So you were too busy trying on the fluffy robe and raiding the minibar to keep track of your hotel credit card receipt. And a few weeks later, you got slammed with a whole bunch of bogus charges. That’s exactly what happened to hundreds of hotel goers in Texas, where a ring of thieves was [...]
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Posted April 1, 2012 by Hanna Silver under Global Finance
Credit card fraud is a problem that affects one in 10 Americans and costs us all in the long run. Even though, under federal law, you’re only accountable for up to $50 of fraudulent charges, that still means that the credit card companies are on the hook for millions. So, it’s in their interest to [...]
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Posted January 17, 2012 by Hanna Silver under Global Finance
A recent report from TransUnion revealed that the rate of credit card delinquencies on a national level hit a new record low in the second quarter (Q2) of 2011. In Q2 2011, the delinquency rate – credit card users who are 90 or more days past due – dropped to the lowest level in 17 [...]
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Posted August 26, 2011 by Hanna Silver under Global Finance
For those looking to make some quick cash check out the Citi ThankYou Preferred Card–doing so this summer can earn you $200 in gift cards in addition to other perks. Between now and August those that open a Citi ThankYou Preferred Card can earn $200 in gift cards and a 0% APR for 15 months [...]
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Posted July 27, 2011 by Admin under Financial News
With so many different types of credit cards available, it can be easy to get overwhelmed with the choice. Understanding the differences between cards can help you find the perfect match for your circumstances. There are around ten main types of credit cards available and companies are always looking for new types of cards. The [...]
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Posted June 1, 2011 by Hanna Silver under Financial News
As Sony ramps up operations to restore the PlayStation Network and Qriocity services, the tech company insists that there is no sign that customers’ credit card information was stolen. Sony (NYSE: SNE) reaffirms the lack of proof that credit card information of its customers were stolen by hackers who infiltrated the company’s servers, according to [...]
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Posted May 16, 2011 by Admin under Financial News
American Express has claimed an impressive five out of 11 prizes in this year’s uSwitch Credit Card Customer Satisfaction Awards. The firm, which slipped from top spot last year, has reclaimed its crown with 92 per cent of its customers happy with its overall service. Jose Vazquez-Mendez, VP Customer Service UK, American Express, remarked: “Customer [...]
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Posted January 27, 2011 by John Wane under Financial News
Credit cards are a necessary evil in the modern world. You need cards to book a flight, make reservations, pay bills, and to build credit. On the flip side, they can also devastate your credit rating if you are not careful. Luckily, all you need to do to avoid problems is follow a few simple [...]
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Posted October 12, 2010 by Admin under Financial Guru