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Managing Credit Cards to Raise Your Credit Score
18 July 2005 "Two years ago I had terrible credit, and you were kind enough to steer me to a credit card company that would give me a card. Now I have three cards, and my credit has improved some, but not enough?how do I manage my cards to earn the highest possible credit ... more...

Raise Credit Score by Paying Delinquencies?
December 21, 1998, Revised November 19, 2004 Many borrowers reason that since delinquencies reduced their credit score, paying off the delinquencies should raise it. When this doesn't happen, they wonder why. "My mortgage broker said that my credit score was ... more...

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Credit Report
Credit Report A report documenting the credit history and current status of a borrower's credit standing, detailing a borrowers credit history including payment history on revolving accounts (eg. credit cards) and installment ... more...

Prime Rate
Prime Rate In North American banking, the prime rate is the interest rate a banks charge to their best or "prime" customers. Each bank will quote a prime lending rate. Many institutions quote prime rates established by large money center commercial banks such as ... more...

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Applying for Credit Cards Online
In the olden days, about 10 years ago, before the internet, consumers would have to fill in applications for credit cards, loans, mortgages and so on by hand. Its hard to believe now, but this lengthy process was the norm, with requests for extra documentation and references going backwards and ... more...

Pros and Cons of Credit Cards
Credit cards are very convenient. Theres no need to carry any cash; you can just take a credit card with you to the shop and charge for your shopping.When you shop on the Internet or over the phone, its the only good way to make purchases online. This is more convenient than posting a cheque for ... more...

Student Credit Cards 101
If youre a college student, you probably already have a credit card. If not, you may have plans to get one or more soon. So why should you read on?Because financial debt is one of the main reasons that many students end up dropping out of college.Because your college years can be some of your most ... more...

How to Choose the Right College Credit Card for You
Credit cards are a huge industry. Everybody who can get one or two or 10, uses them because they are a great convenience. But there are so many credit cards being offered to students these days that it might seem nearly impossible to choose the right college credit card for you. But it is very ... more...

Is There Such A Thing As A Free Credit Card?
A lot of people have been wondering how they could score a free credit card. They have been searching the World Wide Web for resources that would point them to free credit cards of any variety.This interest in those things that many have labeled as plastic money should not come as a surprise. ... more...

Credit Card Is Adding The Silver Lining To Your Pocket
In the new millennium plastic money or credit cards has rendered a new zing factor to your pocket. This has not only made you economically more flexible but subsequently added glamour to your financial image as well. No more bulging out hip pockets with excess of liquid cash. Instead, the slimmer ... more...

Reward Credit Cards: Get the Best Rewards Card Incentive Program
A good credit reward card can contribute to your retirement account, offer gas rebates, score theme-park or vacation tickets or take thousands off the price of your next auto purchase. Rewards at hotels, airlines, and retailers bring more to the possibilities but, adds to the confusion. Here are ... more...

Winning The Credit-Card & Bills Game
Some banks are eliminating the standard 25 or 30-day grace period within which you may pay your bill within being charged interest. This is the normal grace period before interest kicks in. But this is slowly changing. For example, some banks are offering extremely low fixed rates, but without a ... more...

Making Money with Credit Cards Instead of Spending Money
Is it possible to actually make money with credit cards instead of just using them to spend money? Well, of course for the large credit card companies and banks. But how about for the average person? Is it really possible for the average person to make money in the credit card industry?The ... more...

Balance Transfer Credit Card - Debt Consolidation
Balance transfer credit cards can provide an excellent option for debt consolidation. Many Americans are currently in debt and struggling for a way out. Some choose to use a home equity loan to help get themselves out of debt, but not everyone has a home with built up equity to use for this ... more...

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