Account Recovery

JUNE 23, 2022

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau yesterday took its first step toward cracking down on credit card late fees, issuing an Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPR) that seeks information on how effective the $12 billion that consumers pay in late fees every year are as a deterrent and how much they add to the credit … The post CFPB (..)

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Account Recovery

MAY 19, 2022

When presented with the news that they will have to pay a surcharge when making a payment with a credit card, nearly 20% of consumers change their mind and end up using a different method of payment, according to the results of a recently released survey.

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Account Recovery

MAY 13, 2021

While the total amount of household debt continues its march upward, the amount of credit card debt had a huge decline during the first quarter of 2021, according to data released yesterday by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, and coincides with a published media report that discusses how credit card issuers are more … The post Credit Card (..)

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Account Recovery

JANUARY 25, 2022

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau may have sent another canary down the coal mine, this time on the topic of interest and fees charged by credit card issuers. In a blog post that was published last week, the CFPB noted that consumers pay about $120 billion in credit card interest and fees every year.

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Consumer Finance

MARCH 4, 2024

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) ) finalized a rule today to cut excessive credit card late fees by closing a loophole exploited by large card issuers.

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Account Recovery

JANUARY 25, 2023

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau yesterday published a request for information from consumers related to their experiences using credit cards as part of a required review of the industry. The post CFPB Launches Review of Credit Card Market appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.

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OCTOBER 1, 2021

The amount of outstanding credit card debt declined by more than $100 billion between 2019 and 2020, largely due to consumers paying down their debts, according to a report issued this week by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, which also detailed the pre- and post-chargeoff collection efforts and touted the rising usage of digital engagement (..)

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Account Recovery

JANUARY 26, 2024

One would limit how medical debt credit cards are promoted and used and the other would give consumers the chance to buy their medical debts from a provider before they are sold to someone else. A pair of bills were introduced in the Maine legislature yesterday that both tackle the topic of medical debt. Medical […]

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Account Recovery

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

“Plumes of smoke” in the form of rising delinquency rates are starting to rise through the ranks of the credit card sector, but whether that smoke will turn to fire and lead to more defaults and placements within the accounts receivable management industry is still too early to determine.

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Consumer Finance

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) today reported on the first set of results from the newly updated Terms of Credit Card Plans survey.

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Credit Corp

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Advertiser Disclosure: Credit.com has partnered with CardRatings for our coverage of credit card products. Credit.com and CardRatings may receive a commission from card issuers. It’s a simple approval process, and with at least 6 months of responsible behavior you can be considered for a credit line increase.

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Account Recovery

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

The poll also revealed that Americans are carrying about $3,000 worth of credit card debt each, on … The post Consumers Share Financial Regrets, Details about Credit Card Debt appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.

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Credit Corp

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Snapshot: The Secured Chime Credit Builder Visa® Credit Card 1 doesn’t have interest 4 or an annual fee, which makes it a great credit-building 2 option. No interest 4 You have to secure your credit limit with a deposit. No interest 4 You have to secure your credit limit with a deposit.

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Credit Corp

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Snapshot: While this card does offer some limited cash-back perks, its real purpose is as a credit-building card. If you have poor or bad credit and want a Visa you don’t need a security deposit for, this may be an option to consider.

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Credit Corp

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Have you ever wondered how miles work on credit cards and how they can benefit you? Understanding credit card miles is essential for hardworking individuals seeking to benefit from credit card rewards and improve their financial well-being. What Are Miles on Credit Cards?

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Credit Corp

APRIL 19, 2023

Many people with good credit scores own at least one credit card, with 82% of all credit card holders boasting credit scores of 680 and higher. When used responsibly, credit cards can be a great tool for building credit. Here’s a complete guide on how to build credit with a credit card.

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Credit Corp

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Not using your credit card can have negative effects, such as your issuer closing your account or accruing fraudulent charges you aren’t aware of. Decide carefully if the benefits of not using your credit card outweigh the consequences.

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Credit Corp

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Snapshot: This OpenSky Secured Visa credit card offers a way for those with poor or no credit to build credit. It has a fairly low annual fee ($35 ) and is simple to qualify for, making it an affordable way to enter into the credit card market for younger adults.

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Credit Corp

APRIL 20, 2023

Debit cards look and feel like credit cards. Discover the difference between debit and credit cards in this quick guide, including what happens if you choose to run your debit card as credit when paying for goods or services. In This Piece Can You Use Your Debit Card as a Credit Card?

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Credit Corp

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Secured credit cards are designed to help individuals improve their credit history and score. However, these cards differ from traditional unsecured cards in a few ways, and it’s important to understand all the details before you apply for a secured card. What Is a Secured Credit Card?

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Troutman Sanders

JANUARY 25, 2024

Last month, New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed into law Assembly Bill 2672 , which both prohibits sellers from charging a credit card surcharge greater than what they are charged by the credit card company and requires sellers to clearly post the price of the credit card surcharge.

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Payment Savvy

JANUARY 11, 2023

If you are one of the ten million-plus American businesses with a merchant processing credit card account, the chances are you are aware of an industry term known as interchange. Each new credit card transaction is assigned to what is known as a target interchange category. What Is a Bucket? Interchange Downgrade.

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Credit Corp

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Advertiser Disclosure: Credit.com has partnered with CardRatings for our coverage of credit card products. Credit.com and CardRatings may receive a commission from card issuers. Snapshot: This is an entry-level student credit card with great perks, especially for those who travel via Uber or order with Uber Eats regularly.

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Credit Corp

MAY 15, 2023

Credit card interest rates are a percentage of the amount a borrower owes, depending on the total amount lent, the length of the loan, and compounding frequency. Building credit with credit cards can be an excellent way to achieve financial independence, earn rewards, and make significant purchases.

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Credit Corp

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Advertiser Disclosure: Credit.com has partnered with CardRatings for our coverage of credit card products. Credit.com and CardRatings may receive a commission from card issuers. Snapshot: You can secure a small credit limit with a deposit ($200 minimum) and don’t need great credit to get approved for this card.

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Credit Corp

JUNE 12, 2023

While there’s no set number for how many credit cards you should have, having too few or too many may negatively affect your credit score by impacting your credit utilization or creating difficulties tracking your payments and balances. In This Piece How Many Credit Cards Is Too Many (or Perhaps Too Few)?

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Credit Corp

MAY 15, 2023

Experian reports the average credit card limit was $28,929.80 However, credit card limits vary widely based on factors such as credit score, age, and income. Credit card limits vary widely, making it difficult to understand how your credit card limit compares to others.

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Credit Corp

OCTOBER 6, 2023

The average household credit card debt in America is $9,654, and the states with the largest amount of credit card debt are Alaska, Hawaii, and New Jersey. Between the first quarters of 2022 and 2023, The Federal Reserve Bank of New York reported that the credit card debt in America rose by $145 billion.

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Credit Corp

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Advertiser Disclosure: Credit.com has partnered with CardRatings for our coverage of credit card products. Credit.com and CardRatings may receive a commission from card issuers. Snapshot: The Bank of America Travel Rewards® Credit Card is ideal for frequent travelers who want to earn travel rewards on their everyday purchases.

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Credit Corp

JANUARY 12, 2024

A same-day credit card is also referred to as an instant-use credit card. When credit card providers offer this option, they provide tools that make it possible for you to make charges on the card immediately once you’re approved. How Do Same-Day Credit Cards Work?

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Nerd Wallet

MARCH 16, 2023

The article Why One Credit Card Nerd (Mostly) Doesn’t Use Credit Cards originally appeared on NerdWallet. Erin El Issa writes for NerdWallet. Email: erin@nerdwallet.com.

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Nerd Wallet

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

If you’re carrying debt on a credit card that charges typical credit card interest rates, you may be paying hundreds or even thousands of dollars a year in interest. Moving that debt to a balance transfer credit card with a 0% introductory APR period could reduce your interest costs to zero.

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Credit Corp

JULY 25, 2023

Can you pay a loan with a credit card? Yes, paying a loan with a credit card is sometimes possible. If you hope to get extra travel points while reducing your monthly payments, you might wonder, “Can you pay a loan with a credit card?” In This Piece: Can I Pay a Loan with My Credit Card?

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Credit Corp

JANUARY 26, 2024

Advertiser Disclosure: Credit.com has partnered with CardRatings for our coverage of credit card products. Credit.com and CardRatings may receive a commission from card issuers. A credit card’s interest rate is obviously one of its most important factors.

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Roths Child Law

MARCH 15, 2024

Credit cards are often linked to bankruptcy, and it sometimes relates to their high interest rates. It may be that their credit card psychologically tricked them into spending more money than they wanted to. It may be that their credit card psychologically tricked them into spending more money than they wanted to.

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Credit Corp

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Advertiser Disclosure: Credit.com has partnered with CardRatings for our coverage of credit card products. Credit.com and CardRatings may receive a commission from card issuers. A secured credit card requires you to put down a security deposit in order to get it. Often, this is returned as a statement credit.

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Consumer Finance

JANUARY 31, 2023

Today, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) proposed a rule to curb excessive credit card late fees that cost American families about $12 billion each year. Major credit card issuers continue to profit off a junk fee protected by an immunity provision that allows issuers to escape scrutiny of otherwise illegal late fees.

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