More Changes to Bank Processing Fees

The third and final phase of the Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure (CARD) Act will be going into effect on August 22, 2010 but many banks are trying to beat the legislation to the punch.  Included in this phase of the legislation will be new rules regarding how gift cards are processed and how [...]

What’s in Your Wallet May Not be as Good as You Think

  Credit cards offering rewards miles and other incentives may seem like a good deal, but let’s look at the fine print to learn more.   With the recent CARD Act going into effect on February 21, 2010, consumers are now receiving additional protections when it comes to how the credit card companies can charge interest, [...]