Posted on December 22nd, 2008 in News | No Comments »
Credit Ccards represent a fundamental aspect of today’s economy, and as such, they come with all the risks and rewards of a digital age. People are able to shop online, make purchases over the phone, and buy items that are normally too expensive and pay them off later, and even build their credit. Credit cards have revolutionized the way consumers behave, and have made numerous tasks incredibly easy — too easy, possibly. Read the rest of this entry »
There are indications that paying credit card bills late could have severe repercussions for consumers this new year.
That’s because late fees on credit cards have become astronomical. If, for instance, you fail to pay your January credit card bill on time, you could be hit with a $39 late fee. Read the rest of this entry »
Financial experts are recommending that consumers do all they can to protect themselves against identity theft.
If, unfortunately, you do become a victim, there are ways that you can lessen your financial pain.
A poll conducted by Javelin Strategy and Research indicated that victims who discover the theft on their own tend to straighten out the situation much more quickly than those who don’t find out about the theft until their bank or a collection agency tells them about it. Those who discovered on their own that they were victims of identity theft tended to clear their names about 65 days after the fraud began, while those who found out the hard way had to wait about 104 days before the mess was straightened out. Read the rest of this entry »