This week's top story: Tax surprise follows canceled debt

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More credit card news | Credit card help | Credit card videos | Credit card statistics January 31, 2013 Keep CreditCards.com news coming! Add newsletter@creditcards.com to your address book now.   The latest news and advice from CreditCards.com.   Top credit card stories 1099-C surprise: IRS tax follows canceled debt If you thought your money woes ended last year when you settled that credit card debt, think again. For many consumers with debt problems, after the debt collector leaves their lives, the taxman arrives. More...  Love me, love my debt? No way, poll says Attitudes regarding debt loom large over any relationship, especially for women, who find heavy debt a huge turnoff, says a CreditCards.com survey. More...  Why traditional credit scores are becoming obsolete A growing number of credit card issuers are quietly testing new, more comprehensive ways to evaluate your creditworthiness. More...  6 bad ways to pay off credit card debt While making good on your resolution to pay down your debt is a terrific goal, think twice before resorting to these six sketchy debt pay-off plans. More...  Expert credit card advice One loan, multiple marks on credit report 'To Her Credit' expert Sally Herigstad If a delinquent debt is finally settled, can you get the multiple collectors' notations on your credit report removed? More...  Mom defaults on card shared with daughter 'Opening Credits' expert Erica Sandberg A mom tried to do the right thing by adding her daughter to her card, but then Mom defaulted, impacting her daughter's credit. More...  Risks of sharing plastic with a business partner 'Your Business Credit' expert Elaine Pofeldt Hitching your credit to your business partner's can damage your personal score in several different ways. More...  Which cards can you churn for multiple bonuses? 'Cashing In' expert Cathleen McCarthy Canceling and signing up for cards again for more bonus rewards is called "churning." Some banks make it easier than others. More...  'Taking Charge' blogs and videos Withdraw $1 from an ATM (and pay $4 fee) Chase and PNC upgrade ATMs to dispense cash in $5 and $1 bills and even coins with their new "Self Service Tellers." More...  Why phantom card surcharges make sense to retailers On Jan. 27, merchants won a battle with issuers to charge you more for using plastic, but it's more of a bargaining chip against the banks. More...  Get matched with the right credit card CreditCards.com CARDMATCH Credit card rate report (as of 1-31-2013) National Average   14.95% Business   13.13% Low Interest   10.29% Balance Transfer   12.59% Cash Back   14.17% Reward   14.75% Bad Credit   23.64% Airline   14.63% Student   13.31% 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 © 2013 CreditCards.com All rights reserved.

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This week's top story: 5 credit lessons to teach your daughters

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More credit card news | Credit card help | Credit card videos | Credit card statistics January 24, 2013 Keep CreditCards.com news coming! Add newsletter@creditcards.com to your address book now.   The latest news and advice from CreditCards.com.   Top credit card stories 5 credit lessons to teach your daughters Homeschooling about credit is especially important for daughters, because women with low levels of financial literacy do worse with credit than their male counterparts. Here are five lessons to teach your daughters before they leave home. More...  Investment cards: Spend today, rewards tomorrow Need one more excuse to shop? How about this: It can help you retire earlier or save for your kids' college expenses. More...  Facing off with former NHL's Derek Sanderson Former fallen-from-grace NHL superstar Derek Sanderson talks about his newfound mission helping fellow athletes manage their wealth. More...  Infographic: Buying via mobile hits critical mass Mobile payments made some headway toward the mainstream in 2012, according to research from IDC Financial Insights. More...  Expert credit card advice How to create a quick credit history for lenders 'To Her Credit' expert Sally Herigstad With down payment in hand for her first home but no credit history, a young woman faces repeated rejections from lenders. More...  Emancipated minor looking to build credit 'Opening Credits' expert Erica Sandberg How does a recently emancipated soon-to-be 17-year-old go about building his credit without parental consent? More...  How to find the best business card 'Your Business Credit' expert Elaine Pofeldt Your bank may woo you, but shop around: You may improve your credit limit and rewards, lower your fees and rates elsewhere. More...  Delta's elite rewards system is changing 'Cashing In' expert Cathleen McCarthy The airline adds big spending, mileage requirements to achieve elite status in 2014, but Delta AmEx holders have an advantage. More...  'Taking Charge' blogs and videos Withdraw $1 from an ATM (and pay $4 fee) Chase and PNC upgrade ATMs to dispense cash in $5 and $1 bills and even coins with their new "Self Service Tellers." More...  When in Rome, bring cash The view of Michelangelo's ceiling masterpiece is priceless; but for now, you can leave your MasterCard at home -- and your Visa, AmEx and so forth. More...  Get matched with the right credit card CreditCards.com CARDMATCH Credit card rate report (as of 1-24-2013) National Average   14.95% Business   13.13% Low Interest   10.29% Balance Transfer   12.59% Cash Back   14.17% Reward   14.75% Bad Credit   23.64% Airline   14.63% Student   13.31% 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 © 2012 CreditCards.com All rights reserved.

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