Posts Tagged ‘credit’

Credit Card Applications FAQ

Friday, April 2nd, 2010
Lots of folks have questions about credit cards but may feel shy about asking for fear of being seen as not savvy. Here's a list of frequently asked questions about applying for credit cards to bring you up to speed on what you need to know about the credit card application process. Can I apply for a credit card? In general, if you're 18 years of age or older (the age limit may be lower in some states) and are a U.S. citizen, you have the legal right to apply for a cred... Lots of folks have questions about credit cards but may feel shy about asking for fear of being seen as not savvy. Here's a list of frequently asked questions about applying… Read More

Credit Card Applications – Getting Accepted

Thursday, April 1st, 2010
If you have never applied for a credit card before, there are things you will need to know about them. Credit cards can bring you a convenience which is unrivaled by using cash or checks. Despite this, using your credit card improperly and can lead to a financial hardship which is difficult to overcome. Although they can be painful at times, life today without the ease of a credit card is no longer a reality. So, if you think you want a credit card, here are some essential factors youíll need to consider when applying for a credit card: Your Credit History One of the most essential elements to applying for a credit card is what you current credit… Read More

Credit Card Application Facts

Thursday, April 1st, 2010
If you have never applied for a credit card before, there are things you will need to know about them. Credit cards can bring you a convenience which is unrivaled by using cash or checks. Despite this, using your credit card improperly and can lead to a financial hardship which is difficult to overcome. If you have never applied for a credit card before, there are things you will need to know about them. Credit cards can bring you a convenience which is unrivaled by using cash or checks. Despite this, using your credit card improperly and can lead to a financial hardship which is difficult to overcome. Many credit card companies will now allow… Read More

Credit Cards Bring Festive Cheer

Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010
Christmas is almost upon us once again and the worry of meeting the demands that it has on our finances comes to the fore. Many will get themselves into a level of debt that they cannot sustain and if itís paid for with your current credit card or god forbid a store card, then the expenditure will be worse with the addition of the interest charges that come with your plastic. Use your credit card wiselyÖ This does not mean we should be avoiding using our plastic over the festive season, far from it, as apart from having the cash to pay for your goods and leaving you without any debt, the credit card is the next best thing in getting… Read More

Credit Cards And Scams

Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010
Advance Fee Credit Cards Some companies promise to get you a credit card no matter how bad your credit is. Hereís what can happen if you pay them the $200 or more they usually ask for: You receive a credit card thatís only good for over-priced merchandise from their catalog. You get applications for secured credit cards. A secured credit card offer requires you to deposit $500 in a bank account to receive a credit card with a $500 limit. You receive nothing at all. Secured credit cards from a legitimate bank or credit union can help you re-establish credit. Many banks and credit unions will give you a secured credit card with no upfront fees… Read More

Credit Cards — Why Are They So Popular?

Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010
Credit cards have ballooned in popularity over the last decade. While once the preserve of the very rich, or very indebted, they are now available to practically everyone who wants them. They have become far easier to get a hold of. There is also a huge variety of choice out there for anyone who wants a credit card. Different Types of Credit Cards There are exclusive cards that offer their holders a huge array of benefits in exchange for a fee. But there are also cards that carry no subscription fee, give zero per cent on balance transfers and sometimes on purchases to for a certain period and offer quite competitive rates after that. Increasing… Read More

Credit Card Words to the Wise

Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010
1.  Safeguard your credit cards and credit card account numbers.  Never give your credit card number to anyone who is soliciting you.  If you have contacted a reputable company, and wish to use your card to pay for goods or services, you may need to give them your card number by mail or phone.  Companies or individuals soliciting you may not be what or who they claim to be, and we strongly recommend you do not give them your card numbers. 2.  Safeguard your checks and checking account numbers.   Never give your checking account number to anyone except in a bonafide financial transaction such as a loan application.  Never give your checking… Read More

You Can Fix Your Bad Or Poor Credit with Credit Management

Friday, February 26th, 2010
You will not be able to build good credit overnight. It will take discipline and persistence on your part to change your credit for the better. After you have fixed and improved your credit rating in the eyes of lenders, you will notice more opportunities offered to you to borrow money at more desireable terms than when your credit was bad. Just because you have bad credit does not mean that you can not borrow money or get a loan, it just me... Tips on how to get started now. You will not be able to build good credit overnight. It will take discipline and persistence on your part to change your credit for the better. After you have fixed and… Read More

Secured Credit Billing and Electronic Fund Transfer Statements

Friday, February 26th, 2010
Article Body: It is important to check credit billing and electronic fund transfer account statements regularly because these documents may contain mistakes that could damage your credit status or reflect improper charges or transfers. If you find an error or discrepancy, notify the company and dispute the error immediately. The Fair Credit Billing Act (FCBA) and Electronic Fund Transfer Act (EFTA) establish procedures for resolving mistakes on credit billing and electronic fund transfer account statements, including: ï    charges or electronic fund transfers that you ñ or anyone you have authorized to use your account ñ have not made;… Read More