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• Is Someone Finally Going to Put Credit Card Companies In Their Place
  

  Changes to Regulation Z May Take the Credit Card World By Storm

  I've said it once and I'll say it again -- someone's got to do something about the way the credit card industry currently works. It looks like upcoming changes to Regulation Z may do just that. But what is Regulation Z and how is it going to put a stop to harmful credit card practices? Read on...

• When Your Credit Card Debt is More Than You Can Handle
  

  A Light at the End of the Credit Card Debt Tunnel

  If you're way in over your head when it comes to credit card debt, it may seem like your future is bleak (if you see a future at all). No one can understand the despair of choking on the debt of credit cards unless you've been there yourself. When you're in the middle of the muddied waters, finding a way out may seem impossible. If this sounds like you, there are indeed solutions to your credit card woes. Here are some you might not have considered.

• How Exactly Does That Credit Card In Your Wallet Work?
  

  A Deeper Look Into What Makes Your Credit Card Tick

  Most of us take it for granted... We want something, we whip out our credit card and -- abracadabra -- the transaction is magically processed by the credit card fairies and the item is ours. However, in real life there aren't credit card fairies magically transporting your credit card information back and forth. In real life, the process is a bit more complex. Wondering just how complex? Read on!
  

• What You Need To Know About The Credit Card Safety Star Act of 2007
  

  What Does the Credit Card Safety Star Act Mean To You?

  There's much hullabaloo about the Credit Card Safety Act of 2007. But what do stars and safety have to do with your credit card debt? Believe it or not, someone might start holding the credit card companies accountable for their actions and the Credit Card Safety Star Act of 2007 is one of the ways that's going to happen. If you want to know what this Act is and what it means to you, we've got the answers...

• Do You Really Understand The Make-Up Of Your Credit Cards?
  

  Credit Cards: Anatomy 101

  We look at our credit cards every day -- the 16 digit code, the 3-digit security code on the back, the magnetic stripe. But do we really know what makes our credit cards what they are? How do they work? Why are there 16 digits instead of 12? Here's a lesson in credit card anatomy...

• The Best Gifts To Give To Those With Credit Problems
  

  Some Gifts Can Help Alleviate Credit Problems

  If you ask a person with credit problems what they would like most, they'd probably say a ready and willing co-signer. Unfortunately, co-signing for someone's credit can put your own credit rating at risk, and no one wants that. There are, however, gifts that you can give that will help the ones you care about rebuild their credit histories. Here are some tips for this holiday season.

• Watch Your Credit Card Spending This Holiday Season
  

  How To Keep an Eye On Your Credit Card Spending

  Holiday shopping season is in full swing, and so is credit card spending. Millions of consumers are whipping their credit cards out at the register and millions are getting in debt. Want to make sure you keep your credit card spending under control this holiday season? Here are some helpful tips.

• Why a Secured Business Credit Card May Be The Answer to Your Budget Woes
  

  Does Your Business Need a Secured Business Credit Card?

  If you've been trying to get a credit card for your business but keep getting turned down, you might be happy to know that a secured business credit card can be the answer. There are numerous reasons to have a credit card in your business's name and a secured business credit card may be the way to do it. Here are the reasons why...

• Do You Use Electronic Credit Card Statements?
  

  Credit Card Statements: Paper vs. Electronic

  If your credit card company has notified you about your option to receive your credit card statements electronically, you might be wondering if it's a good idea. There are advantages and disadvantages to both, and if you're interested in switching to electronic there are some things you need to know.

• What Type of Credit Card Consumer Are You?
  

  What Your Credit Card Habits Say About You

  When it comes to credit cards, I’ve notice three distinct groups of credit card consumers. Wondering what they are and where you fit in? Here's the scoop...

• How Often Do You Use Your Credit Cards?
  

  Limiting Use of Your Credit Cards

  Perhaps you’ve made a commitment to curb your spending habits and stop using your credit cards needlessly. That’s a pretty serious commitment, but without proper planning, it might not be a reality. Below are some helpful tips that will help you reach your financial goals and limit your credit card usage.

• What All Credit Card Holders Should Know About Credit Limits
  

  Credit Limits Explained

  It’s common practice nowadays for credit card companies to increase their customers' credit limits without even letting them know or getting their “approval” first. One day you’ll have a $2,000 credit limit, and the next time you look at your monthly credit card statement you’ll notice your credit limit has been increased to $2,800. Before you think of an increased credit limit as a license to spend, there are some things you need to know.

• Know Where to Shop
  

  Money Management Skills and Credit Cards

  The truth is that many American families have some level of credit card debt and most have too much of it. The American lifestyle has changed a lot in the last fifty years. Women entered the workforce in record numbers beginning in the 1960s, and our busy lifestyles have caused an increase in consumerism. We now need more goods and services than ever before, and along with an increase in spending, often comes an increase in credit card debt.

• The “A's” of Credit Card Terminology
  

  Terms Every Credit Card User Should Know

  If you’ve ever applied for a credit card, you're familiar with the fact that credit card companies use a plethora of confusing credit card terms. Before you apply for another credit card, you need to know exactly what those terms mean. Read our credit card glossary below to get the 4-1-1 on popular credit card terminology.

• Are Personal Loans A Good Way to Pay Off Credit Cards?
  

  What You Need to Know About Credit Cards and Personal Loans

  Consumers who have significant amounts of credit card debt sometimes get frustrated, and that’s understandable. When faced with a mountain of bills, it’s easy to get upset. Most consumers who have credit card debt are willing to try anything to get out of it – including personal loans. However, there are a few things to consider before taking that road.