This week's top story: Study: New card law didn't raise rates

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More credit card news | Credit card help | Credit card videos | Credit card statistics February 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 Study: U.S. credit cards more transparent since law In the year since landmark credit card reform rules took effect, consumer plastic has become more transparent in that the advertised interest rates more closely resemble what cardholders get. More...  Churches embrace credit, debit donations When it comes to giving, churchgoers increasingly are asking for options beyond dropping a check or cash in the plate. More...  8 tips to avoid banking app fraud Having an app from your bank on a smart phone or tablet device is incredibly convenient, but is it safe? More...  How your girlfriends can ruin your credit According to The Beatles, "a little help from your friends" is a good thing, but maybe not so much if they encourage you to spend yourself into debt. More...  Expert credit card advice Rent-to-own payments won't boost credit scores 'Credit Score Report' expert Jeremy M. Simon A couple looking to improve their credit shouldn't count on lease-to-own payments to be reported to the credit bureaus. More...  Adult children rack up big debt on mom's cards 'To Her Credit' expert Sally Herigstad Three grown sisters who defaulted on $40,000 they racked up on their mother's cards now want to fix their mess. More...  Can merchants charge extra if you pay with plastic? 'The Credit Guy' expert Todd Ossenfort No, they aren't supposed to, but they can offer a discount to those who pay with cash or check. More...  Options are few when a co-signed card goes bad 'Opening Credits' expert Erica Sandberg A dad is stunned by a daughter's huge debt on a card he co-signed. His options, unfortunately, are few. More...  More credit card news Credit card APRs steady for 2nd straight week Credit card interest rates remained unchanged this week as banks continue to hold off on testing new card offers. More...  Card ownership sees 1st jump since 2008 The Federal Reserve reports that the number of credit cards held by consumers rose slightly for the first time since 2008. More...  Get matched with the right credit card CreditCards.com CARDMATCH Credit card rate report (as of 2-22-2011) National Average   14.73% Business   12.91% Low Interest   12.03% Balance Transfer   12.93% Cash Back   12.48% Rewards   14.36% Bad Credit   24.95% Airline   14.30% Student   13.42% Instant Approval   15.99% 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 e-mail alert because you subscribed and chose to receive e-mail correspondence from CreditCards.com. CreditCards.com sends only verified opt-in e-mail 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. E-mail us at newsletter@creditcards.com. 2. Click on the unsubscribe link CreditCards.com • 8920 Business Park Drive • Austin • TX • 78759 • 512-996-8663 © #copyright_date# CreditCards.com All rights reserved.

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This week's top story: Banks shun medical marijuana sellers

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More credit card news | Credit card help | Credit card videos | Credit card statistics February 15, 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 Banks shun medical marijuana sellers Pot merchants, selling legally under state laws, are ousted by major credit card issuers, but a few entrepreneurs see a budding opportunity. More...  8 ways to resist temptation once your debts are paid Now that your statements read zero and the spending limits are high, a delicious sense of freedom is calling. How do you resist? More...  10 ways business credit cards are different Business cards offer several distinct advantages over regular plastic. However, they don't have all the same protections. More...  6 exceptions to paying tax on forgiven debt Before you write that check to the IRS for forgiven debt, see if you qualify for one of these six exceptions to paying tax on debt you didn't have to pay. More...  Expert credit card advice How loan applications hurt your credit score 'Credit Score Report' expert Jeremy M. Simon When applying for a loan, be prepared for a small ding to your credit score as lenders check your creditworthiness. More...  When you marry Mr. Debt, be prepared to pay 'To Her Credit' expert Sally Herigstad Exchanging vows with a debt-laden spouse doesn't make his debts yours, but it puts your relationship on high alert. More...  Be vigilant if you suspect ID theft 'The Credit Guy' expert Todd Ossenfort A reader questions whether he should be concerned about a card offer sent to his home, but addressed to a family relative. More...  The truth about Social Security and garnishment 'Opening Credits' expert Erica Sandberg Social Security benefits typically can't be garnished. But you may want to separate them from other funds, just in case. More...  More credit card news Credit card APRs remain near record highs Credit card interest rates on new card offers were unchanged this week, lingering near record highs. More...  New card-sized gadgets help you shave, pick locks Blogger Jeremy M. Simon reviews the latest in credit card-sized instruments of destruction. More...  Get matched with the right credit card CreditCards.com CARDMATCH Credit card rate report (as of 2-15-2011) National Average   14.73% Business   12.91% Low Interest   12.03% Balance Transfer   12.93% Cash Back   12.48% Rewards   14.36% Bad Credit   24.95% Airline   14.30% Student   13.42% Instant Approval   15.99% 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 e-mail alert because you subscribed and chose to receive e-mail correspondence from CreditCards.com. CreditCards.com sends only verified opt-in e-mail 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. E-mail us at newsletter@creditcards.com. 2. Click on the unsubscribe link CreditCards.com • 8920 Business Park Drive • Austin • TX • 78759 • 512-996-8663 © #copyright_date# CreditCards.com All rights reserved.

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