19,178 Identity Theft Victims Per Day - Are You One Of Them?

Identity theft statistics are shocking. And we are told that it will only become worse, before it gets any better. Are you likely to be affected? According to recent studies, up to 7,000,000 people become identity theft victims each year, in the United States alone. That's over 19,000 cases a... Read More

Credit Damage: Getting Compensated for Your Loss

Until recently lawyers for victims of credit damage had little possibility to collect for damages beyond medical treatment, lost wages and property loss. Insurance companies threw up their hands in sympathy, claiming victims can only be compensated for what can be measured - tangible goods and services. But, what happens... Read More

3 Ways to Improve Your Credit Score by 50 Points In Less Than 30 Days

In Less Than 30 Days. "What can you do to increase that set of three numbers on your credit report that can be so important with your financing?" I came across this question as I was surfing discussion groups the other day. Check out my answer: Dear Friend, Here are... Read More

To Repair Credit Is No longer Satisfactory - Learn How To Earn A Millionaires Credit In 30 Days...

To repair your bad credit does not necessarily mean that you now have a good credit, absolutely not. When most people have bad credit, they either purchase a credit repair book or seek a credit expert help. But before you do anything about your bad credit you need to understand... Read More

4 Steps to Creating Good Credit

As a consumer you've learned the importance of establishing a good credit rating with your lenders. Whether you are shopping for a new home or auto, or searching for the best deals on insurance, your credit worthiness will be judged by your credit rating or credit score.A bad credit history... Read More

Beware of Falling Minimum Payments

If you opened a credit card statement recently and were pleasantly surprised to find that your minimum payment due was lowered, don't be so quick to "jump for joy". What may appear as a small boost to your monthly budget is actually the rock that can weigh you down in... Read More

Convenience Can Be Costly

You've just opened your credit card bill and attached to your statement you find a "convenience check" included. It may already be filled out with a dollar amount such as $300, $500, or even $1,000. Your mind fills with ideas of what you could buy with this "instant" money. A... Read More

Credit Repair Scams

"Erase Bad Debt !""Remove Negative Items From Your Credit Report"You've probably seen these headlines and others just like it promising to clean up or "fix" bad credit. For someone who suffers from a bad or poor credit rating, these headlines are certainly an appealing offer.Imagine finally being able to buy... Read More

Debit Card vs. Credit Card, What Are The Differences ?

Ah, the "good old days". If you are a baby boomer, like me, then you probably remember how important it was to rush to the bank on payday. You had to get there before the teller lanes closed so that you could have your "cash allowance" for the week. Otherwise,... Read More

How Healthy Is Your Credit

There's only one way to discover the "health" of your credit. You need to examine your credit report. Your credit report is your "consumer identity" that potential lenders will use to judge your credit worthiness.Use these tips to give your credit profile the "tune-up" it needs for 2004.Tip #1- Check... Read More

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Credit and Its Cost

What is Credit? Credit is money granted by a lender... Read More

Fair Isaac Corporation Credit or FICO Score

As I am not from the US, I had no... Read More

Protect Yourself Against Identity Theft

Identity theft is when someone uses, without permission, your personal... Read More

How Businesss Mess Up Their Credit Policies

In "Become the Squeaky Wheel" a book recently published, Michelle... Read More

Special Credit Information for Married Couples

If you are married, establish separate credit accounts.Try to finance... Read More

Credit Card Balance Transfers Explained

What is a balance transfer ? A balance transfer can... Read More

Online, Phone, U.S. Mail or In-Person: Where is Your Credit Card and Personal Identify Safest?

Identity theft is the fastest growing crime according to the... Read More

5 Things Your Credit Card Company Keeps Quiet About

Credit Cards can bankrupt you if you let them run... Read More

Maximizing Credit Card Rewards

We spend money every single day on many different types... Read More

Choosing the Best Low Interest Credit Card

With so many low interest credit cards on offer, how... Read More

Credit and Loan Help for Mortgage Loans

Mortgage loans are some of the most difficult loans to... Read More

10 Ways To Protect Your Financial Identity Being Used For Someone Else?s Shopping Spree

Someone impersonating you could be spending your hard-earned money.Impossible! Not... Read More

What You Didnt Know About Your Credit Card Numbers

Have you ever really looked at your credit card and... Read More

Start Building Credit Fast!

There are a couple of reasons for this. You can... Read More

Taking Control of Your Credit History

Your credit history is important; in fact, in this day... Read More

Credit Counseling: Is it Really Necessary?

Not everyone has a positive experience with credit counseling. Potential... Read More

Do You Want to Get a New Credit Card at a Great Rate?

1) Do your homework. Applying for and getting approved for... Read More

Finance - Money, Money

Finance is a big word for some of us. It's... Read More

Warning: Todays Non Profit Credit Counselors Are Yesterdays Bill Collectors!

Here's a dirty secret, today's "non profit credit counselors" are... Read More

Big Brother Knows Whats in Your Credit Report - How About You?

Whether you are aware of it or not, credit bureaus... Read More

Fight Credit Card Fraud with Common Sense

By now, you have undoubtedly heard of credit card fraud,... Read More

Your Credit Rating and How To Check It

There is a lot of confusion surrounding UK credit ratings,... Read More

My Student Credit Card Adventure

And some practical advice too!My first credit card?I remember my... Read More

All About Balance Transfers

What is a balance transfer?A balance transfer can be explained... Read More

Getting Married? What Are The Finance and Credit Implications?

There is a big difference between looking after your own... Read More