Tuesday, August 10, 2010

This week's top story: Next generation cards: What they'll do for you

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Top credit card stories

What next generation credit cards will do for you
Say goodbye to static plastic; cutting-edge card manufacturers are literally changing the face of credit cards to make them something they've never been before: interactive. More... 
7 reasons why your credit card gets blocked
When your issuer stops a thief from making fraudulent charges on your card, you're thrilled. But when they mistake you for the thief? Here's help. More... 
Scam alert: There is no 'Obama' debt bailout program
There's no government program to relieve you of your card debt, no matter how many scammers say there is. More... 
80 percent of spouses lie about spending
In one fashion or another, 80 percent of spouses hide purchases, credit cards and bank accounts, according to a new survey. More... 
Expert credit card advice

CARD Act doesn't prevent tricky new fees
'The Credit Guy' expert Gary Todd Ossenfort
Sure, the new law regulates a lot, but it doesn't prevent card issuers from implementing creative new fees. More...
 
High balance on just one card can hurt credit score
'Credit Score Report' expert Jeremy Simon
Check your credit score and keep all your cards' balances low or you could upset your attempt to refinance a home.
More...
 
Do you marry someone with $150,000 in debt?
'To Her Credit' expert Sally Herigstad
A woman wonders if she'll ruin her credit by marrying a man who has huge debts. Our expert says no, but urges caution.
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When does a balance transfer card make sense?
'Opening Credits' expert Erica Sandberg
A reader with $6,000 on a high-interest card wonders if it makes sense for her to transfer to a lower-interest card.
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More credit card news

Just say no to debit card overdraft protection
With debit cards, there is a financial incentive for banks and credit unions to sign a certain segment of cardholders up for overdraft protection services. More... 
Susie gets her Super Bowl tickets
A lucky Bank of America cardholder wins back her rewards points with the help of our blogger. More... 
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