Why Americans Find Predatory Lending Offensive

"Menis - the author translates as "indignant rage" - It is the kind of rage arising from social betrayal that impairs a person's dignity through violation of "what's right." (p21), Achilles In Viet Nam - Combat Trauma and the Undoing of Character, Jonathan Shay, M.D., Ph D."The vulnerable relationship between... Read More

How Creditors Measure Your Credit Rating

Creditors will measure your credit rating based on the following three main things.CapacityCollateralCharacterThe three "C's" show creditors your:"Capacity" or income to pay the debt"Collateral" or assets to secure the obligation"Character" shows your compliance to repay the debt1. CapacityThe very first question is whether you have sufficient income to repay the... Read More

Consolidating Credit Cards

Credit card consolidation is a popular solution for those with significant credit card debt, usually distributed on three or four different cards. Basically, this means putting all your debts together on a single card, like transferring it all to one loan. Of course, the goal is to pick a card... Read More

Useful Tips When Choosing Credit Cards

Chances are you have received your share of "pre-approved" credit card offers in the mail, some with low introductory rates and other perks. Many of these solicitations urge you to accept "before the offer expires." Before you accept, shop around to get the best deal.Credit Card Terms:A credit card is... Read More

New Law Provides Free Annual Credit Report

As of Thursday, December 1, 2004, one-third of Americans will be able to access their credit reports from all three main agencies for free. Passed in late 2003, the Fair & Accurate Credit Transactions Act creates a central source consumers can use to obtain a free annual credit report.Equifax, Experian,... Read More

Different Types of Credit Cards and Features - Part 1

Just as there are too many credit card companies to count, there seems to be just as many different credit cards, all claiming to offer you the best possible deal. Since no two people are alike, not all programs and incentives will work the same for everyone. Finding the one... Read More

Bad Debt Recovery

Bad Debt IdentificationIdentifying bad debt is not as easy as it sounds. But the earlier it is done, the better are chances of recovering it. Here are some signs of customer behavior that can identify bad debt early:Customer fails to pay as per the agreed payment terms.Customer makes repeated unrealistic... Read More

Figuring Out the Ever Nebulous Numbers Called Credit Scores

Credit Score FactorsThe information contained on our credit reports affect every aspect of our lives; including employment, insurance, and even interest rates (mortgage, credit cards, automobiles, etc.). There is specific information captured on our report which is used to form our credit score:? Payment History (accounts for approximately 35%)? Outstanding... Read More

How Can A Qualified Mortgage Consultant Help Boost Your Credit Scores?

Consumers interested in purchasing or refinancing a home will pay an interest rate based on current market conditions and their ability to pay back the loan. The borrower's income and debt ratios are taken into consideration by the lender, as well as the predictability factor provided by credit scoring. It's... Read More

Your Guide On Choosing a Credit Card To Suit You

Reach into your wallet or purse, pull out a card, swipe, and you're done. It is very easy to use a credit card. The problem lies in choosing a card ? and it has nothing to do with the picture on the front! Choosing a credit card that works best... Read More

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Credit Scoring: What You Dont Know Can Hurt You

You've probably heard the term credit scoring. You may have... Read More

Collection Agencies: What Do They Do?

Collection agencies are businesses that collect past-due bills and accounts... Read More

Credit Scores and Loan Applications

Keep Your Credit History Clean - Remove A Negative Credit... Read More

Rate Tarts Losing Ability to Cherry Pick

A "rate tart" is someone who switches from one zero... Read More

Looking for that Low interest Credit Card?

If you have been shopping around for a Low Interest... Read More

What To Look For In A Credit Card

When you are deciding what type of credit card to... Read More

Credit Repair Myths and Facts

There are no secrets to repairing your credit. Many shady... Read More

Making Sense of the Information in Your Credit Report

If you've ever applied for a credit card or loan,... Read More

Credit Report Secrets: Do You Know What They Reveal?

If you've ever applied for a credit card or loan,... Read More

Dealing With and Repairing Bad Credit

Bad credit can be a burden for otherwise good credit.... Read More

Credit Card Dirty Tricks

There are many of us that have been badly stung... Read More

Credit Card Traps: How To Spot Them On The Spot!

They arrive in your mail - a conspicuous looking mail... Read More

Is it Safe to Use Online Car Finance?

Online car finance is convenient. You can apply over the... Read More

Credit Counseling: Could it Work for Me?

In the face of financial hardship, many seeking a responsible... Read More

Practical Suggestions for Protecting Yourself From Identity Theft

It's no surprise that thousands of Americans are victimized by... Read More

Credit Education

Having credit education is like knowing how to read. It... Read More

SuperCharged Secret 5, Credit Card Utopia

LIVING IN CREDIT CARD UTOPIALet's just take a brief moment... Read More

Secured Credit Cards- Consumer Tips

Whether you have no credit or damaged credit, secured credit... Read More

Free Credit Report - Really

2005 marks the year that consumers will be able to... Read More

Credit Card Rates - Negotiating Rates with Your Credit Card Company

Ok, let's face it, everybody hates high credit card rates,... Read More

Credit Suicide

Few things influence the home buying process more than your... Read More

Some Truth About Credit

Credit is currently and has been historically an integral component... Read More

Inflexible Friends and Plastic Assets, Why Money isn?t Buying Love Anymore

Consumers reject financial advice in favour of financial frivolityIt would... Read More

Credit Card Benefits and Drawbacks

Credit cards have both benefits and drawbacks. It is wise... Read More

How a Credit Card Can Be Your Friend

We have all heard countless stories of people over their... Read More

How You Can Help Prevent Identity Theft

How can I prevent Identity theft from happening to me?... Read More

Will Inquiries Lower Your Credit Score?

What are inquiries?When you apply for credit the creditor or... Read More

Useful Tips on Borrowing Money

Here are some useful tips on borrowing money. Borrowing money... Read More

Discover the Parts of a Credit Report and What They Mean

So you ordered a copy of your credit report to... Read More

Credit Help for Real Estate Financing: Five Categories of Your Credit Score

1. Payment History -- 35%The number of accounts paid as... Read More

5 Ways To Prevent Credit Card Late Fees

Paying a credit card late fee is the same as... Read More

Understanding the Function of Credit

What is Credit?Credit is the backbone and the engine behind... Read More

Can Credit Search Entries Affect Your Ability to get Approved for a New Loan in the UK?

About Search Entries:Every time a lender checks your credit history... Read More