This week's top story: Returning military face financial battles

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More credit card news | Credit card help | Credit card videos | Credit card statistics December 29, 2011 Keep CreditCards.com news coming! Add newsletter@creditcards.com to your address book now.   CreditCards.com's weekly newsletter features the latest consumer information and updates from the leading source of credit card news.   Top credit card stories Soldiers under fire at home from predatory lenders They may be formidable fighters, but to predatory lenders, soldiers are seen as young, naive and easy pickings. More... PLUS: Returning troops face financial adjustments, 12 money tips for service members  Can your social network protect against fraud? In the not-too-distant future, credit card companies, online merchants and websites may ask your Facebook friends to vouch for you. More...  7 low-cost ways to get financially organized You don't need to spend a bundle to get your financial house in order. These expert tips will help show you the way through the clutter. More...  From high art to kitsch: 14 fun credit card crafts The world is DIY-crazed, furiously crafting objets d'art out of anything we can get our hands on -- and the credit card is no exception. More...  Expert credit card advice Will bankruptcy stop wage garnishment? 'To Her Credit' expert Sally Herigstad Before you even think of filing for bankruptcy, first explore all the wage garnishment exclusions that you may qualify for. More...  One easy step to build a U.S. credit history 'Opening Credits' expert Erica Sandberg A good salary and residency doesn't mean you can get a credit card the first time you try. You have to start slow and be patient. More...  You're marrying your fiance's debts, too 'New Frugal You' expert Gary Foreman If your future spouse has debt, keep accounts separate and consider a long engagement to see if your intended can straighten up. More...  Boost your 'mileage run' to elite status 'Cashing In' expert Cathleen McCarthy Panicking because you're short of getting elite status on your favorite airline? Here's how to get there without breaking the bank. More...  More credit card news Barhopping with the Tabbedout app Blogger Emily Gerson had fun trying out the mobile payment app Tabbedout at several Austin restaurants and bars. More...  Rate survey: card APRs drop for second week The average annual percentage rate for new card offers dropped to 15.14 percent this week, according to our weekly rate report. More...  Get matched with the right credit card CreditCards.com CARDMATCH Credit card rate report (as of 12-29-2011) National Average   15.14% Business   13.13% Low Interest   10.62% Balance Transfer   12.85% Cash Back   14.74% Reward   14.82% Bad Credit   24.96% Airline   14.54% Student   13.77% Instant Approval   15.49% Personal finance tools Credit card calculators Credit card finder Shop by profile Privacy resources Credit score estimator Best credit cards Search by card type Low interest Balance transfer 0% APR credit cards Instant approval cards Reward credit cards Cash back credit cards Airline credit cards Business credit cards Student credit cards Prepaid and debit cards Credit card specials Stay connected Follow us on Twitter! Become a fan! RSS news feeds Taking Charge: A CreditCards.com blog You received this email alert because you subscribed and chose to receive email correspondence from CreditCards.com. CreditCards.com sends only verified opt-in email specifically requested by our subscribers. If you have any questions or concerns, or think there is an error with your subscription, please write us at newsletter@creditcards.com. We offer two different ways to unsubscribe: 1. Email us at newsletter@creditcards.com. 2. Click on the unsubscribe link CreditCards.com • 8920 Business Park Drive • Austin • TX • 78759 • 512-996-8663 © 2011 CreditCards.com All rights reserved.

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This week's top story: 18 ways to get gift cards for less

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More credit card news | Credit card help | Credit card videos | Credit card statistics December 22, 2011 Keep CreditCards.com news coming! Add newsletter@creditcards.com to your address book now.   CreditCards.com's weekly newsletter features the latest consumer information and updates from the leading source of credit card news.   Top credit card stories 18 ways to get gift cards for less Sure, you're down to the last minute, but remember: You can still get them for less than face value and boost your spending power. More...  10 creative ways to wrap gift cards Giving a plain old gift card in an envelope is so 20th century. Dress it up a bit to give it that personal touch. Here's how. More...  How to retrieve layaway merchandise Bought on layaway this holiday? When the time comes to retrieve your purchases, some knowledge can make the process go smoothly. More...  Bah humbug! 6 holiday-ruining credit mistakes Credit cards can help make a breeze out of holiday shopping. A few missteps, though, and that breeze can turn into a storm of financial headaches. More...  Expert credit card advice When does debt get too old to collect? 'To Her Credit' expert Sally Herigstad Hoping that your debt will get too old to be collectible is a risky proposition, not to mention a bit unethical. More...  Don't jeopardize good credit for new credit 'Opening Credits' expert Erica Sandberg When your credit score is already high, but not high enough, there are ways to boost it without applying for a new credit card. More...  Rate hike? Your anger could ruin your credit 'Credit Care' expert Tanisha Warner Our new columnist responds to a reader whose card's APR got hiked. She's considering not paying the bill. Tanisha says: No. More...  Rewards card options abound for sports junkies 'Cashing In' expert Cathleen McCarthy Credit card companies offer rewards cards to suit most every sports fan. Our expert lays out some of the best options. More...  More credit card news Don't toss out that expired Groupon Good news for procrastinators: Just because your Groupon expired doesn’t mean you lose all your money on it. More...  Persistence pays when protecting your money Blogger Matt Schulz was wronged by a major airline over a $150 fee on a ticket he bought with reward miles. But he fought back and won. More...  Get matched with the right credit card CreditCards.com CARDMATCH Credit card rate report (as of 12-22-2011) National Average   15.19% Business   13.13% Low Interest   10.84% Balance Transfer   13.00% Cash Back   14.86% Reward   14.86% Bad Credit   24.96% Airline   14.54% Student   13.77% Instant Approval   15.49% Personal finance tools Credit card calculators Credit card finder Shop by profile Privacy resources Credit score estimator Best credit cards Search by card type Low interest Balance transfer 0% APR credit cards Instant approval cards Reward credit cards Cash back credit cards Airline credit cards Business credit cards Student credit cards Prepaid and debit cards Credit card specials Stay connected Follow us on Twitter! Become a fan! RSS news feeds Taking Charge: A CreditCards.com blog You received this email alert because you subscribed and chose to receive email correspondence from CreditCards.com. CreditCards.com sends only verified opt-in email specifically requested by our subscribers. If you have any questions or concerns, or think there is an error with your subscription, please write us at newsletter@creditcards.com. We offer two different ways to unsubscribe: 1. Email us at newsletter@creditcards.com. 2. Click on the unsubscribe link CreditCards.com • 8920 Business Park Drive • Austin • TX • 78759 • 512-996-8663 © 2011 CreditCards.com All rights reserved.

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