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Archive for November, 2008

Getting the Best Out of Your Reward Credit Card

If you’re one of the lucky people to qualify for a reward credit card and you’re simply waiting for the company to send your very own plastic money, congratulations! But just before you swipe your reward credit card for the very first time, do read this article first because we’re here to make sure that [...]

How to Become a Mystery Shopper

They are among us at any given time. They lurk in the shadows, ready to strike at any moment with an opinion not to be taken lightly. No, they’re not politicians, they’re mystery shoppers. You too can become a mystery shopper in your area. Have you ever pondered this simple yet fun job to make [...]

Three Easy Ways to Make Money With Your Credit Card

People often view credit cards as simply a fast-track route to debt. Used sensibly, however, cards can actually make you money.
A word of caution, however. The methods set out in this article do depend on you paying off the balance on your card/s every month, so you are not charged any interest. If you have [...]

Bad Credit Can’t Stop You! Go Get Your New Car

In our fast running life time is money. Time management is must. Car plays a very important role in our busy life. If you have a car, you can save your time. Whether you are going to your office, for shopping or for a candle light dinner with your loved ones you need a car [...]

Free Credit Report and Score – How to Receive a Free Credit Report

Each consumer with credit history should obtain a copy of their report annually. The cost of credit reports vary. If obtaining a copy from the credit bureaus, consumers may pay $15 per bureau. However, some online credit agencies advertise low cost credit reports. Rather than paying for a credit report, consider obtaining a free report.
Who [...]

Bluffing against a Player Who Is Pot Committed

Betting in position, especially late in tournaments when the blinds are high, is a great way to pick up extra chips in online poker without doing anything other than pressing ‘raise.’ One thing a lot of players tend to forget in this instance, though, is the importance of paying attention to the size of the [...]

Credit Card Applications 101

Credit cards are ubiquitous and relatively easy to obtain. The process involves filling out a credit card application form, which is a relatively straightforward process. All the same, it is advisable to have an idea of how credit cards work and the right way of filling out a credit card application.
An individual’s credit history has [...]

Credit Cards for College Students – Finding the Best Available

Student credit cards are geared primarily toward college students. But there are many factors that can make credit cards for college students the right choice for young people. So, it is very important for all consumers, not just students, to first learn about each type of available card and then choose the one [...]

Your Credit Score – How It Is Calculated

Do you know your credit score? If not, you should check it out before you make any more loan applications or credit card requests. Credit scores range from approximately 350 to 850. Provided yours is over 680 you are considered a “prime borrower” and so will be offered the lowest interest rates on your loan. [...]

Trapped by a Credit Card

Seasonal cheer has come around once again and tills are dinging away merrily as people spend like there is no tomorrow.
Well they used to ding! now every thing is computerised and instead of money most people pass over that little card and don’t think about the cost of what they are buying.
Then straight [...]

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