This week's top story: Debt loss taken to new heights

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More credit card news | Credit card help | Credit card videos | Credit card statistics September 28, 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 Michigan couple honored for paying off $92,000 debt The federal government could learn a thing or two about debt reduction from Jerry and Sue Bailey, who paid off $92,000 in credit card debt in less than six years. More...  How MCC codes unveil consumer shopping habits Merchant Category Codes reveal where you use your plastic and are tracked by your card issuers. Want to keep your purchases secret? Use cash. More...  'Frugalista' Natalie McNeal's journey from debt Single, 32, in serious debt and in a precarious job, blogger Natalie McNeal turned her high-spending life around in five years. More...  Survey: The best ID protection tools The best identity theft protection service on the market is sold by a company you've probably never heard of, according to a new study. More...  8 credit card designs that flopped These eight credit card designs failed to find their place in wallets across America -- and some never even made it out of the lab. More...  Expert credit card advice Contractor botches job, but threatens collection 'To Her Credit' expert Sally Herigstad When a contractor threatens to sue for unpaid bills on lousy and unfinished work, what are your options? More...  Don't let bad credit keep you unemployed 'Credit Score Report' expert Jeremy M. Simon Although some employers consider an applicant's credit history when hiring, bad credit doesn't have to keep you from finding work. More...  Steps to starting over after losing job, home 'Opening Credits' expert Erica Sandberg Starting over after a long-term illness that robbed you of everything is daunting, but not impossible. More...  Moves to prepare for next economic storm 'New Frugal You' expert Gary Foreman Just as you plan ahead for hurricanes, you can weather rough financial times more easily with these preparation tips. More...  More credit card news Take my bone marrow, not my identity Our blogger was willing to undergo an uncomfortable procedure to help others, but when they wanted her Social Security number, she drew the line. More...  Infographic: America's biggest retirement fears When it comes to retirement, nothing scares Americans like the thought of not having enough money. More...  Get matched with the right credit card CreditCards.com CARDMATCH Credit card rate report (as of 9-28-2011) National Average   14.97% Business   12.91% Low Interest   10.73% Balance Transfer   12.77% Cash Back   14.34% Reward   14.61% Bad Credit   24.96% Airline   14.44% Student   13.77% 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: 8 fast ways to rack up card rewards, points

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More credit card news | Credit card help | Credit card videos | Credit card statistics September 21, 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 8 creative ways to rack up credit card rewards fast If you’ve had the same card for a few years, happy to be collecting a few hundred points here and there, we have two words for you: Wake up. More...  Some credit card contracts get a fresh rewrite Some U.S. banks are rewriting credit card agreements to make them easier to understand and more reader friendly for consumers. More...  Reduce gas pump pain with retailer reward cards With consumers spending an ever-larger chunk of income on fuel, it helps to know that some grocers are helping out with gas-incentive card programs. More...  How to avoid credit card security overkill While protecting credit and money is important, going to unnecessary extremes can just end up causing you undue stress. More...  Expert credit card advice Don't spend lavishly prior to bankruptcy 'To Her Credit' expert Sally Herigstad A reader is miffed over her brother's excessive spending on vacations and purchases, even though he has filed for bankruptcy. More...  Too sick to use ticket bought with miles? 'Cashing In' expert Cathleen McCarthy If an illness is likely to keep you from using your award ticket, don't panic. Here's what to do to ensure you don't lose those miles. More...  3 money management tips for young adults 'Opening Credit' expert Erica Sandberg Creating a budget and setting aside money for the future sets up young adults for financial success. More...  Foreclosures hard to wipe off credit report 'Credit Care' expert Kim McGrigg Your name may no longer be on the home's title, but if it's still on the loan, there's going to be a black mark on your credit. More...  More credit card news Holiday shopping: Do it early and online Our blogger Julie Sherrier reports on early holiday shopping trends, including saving big online. More...  Ignoring debt can have dire consequences Blogger Connie Prater recounts a story where a mortgage wasn't paid and a 101-year-old woman ended up homeless. More...  Get matched with the right credit card CreditCards.com CARDMATCH Credit card rate report (as of 9-21-2011) National Average   14.96% Business   12.91% Low Interest   10.73% Balance Transfer   12.77% Cash Back   14.34% Reward   14.59% Bad Credit   24.96% Airline   14.44% Student   13.77% 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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