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Bad Credit and Home Refinance (Carteret County News-Times)
(ARA) - Mortgage rates are at historic lows, and it seems like everyone's jumping on the refinance bandwagon these days. But is it really a good idea for people with bad credit?
Managing Your Credit Card Debts (Carteret County News-Times)
(ARA) - Credit cards are not always a bad thing, if you are smart with how you use them. They enable us to buy items immediately, eliminate having to carry cash, and record and track purchases. Disadvantages include interest, fees, and increased impulse buying.
Credit Card Overhauls Seem Likely (NYTimes.com via Yahoo! Finance)
Proposed regulations changes are strongly opposed by the credit card industry, which has long beat back any regulatory constraints.
Credit scores hit by card limits (El Paso Times)
NEW YORKâJust as Americans grow more reliant on credit cards to help pay monthly bills, they're being hit with a one-two punch: Card companies are reducing borrowing limits for tens of thousands of consumers, which then can lead to lower credit scores.
CreditCards.com: Weekly Credit Card Rate Report (Centre Daily Times)
Annual percentage rates for select major credit card categories were mostly flat to down this week, amid continued employment weakness. Meanwhile, a European Central Bank decision could put added pressure on the Federal Reserve to hike interest rates.
Secured credit cards: 10 questions to ask -- (Bankrate.com via Yahoo! Finance)
People with little credit or bad credit can join the world of the carded -- for a price.
Choosing a new credit card (Lexington Herald-Leader)
Low interest rates may offer a good time to apply for a new, or even first, credit card. Several considerations, such as interest rate and fees, should come into play, however, before a consumer signs on to a new credit card. Several good Web sites provide useful information related to credit card selection and use. Here are a few: Bankrate.com: ...
Personal Credit Checks Don't Hurt Your Credit Score (Richfield Reaper)
(ARA) - There are a lot of numbers that are important in life, but none quite as influential as your credit score. Having a high credit rating can give you better interest rates on credit cards, car loans and even your mortgage.
Web sites to help you pick a credit card (Fort Worth Star-Telegram)
Low interest rates may make this a good time to apply for a credit card. Considerations such as interest rates and fees should come into play, however, before a consumer signs on with a new card.
CREDIT CARDS NEWS & ADVICE (Bankrate.com)
Applying for a secured credit card is essential for those with poor or no credit history. Credit card debt is bad enough; be careful of what looks like a quick fix.