Posted on August - 30 - 2010

hyperWALLET

Listen up jet-setters; hyperWALLET has got your back. You can now use your prepaid card all around the globe now the global payment solutions Company has expanded its integrated global prepaid card products to reach over 40 countries. Providing you flexible program management and customer self-service in 14 currencies and languages via online, mobile and voice response channels. Cutting beneficiary and program costs when compared to dollar-denominated prepaid cards that are issued by a U.S.

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Posted on August - 30 - 2010

Consumers paying more to file for bankruptcy


Bankruptcy fees have increased since changes to bankruptcy legislation took place in 2005

Most Americans who file for bankruptcy protection do so as a last resort because they do not have the funds to meet their financial obligations. Ironically, those seeking this form of debt relief will see the cost of filing increase, as evidenced by a new study.

The American Bankruptcy Institute Law Review has released information revealing that the Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005 has made filing a more tedious and expensive process. Read more…

Posted on August - 28 - 2010

Credit Card Info worth Knowing

With the financial uncertainty going on around us, most especially the news that over a million Americans have low credit scores being the latest, it is best that we keep our credit line and finances safe from harm. And because credit cards are an extension of those things, you need to be really careful and responsible in using them so you won’t fall into any financial trouble.

But there might be a few things about credit cards that you do not know (usually found in the fine pint of the contract) and it could be for your best interests to know about them. H

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Posted on August - 26 - 2010

Credit Card That Doesn’t Allow You To Exceed Your Credit Limit?

Here’s an all-too common scenario. Consumer gets credit card. Consumer doesn’t properly monitor spending with credit card. Consumer falls into debt and trashes credit rating. Many people who have been through this process have sworn never to repeat their mistakes. And some are taking near-Draconian measures in the name of preserving their creditworthiness.

This segment of the marketplace is being courted by MasterCard’s inControl program. MasterCard is partnering with Citigroup to offer a credit card which enables users to stop themselves from getting into debt before they can actually do so.

The inControl program has been around since 2007, but has been used primarily with corporate cards and accounts. Howev

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Posted on August - 23 - 2010

Tougher punishment for late payers

Credit card borrowers who miss a monthly repayment are facing increasingly harsh penalties.

Borrowers are being lured into 0% deals on credit cards, with some lenders offering no interest for 16 months.

But if borrowers miss one payment by a few days they may forfeit the entire 0% deal and see their credit limit drastically reduced, experts warn.

While this has always been a common practice, evidence suggests banks are getting tougher.

Credit card providers already charge a £12 penalty fee for late payments.

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Posted on August - 23 - 2010

Pottery Barn Credit Card Reviews – Best Option or Not?

Q: When checking out today at their store I was asked if I wanted to fill out a Pottery Barn credit card application. I don’t like feeling pressured, so I took the pamphlet home with me. It looks like it has good rewards! Would you recommend this credit card?

A: Pottery Barn is an excellent store to pick up home furnishings. W

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