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New credit card fraud email

Saturday December 22, 2007
A new credit card fraud email has surfaced in Tasmania with business targeted by fraudsters.

Mastercard warned by European Commission

Friday December 21, 2007
The European Commission has warned Credit Card giant Mastercard that it faced unprecedented daily fines if it didn't change its fee structure within six months.

Brits tipped to go Credit Card Crazy

Wednesday December 19, 2007
A UK poll suggests that Brits are about to spend an estimated 2.1 billion on their credit cards in the week leading up to Christmas.

Credit card fraud transactions on the rise

Tuesday December 18, 2007
Credit card fraud is on the rise according to figures released by the Australian Payment Clearing Association (APCA).

Balancing your credit cards

Monday December 17, 2007
There are many consumers who apply for a second credit card. This is usually, in the majority of cases, a low interest credit card that people use for emergencies when they have an unexpected bill or need to make a payment on their main credit card but wont get their paycheque until after the due date.

Get a new credit card for Christmas

Friday December 14, 2007
It's easy to get caught up in the Christmas - New Year period and overspend leaving you short of cash leading up to your next payday. A low interest credit card can make life easier for you if you find you need some cash or simply to pay bills that you now can't afford.

Credit Card or store card

Thursday December 13, 2007
At this time of year the temptation to apply for a store card to buy now and pay later is too much for some people. Some Store cards offer you a 62 day interest free period to gain your business.

Online shopping bonanza for Australia Post

Tuesday December 11, 2007
Australia Post offices around the country are receiving record amounts of parcels as the online shopping boom gains momentum in the lead up to Christmas.

Beware of Credit Card fraud this Christmas urges Police Chief

Sunday December 9, 2007
The New South Wales Police Minister, David Campbell, has urged shoppers to be careful with their credit cards this Christmas period.

Credit cards online

Saturday December 8, 2007
Applying for credit cards online has many advantages for those who have a busy schedule. Firstly, it is so easy and such a time saver that you can submit an online credit card application within 10 to 20 minutes.

Getting rid of your credit card debt

Wednesday December 5, 2007
There will be many Australian's who will be lumbered with a larger than usual credit card debt once the Christmas festivities have subsided. Christmas is always a great time of the year for the family but it can be a financial burden to many who increase their credit card debt substantially by overspending.

Prepaid credit cards keep you debt free

Wednesday December 5, 2007
Getting yourself a prepaid credit card or a debit card as they are more commonly known is a great way to enjoy the advantages of purchasing goods and services with plastic without having to go into debt to do so.

Debt Consolidation Credit Card

Tuesday December 4, 2007
A credit card can be a handy way of consolidating your debts if you have several outstanding bills that you want to repay over time instead of calling each creditor to make arrangements to pay your bill late.

Credit Card habits to start early

Monday December 3, 2007
Learning how to live your life without the aid of a credit card can be somewhat difficult if you have grown accustomed to having ready access to instant cash. With the Internet now making it even easier for a quick cash advance through the many online payday loan lenders, it got a lot easier quicker than many expected.