At least 12 states have enacted statutes governing all gift cards, while over 70 legislative proposals in 31 states are still pending. However, all of this legislation fails to recognize that store-issued gift cards and bank-issued gift cards are apples and ...
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Grace periods continue to shrink as the nation's #3 issuer modifies its policy. Starting in June, MBNA will end its grace period with the payment due date instead of the end of the billing cycle.
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Another brokerage credit card is taking stock of the consumer market. The new "LPL Rewards American Express" will be issued MBNA. The new card offers complimentary enrollment in MBNA "WorldPoints" rewards program.
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Here is a card with some real teeth -- the new "Patterson Advantage VISA Business Card." Patterson, a major distributor of dental products, is marketing the card to 130,000 dental professionals nationwide.
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Starting June 1st, you can get a 5-cent per gallon discount from ExxonMobil if you sign-up for "Speedpass" contactless payment system. The promotion runs through August 31st. Up to a maximum of $20 per account may be earned.
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Revolving consumer credit continued to hover above the $800 billion milestone in March. However, Americans added a mere $400 million to revolving credit during the third month of the new year, compared to nearly $3 billion one-year ago.
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A special 50th anniversary "Disney VISA" has been unveiled to celebrate the golden anniversary of Disneyland. In addition, current "Disney VISA" cardholders will enjoy four extra benefits during the "Happiest Celebration On Earth."
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If you are a high-spending small business owner you can now earn 2.5% cash back on annual charges between $20,000 and $120,000. The new "Platinum Business Premium Cash Rebate Card" from American Express carries no annual fee.
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For the eighth consecutive year "Club Rewards" from Diners Club has won the "Best Affinity Charge/Credit Card Program" in the annual "Freddie Awards." In addition to being awarded the favorite card program of the year, Diners Club, along with partner America ...
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While competition has kept the lid on the lower interest rates offered on new cards, the average interest for existing accounts has climbed from 15.62% one-year ago to 16.75%. During this same period, the prime rate has climbed from 4.00% to 5.75% and will ...
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