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News Library - 2005

Online Experience March, 17, 2005

A new survey shows that Capital One provides the best online experience for credit card customers, closely followed by MBNA, with Providian bringing up the rear. American Express topped the "Diversified Financials" list as the best overall online experience. more

FICO Myths March, 16, 2005

True or False? -- Getting a better paying job, inheriting a bunch of money, or winning the lottery will directly raise your credit score. While many Americans have climbed the learning curve on credit scores, there are still some who believe that credit ... more

Business Discover March, 15, 2005

Discover is launching its first business card via a partnership with GE Consumer Finance and SAM'S CLUB. Discover is also introducing a "SAM'S CLUB Discover" card for consumers. Last month, the "Wal-Mart Discover" card was rolled-out offering three cents a ... more

Credit Pubs March, 14, 2005

Experian, one of the big three consumer credit bureaus, continues to expand its library of credit-related publications. To-date, Experian has ten publications ranging from the basics of credit scoring to understanding how life changing events can affect your ... more

Debit Cards March, 11, 2005

After slowing down for two years, growth in VISA and MasterCard debit cards gathered more steam in 2004. Last year, Americans charged $686 billion on nearly 229 million signature debit cards. more

Bankruptcy Train March, 10, 2005

The bankruptcy reform train is steaming out of the U.S. Senate and into the U.S. House. Today, the "Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005" (S.256) was passed by a vote of 74-25 in the U.S. Senate. more

No Party March, 9, 2005

When it comes to bankruptcy reform, the Republicans have become the "No Party," turning down every amendment offered by Democrats. The eight-year old legislation is sailing through Congress and may be on the President's desk before the end of this month, ... more

Burger Points March, 8, 2005

Now you can have your burger and eat it too! American Express has launched a promotion rewarding cardholders with five "Membership Rewards" for every dollar charged at a fast food restaurant. more

Jan Debt March, 7, 2005

Thanks to a fairly strong holiday shopping season, revolving consumer credit crossed the $800 billion milestone in January. Americans added $5.4 billion to revolving credit during the first month of the new year. more

Weekend Break March, 4, 2005

If you carry a "Gold," "Platinum" or "World MasterCard," then you can receive VIP treatment at Le Meridien Hotels & Resorts Hotels & Resorts through the rest of this year. By using your premium MasterCard at Le Meridien to book a two-night "Weekend Break" ... more