Big changes in store for US credit cardholders

May 20th, 2009

By ANNE FLAHERTY
WASHINGTON (AP) – Americans will see sweeping new limits on credit card companies that try to raise interest rates or take other steps that leave consumers deeper in debt, but cardholders who pay off their balance each month may face new fees or lose out on lucrative rewards programs.
Congress wrapped up the legislation [...]

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Credit Cards and Gimmicks To Get You To Apply For Them

May 19th, 2009

Some people will fall for almost anything when it comes to applying for credit cards. Credit card companies know this and they use these promotions to entice you to take out one more card or to replace some of your existing ones.
Before you fall for any new gimmicks you must understand that you are responsible [...]

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