Archive for the ‘Credit’ Category

How to Get a Credit Card With a Damaged Credit Score?

Jul-28th-2010

I have a fairly low credit score due to a couple of charge-offs and a couple accounts in collections that I am not even aware of, but they are possible medical bills. I can’t do a secured card right now. I really just want a card to make small purchases and raise my score. My [...]

About Those Credit Card Offers.

Jul-27th-2010

If you haven’t already opted out I am sure that you have gotten one of those 0% credit card offers in the mail. Did you quickly fill out the form and then send it in, or faster still, call in and sign up that way? After all you didn’t want to miss that great offer! [...]

RadiSys Reports Second Quarter GAAP EPS of 2 Cents and Non-GAAP EPS of 15 Cents

Jul-27th-2010

RadiSys Reports Second Quarter GAAP EPS of 2 Cents and Non-GAAP EPS of 15 Cents
HILLSBORO, Ore.—-RadiSys® Corporation, a leading provider of innovative hardware and software platforms for next generation IP-based wireless, wireline and video networks, announced revenues for the second quarter of $75.0 million, GAAP net income of $0.6 million or $0.02 per diluted share, [...]

What Will Happen If I Don’t Pay My Credit Card Bills?

Jul-27th-2010

Question: What will happen if I don’t pay my credit card bills?

Answer: The first thing that happens is a derogatory remark of late payment goes on your credit file when you are 30 days, 60 days, and 90 days late. Your credit score is based 33 percent on payment history, so any late payments are [...]

Credit Score May Take a Hit When Credit Cards Are Canceled

Jul-27th-2010

A. For you, the hit should be minor and temporary. Still, there are considerations to make before you cancel.

Ask yourself if you’ll be applying for any major loans, such as a mortgage or car loan, in the near future.

“You might want to keep the card until that credit is obtained to get the best possible [...]

Identity Theft and Credit Card Fraud!

Jul-27th-2010

Identity thieves others to use personal information for many things. The most common use is the credit card fraud. After obtaining a target of personal details, thieves can open new lines of credit, to divert the credit card accounts available, and go on spending sprees with other people’s money. Here is an overview of the [...]

Astros Credit Card: Team Spirit Has Its Rewards

Jul-26th-2010

The Houston Astros logo can now be featured on the Major League Baseball™ Extra Bases™ Credit Card from Bank of America. (www.astroscreditcard.com)   This rewards credit card has proven to be a great hit with fans and is batting a thousand in the rewards credit card industry.  Like many schools, airlines, and retail stores have done [...]

Educate Yourself About Credit Cards

Jul-26th-2010

Having a credit card makes life convenient but knowing about credit cards is much better. You should educate yourself about credit cards and its various nuances because it actually helps. A credit card is a small plastic card issued by a credit card issuer like banks, credit unions and the like. It enables the user [...]

Houston Astros: Rewards Credit Card

Jul-26th-2010

Houston Astros fans are cheering over the new  Major League Baseball™ Extra Bases™ Credit Card from Bank of America. (www.astroscreditcard.com).  The official Astros logo can be featuredon the face of the card.   This rewards credit card has proven to be a great hit with Astros fans and consumers alike in the rewards credit card industry.  Like many airlines, [...]

Pet Credit Cards: Valuable Rewards for Dogs & Cats

Jul-26th-2010

During these trying economic times, consumers across the country are seeking credit cards that offer low interest rates, no annual fees, and valuable rewards that can be earned and used within a short period of time. In addition to these requirements, credit card consumers are looking for something that they can smile about. The Bank [...]