Posts by LowCards.com
Attractive Rewards Still Available on Some Debit Cards
Feb 24, 2011 - While banks have been slicing rewards on debit cards, there are still some good ones out there - here are two examples.
On-Time Rent Payments May Now Improve Credit Score
Feb 17, 2011 - One major credit-reporting agency is now including rent payments in credit histories. If more follow suit, it could help renters become homeowners.
10 Tips to Blend Marriage and Money
Feb 10, 2011 - Finances are a leading cause of marital discord. If you're using Valentine's Day to take your relationship to the next level, use these tips to combine your honey and your money.
For the First Time in Years, Credit Card Debt Rises
Feb 09, 2011 - Another sign the economy is making a comeback: During the recession, Americans gave their plastic a rest. But for the first time in years, credit card debt is increasing.
5 Mostly Unknown and Little-Used Credit Card Perks
Feb 03, 2011 - Credit cards have gotten a bad rap in recent years - in many cases, deservedly so. But some offer benefits you may not be aware of unless you dig. Example? One card is now offering free admission to over 100 museums.
U.S. Treasury Tests Debit Cards for Tax Refunds
Jan 20, 2011 - 600,0000 people will be offered a debit card for their tax refund this year. Depending on the results of the trial, the IRS may start issuing more plastic for refunds.
Will Consumers Pay for Reduction in Debit Fees?
Dec 21, 2010 - The Federal Reserve recently proposed a reduction of up to 80 percent in the fees banks charge merchants for processing debit cards. If the proposal is instituted, retailers win and banks lose. But what about consumers?
10 Credit Card Predictions for 2011
Dec 16, 2010 - Last year, who would have predicted credit card use would drop and debit card use would rise? Well, we did, actually. So here are predictions for next year.
Cartoon Characters Promote Prepaid Cards to Teenagers
Dec 07, 2010 - The Kardashian sisters may have put the kabosh on their high-fee credit card, but a slew of new celebrity/cartoon cards have just hit the market – and the fees aren't too much better.
10 Tips for Holiday Shopping With Credit Cards
Nov 23, 2010 - The bad news: Millions of Americans are still paying off last year's holiday purchases. The good news: If you're paid up, you can profit from your credit cards this holiday season.
Fed Publishes New Information on Credit Reports and Scores
Nov 22, 2010 - The Federal Reserve is best known for tinkering with interest rates, but it's also just come out with new rules protecting you and your credit.
Credit Card Debt and Accounts Still Declining
Nov 15, 2010 - While the number of credit cards being issued continues to drop, so does the amount of debt those dwindling cardholders continue to carry.
How to Avoid Headaches from Debit Card Holds
Oct 26, 2010 - Your debit card can cost you money if you don't get a handle on "holds."
Cash-Back Credit Cards Have Loopholes
Oct 18, 2010 - The holidays are almost here, but the cash-back credit card offers have already arrived. Be careful, though, or you could end up with a Grinch of a deal. Here's what to look for - and look out for.
7 Things a Credit Card Can Do That a Debit Card Can’t
Oct 11, 2010 - Credit cards have become an easy target for Congressional grandstanding and regulations, but beneath the widely criticized rates and fees lie many good benefits that are usually hidden in the fine print.
