This week's top story: How the recession robbed Americans' net worth

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More credit card news | Credit card help | Credit card videos | Credit card statistics March 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 Fed: Recession robbed net worth of 6 in 10 families A comprehensive study conducted by the Federal Reserve Board reveals the cold, hard statistics of the full panorama of damage sustained by American households as a result of the Great Recession. More...  When credit was cool: The golden days of plastic Today, getting a new credit card is no big deal. A half century ago, just being approved for a card meant you had joined the American elite. More...  Can you 'attract' a debt-free life? If you consistently think about being debt-free and banish negative money thoughts, can your mind lift you out of your financial hole? More...  When being frugal becomes an obsession Do you or someone you know go beyond being a cheapskate? If so, it may be an "underspending" disorder where financial therapy can help. More...  Fed rule limits credit cards for stay-at-home parents Household income can no longer be considered, a new regulation says, limiting stay-at-home parents' ability to get credit on their own. More...  Expert credit card advice Fix address mix-ups on credit reports 'Credit Score Report' expert Jeremy M. Simon A reader whose credit reports list addresses associated with her ex-husband should take action to update the reports. More...  You have to pay the IRS back for its mistakes 'To Her Credit' expert Sally Herigstad Don't ever cash an IRS check made out to you in error. If you do, the IRS will eventually catch up with you. More...  How to cut back on credit card spending 'New Frugal You' expert Gary Foreman A reader who gives in easily to credit card temptation needs to take ever-stronger preventive steps. More...  Issuers can close cards without your knowledge 'Opening Credits' expert Erica Sandberg A reader's dormant credit card was closed and he wasn't told. Our expert says this is not illegal, nor uncommon. More...  More credit card news Mobile payment mania hits Starbucks Millions of people have made purchases at Starbucks using just their smartphones, the coffee mega-retailer said. More...  James O'Keefe's 'pay my card debt' plea The man behind the recent video that caused NPR executives to lose their jobs is now asking for help to pay off his $50,000 credit card debt. More...  Get matched with the right credit card CreditCards.com CARDMATCH Credit card rate report (as of 3-29-2011) National Average   14.65% Business   12.91% Low Interest   11.18% Balance Transfer   12.78% Cash Back   13.41% Rewards   14.32% Bad Credit   23.95% Airline   14.33% 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 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: Is it time to consider financial therapy?

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More credit card news | Credit card help | Credit card videos | Credit card statistics March 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 Is it time to consider financial therapy? Do you lie to your spouse about your spending? Feel guilty about how much money you make? Constantly blow your budget? A new breed of expert -- the financial therapist -- is ready to help. More...  Scams rise in wake of Japan disaster After a tragedy, emotions run high and people want to help. Fraudsters know it and see an opportunity to make a quick buck. More... PLUS: Card fees waived on donations to Japan  6 financial mistakes to avoid in divorce Protect your credit and come through divorce under the best possible financial circumstances by avoiding these common mistakes. More...  10 credit commandments for young professionals The money habits you form in your 20s can set you up for financial success -- or failure. Be savvy with your cash early and reap the rewards. More...  Expert credit card advice Don't fear score drop when applying for new card 'Credit Score Report' expert Jeremy M. Simon Applying for a new card may trim a few points from your credit score, but it shouldn't last -- as long as you use the new card wisely. More...  Protecting your credit during a divorce 'To Her Credit' expert Sally Herigstad When faced with divorce, seek the advice of an attorney before agreeing to leave your home or trying to pay off joint debt. More...  In hard times, keep credit lines high 'New Frugal You' expert Gary Foreman With issuers aggressively cutting credit limits, paying off high APR credit card debt may not be the best advice. More...  Help! My mom ruined my credit 'Opening Credits' expert Erica Sandberg A young man is starting his career with bad credit, thanks to his mom stealing his identity. Our expert offers seven steps to recover. More...  More credit card news Credit card interest rates stay steady The average annual percentage rate (APR) on new credit card offers held steady at 14.65 percent last week, according to CreditCards.com. More...  Surviving and thriving at SXSW Interactive Blogger Jeremy Simon shares his experiences at Austin's premier event: SXSW Interactive. More...  Get matched with the right credit card CreditCards.com CARDMATCH Credit card rate report (as of 3-22-2011) National Average   14.65% Business   12.91% Low Interest   11.18% Balance Transfer   12.78% Cash Back   13.41% Rewards   14.32% Bad Credit   23.95% Airline   14.33% 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 © 2011 CreditCards.com All rights reserved.

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