Should credit card customers ask for a rate cut?
Archive for October, 2008
Should credit card customers ask for a rate cut?
By admin | October 8th, 2008 | FeaturedMany credit card customers already know how quickly interest charges on their credit card debt can add up, and for many this means struggling to maintain repayments on their debts, which seem to never clear because of increased interest payments that keep getting added on. Over the past couple of years many credit card firms [...]
Enjoy increased protection when you make purchases on your credit card
By admin | October 7th, 2008 | Credit CardsAccording to industry officials consumers that use their credit cards to make purchases online can enjoy greater protection than those that make purchases with their debit cards as a result of the Consumer Credit Act 1974. This applies to a range of purchases including the purchase of tickets. Many people purchase tickets online and become [...]
Avoid black marks on your credit file
By admin | October 6th, 2008 | FeaturedThese days getting any form of credit has become more and more difficult, and those with black marks on their credit profiles are likely to suffer more than most when it comes to getting any sort of finance. The number of rejections for finance over recent months has surged as a result of tighter credit [...]
OFT wants consumers to be more mindful about comparing credit cards
By admin | October 3rd, 2008 | FeaturedAt aw time when global credit conditions have left many households in the UK suffering severe financial strains it has become increasingly important for consumers to try and keep their monthly outgoings down as much as possible, and this includes the cost of borrowing. However, there are concerns that over recent months many consumers have [...]
Officials warn consumers about 0% balance transfer cards
By admin | October 2nd, 2008 | Balance Transfers, Credit CardsOver recent months officials have been warning consumers about the problems that have become associated with 0% balance transfer credit cards, which have become very popular over recent years. Many people use 0% balance transfer cards to transfer balances from existing high interest cards, enabling them to them repay the combined balance over a period [...]
Prepaid credit cards proving popular amongst holidaymakers
By admin | October 1st, 2008 | Credit CardsOver recent years an increasing number of people have turned to prepaid credit cards, where the card is pre-loaded with cash in the same way as a mobile phone. There are a number of reasons why people are turning to these cards, and amongst the reasons cited are increased security and safety whilst on holiday [...]
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