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A new survey of more than 7,600 consumers reveals that cardholders are the most satisfied with American Express credit cards, followed by Discover credit cards. The study measured customer satisfaction by examining interaction; billing and payment ... more

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While Americans ran more than $2 trillion through general purpose credit cards and $1.4 trillion through general purpose debit cards in the U.S. last year, the stage is set for a major roll-back in payment card usage this year. A recent online ... more

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Median credit card debt per U.S. household with at least one major credit card. Figures not inflation adjusted.
Source: CardTrak.com

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Sep 08 Mar 08 Sep 07
Super-Prime: 9.22% 10.16% 11.17%
Prime: 13.68% 14.55% 15.82%
Sub-Prime: 20.83% 21.24% 22.17%
Promotional: 1.89% 2.23% 2.91%
Punitive: 28.77% 29.81% 30.68%
Note: Average Rates based on FICO Credit Scores.
Super-Prime = 760-850; Prime = 660-759; Sub-Prime = 500-659.
Source: CardTrak.com

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REVIEW CARD STATEMENTS. Bold!!!

-- While rare, small transactions can show up on your credit card statement that are not yours. Promptly dispute the charge with the merchant first and if necessary call the credit card issuer. permalink

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