Top story: Survey: 5 in 6 Americans impulse shop

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Weekly newsletter: January 28, 2016  More credit card news  Credit card help  Credit card videos  Credit card statistics Top credit card news Expert advice Survey: 5 in 6 Americans admit to impulse buys More than half of consumers said they've spent $100 or more on an impulse buy, and a good portion say they've spent more than $1,000 impulsively. More... 2016: Year of gas station skimmer Smaller, more sophisticated skimming devices and greater security elsewhere, thanks to EMV technology, make fuel pumps a popular target. More... Confusion high over credit card late fees Despite new protections, 1 in 5 consumers gets hit with a late fee. Here's the fine print you need to to know to avoid them. More... 'Credit Wise' by Kevin Weeks Get through unemployment without borrowing Loans aren't your only option for staying afloat while job hunting. More... 'To Her Credit' by Sally Herigstad Card owner's dementia, death make it hard to prove theft The neighbor of a man with dementia stole his card. After his death, it's hard to distinguish theft from generosity.  More... 'Opening Credits' by Erica Sandberg Use caution when adding a friend as an authorized user No matter what your repayment plan is, you are responsible for any debt. More... Taking charge blog Rate Report 'Goodwill adjustment' preserved my credit score A "goodwill adjustment" is when creditors either don't send or retract a delinquent notice to reporting agencies. But is it just a myth? Blogger Craig Guillot decided to try his luck and find out. More... Bad credit? Subprime cards aren't your only option Subprime cards are designed specifically for those with bad credit. However, these cards include some unpleasant surprises, such as high fees. But what other choice do you have? More... Credit card rate report As of 1/28/2016 National Average 15.12% Low Interest 11.87% Balance transfer 14.30% Business 13.11% Student 13.42% Cash Back 15.23% Reward 15.25% Airline 15.16% Bad Credit 22.88% Instant Approval 18.18% 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.

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Top story: Best, worst states for money management

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Weekly newsletter: January 21, 2016  More credit card news  Credit card help  Credit card videos  Credit card statistics Top credit card news Expert advice Best, worst states for money management How does your state compare? Check out our state-by-state look at how well consumers manage their money, based on their average credit scores and household incomes. More... Got holiday debt? Compare balance transfer, personal loan If you overindulged in debt over the holidays, compare a personal loan and credit card balance transfer -- either can lighten up your personal balance sheet. More... Online search for quick cash can open the door to fraud If you're searching for quick cash, beware: Some sites sell your information to unethical players looking for their next victim. More... 'Credit Wise' by Kevin Weeks Put big annual vacation on a new 0-percent card If you have good credit and self-discipline, get a new card to fund your vacation. More... 'Cashing In' by Tony Mecia Why do people pay high annual fees on credit cards? Paying a high fee on a credit card might seem crazy, but some people find value even in those top-tier cards.  More... 'Opening Credits' by Erica Sandberg Stop debt collector's harassing phone calls There are laws to protect people from debt collection harassment and abuse. More... Taking charge blog Rate Report Job, financial growth prospects rosy for college grads Many college grads are overwhelmed with student loans, but not all are flipping burgers or making lattes, according to a new report. More... Charity donations made in cash more meaningful According to a new study, those who give to charity with cash tend to feel more warmly toward the organization and are more likely to give again. More... Credit card rate report As of 1/21/2016 National Average 15.12% Low Interest 11.87% Balance transfer 14.30% Business 13.11% Student 13.42% Cash Back 15.23% Reward 15.25% Airline 15.16% Bad Credit 22.88% Instant Approval 18.18% 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.

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