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High Octane Card February, 29, 2000

With gas prices predicted to rise to as much as $2.50 per gallon in the U.S. there is a way to lower the pump price. Priceline.com announced last week it is launching a Priceline for Gasoline card whereby consumers will be able to name their own price for up ... more

How Do You Score? February, 28, 2000

The most critical factor used for consumer lending has always been considered a secret. But not anymore . . . thanks to E-LOAN. Starting this week, consumers who set up their customized My E-LOAN account can instantly receive their FICO® credit score. more

Lawsuit Gets Class February, 28, 2000

VISA and MasterCard could face billions of dollars in damages if retailers win a lawsuit over accepting VISA and MasterCard-branded debit cards. The escalating liabilities are possible following a federal judge's decision last week to certify the retailer's ... more

Fraud Dip February, 24, 2000

The war on credit card fraud is being won. VISA U.S.A. reported this week that overall card fraud losses have dropped to an all-time low of six cents per $100 of total transaction volume. more

Fighting ID Theft February, 22, 2000

Consumers targeted by identity thieves usually do not know that they have been victims until the hijackers fail to pay the bills or repay the loans, and collection agencies begin dunning the consumers for payment of accounts they didn't even know they had. ... more

VISA in the Pits February, 17, 2000

VISA is getting ready to peel-out with a new NASCAR promotion for 2000. The flag will drop on May 1. During this year's VISA-NASCAR promotion period, motorsports fans will be automatically entered to win one of seven NASCAR prizes each time they use their ... more

The Rate Dance February, 15, 2000

Since the first of the year some issuers have stepped up rates while others have stepped down rates. It's the same ole rate dance, just new players. This month Chase Manhattan stepped into the ring with a new Prime Rate card. more

SkyMiles for E*Trade February, 14, 2000

It's nothing but blue sky for Delta SkyMiles cardholders. Delta Air Lines and E*TRADE have joined together to awards bonus miles to SkyMiles members who open online trading accounts with E*TRADE. more

Wannabee Millionaire? February, 11, 2000

Regis Philbin is handing out a checks for one million bucks to lucky Wards credit cardholders. The best part is the winner does not have to answer a trivia question to get the prize. more

Discover Ski February, 9, 2000

No merchant fees and a double cash back bonus! The Discover card is going all out to send card activity up the slopes during February. Ski area restaurants, sporting goods, lodging and recreational services providers in Colorado, Utah, Maine, New Hampshire ... more
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