Recent Money Blog | Credit PostsInterest Ratesby Debbie Vasen14 May 2008 09:41 AMI have been overhearing some concerning conversations out there - people who are waiting for the interest rates to keep falling. Let us address this misconception about interest rates with a little background. The Fed cuts interest rates by two main factors. How to Cancel a Credit Cardby Debbie Vasen30 Mar 2008 09:01 PMIf you read my blog entry yesterday, you may be deciding which credit cards you would like to cancel. I thought it might help to offer up a few tips on how to cancel a credit card. First, there is no wrong way to cancel a credit card account. Divorce and Creditby Debbie Vasen24 Mar 2008 09:02 PMA divorce can affect your credit in many ways. Whether you are divorced, planning to get divorced, or want to protect yourself "just in case," there a few things to consider. Credit History and Marriageby Debbie Vasen20 Mar 2008 08:13 PMOften when two come together in matrimony, the question of money and credit will arise. While a husband and wife may love each other, they may not be a match with their credit scores. Equal Credit Opportunity Actby Debbie Vasen19 Mar 2008 08:58 PMWhat is the Equal Credit Opportunity Act you may ask? Well, Congress passed the Equal Credit Opportunity Act in 1974. It initially developed to protect the rights of women to receive credit. Advice on Letters for Credit Disputesby Debbie Vasen18 Mar 2008 12:58 PMWhen you have a charge on your statement that is incorrect, it is important to document your interactions. Often this documentation is in the form of a letter to either a merchant or your credit card company. It is important that this letter follow some basic rules for your protection. What to do if you Have a Mistake on your Credit Card Statementby Debbie Vasen17 Mar 2008 10:13 AMIdeally, you are checking your credit card statement each month to verify all charges. What should you do if you find a mistake? The following are the critical steps. Pre-approval Offersby Debbie Vasen16 Mar 2008 09:50 AMAre you getting pre-approval credit offers in the mail? Try not to let them tempt you! The best thing to do with these is shred them quickly and toss them in the recycling bin. Beware of Credit Card Blockingby Debbie Vasen14 Mar 2008 09:16 PMIf you travel frequently, you no doubt have had a run in with a credit card block. Blocking a portion of your available credit is a legal practice used by hotels and rental car companies. They put a hold on anticipated costs that you may incur while staying in a hotel or using a rental car. How I Use My Credit Cards to Earn $200+ Each Yearby Courtney Mroch26 Feb 2008 02:31 PMYesterday I wrote about how I changed my thinking about credit cards and changed my debt status. But in finding spending harmony I didn't shun credit cards altogether like many financial advisors tout. (Having too many credit cards was never my problem, though. Recent Blog Comments |
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