Syncing with American Express, Twitter and Facebook
Amex and its Sync app brings new ways to save, courtesy of social networking sites like Twitter and Facebook. The post Syncing with American Express, Twitter and Facebook first appeared on...
View ArticleA Mission Statement for Your Finances? Absolutely!
A mission statement for your personal finances? Of course - and include the kids. It's never too early to begin educating them. The post A Mission Statement for Your Finances? Absolutely! first...
View ArticleCyber Attacks Continue on Financial Sector
Wells Fargo and American Express both experienced denial of service attacks last week. Will this week be better? The post Cyber Attacks Continue on Financial Sector first appeared on CreditCardsLab Blog.
View ArticleMasterCard Contests, Offers
MasterCard is always raising the bar with its credit card offers and awesome sweepstakes and contests. The post MasterCard Contests, Offers first appeared on CreditCardsLab Blog.
View ArticleCFPB: Seniors Vulnerable in Financial Matters
According to CFPB, fraudsters are targeting seniors more often as they commit credit card fraud and other financial scams, according to its new report. Senior Designations for Financial Advisors:...
View ArticleForeclosures and Credit Reports
4 million Americans faced foreclosures that never should have happened and now, they're realizing just how hard it is to remove them from their credit reports. The post Foreclosures and Credit Reports...
View ArticleTroubled Airlines, Furloughs and Travel Rewards Credit Cards
Think you can't get impressive travel rewards from your credit card? They're out there - you just have to know where to look. The post Troubled Airlines, Furloughs and Travel Rewards Credit Cards first...
View ArticleIs Brown-Vitter Bill Good for Consumers or Banks?
The nation's banks are working hard to keep the next round of financial laws from getting through Congress. Brown Vitter isn't Dodd Frank, but it's just as good. The post Is Brown-Vitter Bill Good for...
View ArticleWant to Buy Pot or Guns? Don’t Rely on Your Credit Card
Should financial institutions, including banks and credit card companies, prevent consumers from making legal purchases, just because they don't agree with the laws? The post Want to Buy Pot or Guns?...
View ArticleAnother Kick for the Unbanked
The under- and unbanked consumers have another problem to worry about: remaining in compliance with new healthcare laws. Insurance companies often require credit cards and bank accounts. Are prepaid...
View ArticleWill Your Citi AAdvantage Program Be Good Tomorrow?
Will all of those frequent flier miles be good when you're ready for your vacation? Most likely they will, but if you're tired of the uncertainties with the airline bankruptcy, here are some other...
View ArticleJustin Bieber Prepaid Debit – Fail
Would you take financial advice from a kid who's not even old enough to own a credit card? If you're a "belieber", you might. SpendSmart is hoping the nation is full of Justin Bieber fans. Fortunately...
View ArticleDiscover It or Citi Simplicity?
Which is better: the Discover It or Citi Simplicity? Here we review both credit card offers. The post Discover It or Citi Simplicity? first appeared on CreditCardsLab Blog.
View ArticlePayday Loans and Continuing Controversy
Will payday loan companies always be seen as the black sheep in the financial family of products? It could be sooner rather than later as banks continue to toe their way in. The post Payday Loans and...
View ArticleIs CFPB Facing Massive Changes?
CFPB is facing heat again for simply doing its job. Republicans continue to undermine the agency and Director Cordray's efforts. The post Is CFPB Facing Massive Changes? first appeared on...
View ArticleExpert Global Solutions Debt Collectors Fined $3.2 Million
The FTC just levied a fine totaling more than $3 million against Expert Global Solutions Debt Collectors. The post Expert Global Solutions Debt Collectors Fined .2 Million first appeared on...
View ArticleHealthy Sex Drive Optional, Strong Credit Scores Mandatory
What's more important to you: a healthy sex drive or credit score compatibility? For many young consumers, it's less about sex and more about the ability to buy a house. The post Healthy Sex Drive...
View ArticleAmerican Express is too Social?
American Express is social network-savvy, but that's nothing compared to the huge announcement made by the credit card giant and one of the nation's largest banks. The post American Express is too...
View ArticleAre You Making These Credit Card Mistakes?
Are you paying more in interest than you have to? Maybe you're unsure of what your options are in terms of your credit card rights? Here's all you need to know. The post Are You Making These Credit...
View ArticlePersonal Finance, Retirement and Living Wills
Discussing your will with loved ones can be difficult; however, those discussions are important as credit card debt and other creditors need to be addressed along with your final wishes. The post...
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