CreditCardsCo Blog
Should You Accept a Settlement for Credit Card Debt
Debt settlement programs might not be the best option for consumers with credit card debt. FCC has some recommendations.
The Dark and Unexpected Pre-Account Opening Fees
It took several years, but First Premier is free to charge its consumers high pre account fees before sending out that credit card.
Foreclosure Rising in Some States
New trends are troublesome, including the triple digit foreclosure increases in several states. More than three dozen states are seeing some kind of rise in foreclosure.
Smart Newlyweds Carefully Choose Credit Cards
Wedding season is quickly approaching. We can’t force newlyweds to learn the importance of APR and late payments, but there are some great credit card offers that can help them as they begin their new lives.
Does Any of the $917M in Unclaimed Funds Belong to You?
Before the weekend is over, you might discover a financial windfall. Check your state treasurer’s website. Many use their funds for paying off credit cards, savings or weekend getaways.
al-Qassam Cyber Fighters Strike Again
al-Qassam Cyber Fighters promised they would begin their denial of service attacks again this spring. True to their word, they’ve already hit one big bank this week.
Bank of America: Winning or Losing?
It seems like one step forward and two steps back for Bank of America as it tries to avoid negative public relations.
Long Overdue: Credit Bureau Overhauls
6 Financial Mistakes That Can Haunt You
You save, put money to your retirement and make your credit card payments on time. Here are six common sense rules you might not have incorporated.
Financial Literacy Day Empower Consumers
Council for Economic Education, Junior Achievement, and the Jump Start Coalition prepare for their annual financial literacy day.
UK Solution for Financially Prepared Young People
Kids in the UK are already ahead in the financial game – they must be financially literate before graduating high school. Why can’t the U.S. step up to the plate?
Fifth Third Bank Making Incredible Strides for Unemployment
Fifth Third is setting the example for helping its unemployed bank customers with mortgages. Here’s how it’s accomplishing that.
