Credit Card News

For example, were credit card rates higher or lower in the good old days? Well, the answer to that one depends on who you are (or, more precisely, how healthy... Continue reading

The world of credit cards has turned upside down since the mortgage melt down and resulting credit crunch. You used to be able to have a card or two in... Continue reading

Let's suppose you're a careful and knowledgeable money manager. You are in the habit of paying off your card balances in full each month. If that describes you, there's a... Continue reading

Having a poor credit score can affect your life in a big way. To start with, it can prevent you from accessing the best mortgage and credit card deals. That's... Continue reading

Regular readers of this column already know that, according to its consumer credit figures published April 7, the Federal Reserve says that credit card debt is declining fast. In fact,... Continue reading

It's not easy being a stay-at-home mom or dad. Childcare, homemaking, cooking… the list of chores and tasks is seemingly endless, and the hours are often punishingly long. These stresses... Continue reading

Regular visitors to this space will know that this blogger is no uncritical fan of credit card companies. Too many of them are quick to gouge customers, and exploit "gotcha"... Continue reading

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) says: "It's best to use a credit card..." That's especially true online, but it often applies across all sorts of shopping. You tend to have... Continue reading

Yesterday, The Wall Street Journal introduced its readers to Pete D'Arruda, a man who must give his tailor nightmares. How can his suits look good when he's carrying a wallet... Continue reading

Let's start on a cheerful note. Credit card debt--and debt levels generally--are falling. The October 2010 edition of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York's Quarterly Report on Household Debt... Continue reading