]></category> <category><![CDATA[0% apr]]></category> <category><![CDATA[american express OPEN]]></category> <category><![CDATA[amex]]></category> <category><![CDATA[citi platinum select]]></category> <category><![CDATA[concierge service]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Discover more card]]></category> <category><![CDATA[interest rates]]></category> <category><![CDATA[terms and conditions]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=1875</guid> <description><![CDATA[The big credit card companies just released their monthly figures and if you thought March was a good month, you'll really be impressed with April's figures]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/good-news-and-even-better-offers.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Your Needs, Your Credit Card</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/your-needs-your-credit-card.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/your-needs-your-credit-card.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Wed, 11 May 2011 14:28:06 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Carolyn</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Choosing Cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Credit Card Tips]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Financial Planning]]></category> <category><![CDATA[cashback]]></category> <category><![CDATA[chase]]></category> <category><![CDATA[credit card statement]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Discover more card]]></category> <category><![CDATA[no annual fee]]></category> <category><![CDATA[prepaid debit cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[reward credit cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Visa]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=1825</guid> <description><![CDATA[Here, we break down some of today's credit card offers, including prepaid credit cards, student credit cards and gas rewards credit cards.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/your-needs-your-credit-card.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Hotel Rewards Credit Cards</title><link>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/hotel-rewards-credit-cards.html</link> <comments>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/hotel-rewards-credit-cards.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Wed, 20 Apr 2011 12:00:45 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>CreditCardsCo</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Card Rewards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Choosing Cards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Financial Planning]]></category> <category><![CDATA[airline]]></category> <category><![CDATA[american express OPEN]]></category> <category><![CDATA[amex]]></category> <category><![CDATA[no annual fee]]></category> <category><![CDATA[rewards]]></category> <category><![CDATA[starpoints]]></category> <category><![CDATA[starwood preferred]]></category> <category><![CDATA[terms and conditions]]></category> <category><![CDATA[travel]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://blog.creditcardsco.com/?p=1708</guid> <description><![CDATA[Ready for the summer months and vacation? Get it started off the right way and choose your hotel rewards credit card carefully.]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://blog.creditcardsco.com/hotel-rewards-credit-cards.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> </channel> </rss>
