This week's top story: 'Rapid rescore' fixes flawed credit reports

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More credit card news | Credit card help | Credit card videos | Credit card statistics July 5, 2012 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 'Rapid rescore' fixes flawed credit reports A few credit score points can mean the difference between a good mortgage rate, a lousy one or getting a loan at all. But take heart: If errors are dragging down your score, you can get them fixed, just in time for your much-anticipated closing. More...  The debilitating descent of drug-related debt Substance abuse results in more than health and relationship wreckage: Financial disaster often follows, often leading to financial ruin. More...  8 ways to keep cards safe when traveling Travel season is theft season. How do you guard your cards from Australian spielers, Brazilian ladrãos or plain ol' American crooks? More...  IRS to hospitals: Go easy on debtors Low-income consumers behind on medical bills will be spared the worst collection tactics under IRS rules that grew out of the health care law. More...  Expert credit card advice Don't use IRA funds to pay off mortgage 'To Her Credit' expert Sally Herigstad Paying off a mortgage when you retire, even if you have to use retirement funds to do so, sounds appealing. But is it wise? More...  Late start on credit won't stop mortgage 'Opening Credits' expert Erica Sandberg At 39, with just one credit card, a reader wants to boost her score to qualify for a future mortgage. What are her options?. More...  If layoff looms, don't touch your 401(k) 'New Frugal You' expert Gary Foreman With your head on the chopping block at work, that retirement nest egg may be tempting, but you're sure to regret it later. More...  Aisle, window seats trigger new airline fee 'Cashing in' expert Cathleen McCarthy The skies may be friendly, but families in flight are angered by extra fees they may have to pay in order to sit next to their kids. More...  More credit card news, blogs Small business returning to bank loans Small-business owners seeking funding now see bank loans as their first option, not business credit cards. More...  Merging money hardest part of marriage Marriage means merging lives and the tricky act of merging finances. If only Cupid were a CPA. More...  Get matched with the right credit card CreditCards.com CARDMATCH Credit card rate report (as of 7-5-2012) National Average   14.91% Business   12.67% Low Interest   10.40% Balance Transfer   12.46% Cash Back   14.24% 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 © 2011 CreditCards.com All rights reserved.

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This week's top story: True debt collection horror tales

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More credit card news | Credit card help | Credit card videos | Credit card statistics June 28, 2012 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 True debt collection horror tales Even a polite call from a debt collector could ruin your day -- but imagine if a collector called you names, swore at you, stalked you on Facebook or even threatened to kill your dog. More...  U.S. traveler's 2012 guide to chip-and-PIN cards Traveling overseas may cause a hassle for you and your wallet if you don't have an EMV smart card instead of the traditional magnetic stripe card. More...  How not to get rejected for your next credit card Rejected for a new credit card? Take these steps to make sure that the next time you apply for new plastic, your chances for approval are high. More...  Infographic: Consumers shed plastic and debt American families have been ditching their credit cards -- and their debt -- since the recession began, according to a Fed survey. More...  Expert credit card advice Offsetting the impact of a canceled card 'To Her Credit' expert Sally Herigstad When an issuer surprises you by canceling your card, what steps do you have to take to make sure your credit score won't suffer? More...  Should rehabbing student loans require a fee? 'Opening Credits' expert Erica Sandberg Student loan in collections? If you want to start paying again, beware of collectors who want to charge you an upfront fee. More...  Ex-husband's debt drags down her credit 'Credit Care' expert Tanisha Warner The relationship is over, but not the consequences of letting him be an authorized user on your account. What are your choices? More...  Can you transfer miles between cards? 'Cashing In' expert Cathleen McCarthy Some card companies allow you to transfer accrued airline miles from one card to another for bonus miles. Does yours? More...  Credit card blogs Grab those teachable money moments with kids When blogger Connie Prater turned down an offer for a retail card when shopping with her teenager, her daughter asked her why. More...  Emily's list: Summer travel edition In this week's roundup of her favorite personal finance blog posts, Emily Crone features posts about saving money on summer travel. More...  Get matched with the right credit card CreditCards.com CARDMATCH Credit card rate report (as of 6-28-2012) National Average   14.92% Business   12.67% Low Interest   10.40% Balance Transfer   12.46% Cash Back   14.24% Reward   14.71% Bad Credit   23.64% Airline   14.63% Student   13.77% 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 © 2011 CreditCards.com All rights reserved.

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