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		<title>How To Deal With Credit Card Offers</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jun 2011 16:01:42 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Owen Jones</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The vast majority of us would rather not be without our credit cards. It is not so much that they are difficult to acquire any more, but they used to be and we still feel good about having them. They are also very helpful of course - it is like having an ATM in your bag, to which thieves and muggers have no recourse.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The vast majority of us would rather not be without our credit cards. It is not so much that they are difficult to acquire any more, but they used to be and we still feel good about having them. They are also very helpful of course &#8211; it is like having an ATM in your bag, to which thieves and muggers have no recourse.</p>
<p>However, what about if you already have two or three cards that are maxed out? Is the offer of a new card so welcome then? It is a tricky question. On the face of it, we all know that the correct answer ought to be &#8216;no&#8217;.</p>
<p>However it is not always that straightforward, is it? After having enjoyed the convenience of credit cards, it is a cruel blow to have them confiscated.</p>
<p>There can also be decent factors for accepting a new credit card. What if the new card accepts balance transfers at an APR of zero percent for six months? That could save you a lot of money if you are currently paying 20% on the total debt.</p>
<p>In fact, if you exercised absolute abstention from using the card irresponsibly for six months, you might be able to rescue your decent name from impending tarnishing, because once you start missing repayments or are late a few times, that could affect your credit rating and the poorer your credit rating, the higher the APR you will have to meet in the future.</p>
<p>It is a real shame that people, particularly young individuals, are not shown that one&#8217;s credit rating is a very valuable asset in its own right. If you watch over, nurture and take care of your credit rating from your first loan, you will be able to borrow a fortune in later years at the very best interest rate because of your credit history.</p>
<p>There are a number of simple steps to doing this.</p>
<p>The first is always pay off your loans and never be late for or miss a payment. If you can see this happening owing to an event beyond &#8211; truly beyond &#8211; your control, warn the credit card company.</p>
<p>Secondly, use your credit card to buy everything, particularly the big, one-off purchases, but pay the card off before the end of the month when the first payment becomes due. In other words, merely use the card for a free temporary loan.</p>
<p>Thirdly, when you have been following these tactics for a year or two make a point of asking for an increase in your credit limit every year.</p>
<p>Fourthly, remain on the look out for special offers, but keep in mind that these offers are only for suckers. Use them to play the banks at their own game. Transfer balances to the lower APR cards if you are going to carry a balance. If you buy a car on the credit card, get a better loan to pay off the card, before you have to pay them interest at a higher rate,</p>
<p>Build up your credit rating as you would your personal reputation and you will discover that it pays dividends throughout your life.</p>
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		<title>Dealing With Card Debt</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jul 2010 12:02:46 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Owen Jones</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Credit card debt is a much discussed topic in both commercial and social circles. A big proportion of the population has has gotten itself into trouble with credit card debt.</p>
<p>The main reason for so many credit card related casualties is that many people don&#8217;t understand the idea of credit cards properly. They treat credit cards as free money. So all the control, which would otherwise have been exercised when spending hard-earned money, goes by the by.</p>
<p>Which means that people overspend and get into credit card debt. They keep spending until they reach the credit maximum on their credit card. Some people treat it like a game and consider it a defeat (or consider their credit card under utilised) if they don&#8217;t hit the credit limit quick enough. These needless spends result in a condition where they are not able to pay back their credit card debts and end up paying interest on the amount they owe.</p>
<p>This keeps building up their credit card debt and they soon find that the interest component has become a normal feature in their monthly expenses and it is there even if they spend nothing on their credit card. That is credit card debt at its worst. Soon they find that their present credit card can no longer satisfy their needs and they start looking around to get another credit card. With the additional credit, they let themselves loose again and follow a keep spending routine. In a little while the credit limit of the new credit card is reached too and they again shirk on payments. This is how credit card debt accumulate.</p>
<p>After a while, they might hear about credit card debt consolidation and other credit card debt elimination methods. They are quick to grab such credit card debt reduction techniques, but that&#8217;s not because they are serious about reducing their credit card debt but because of the attractive low APR offers. As if it were treasure, they again go back to building up their credit card debt. All the while they are spoiling their credit card rating and they soon come to understand that no one is ready to loan them any money because of their credit record.</p>
<p>At this point, they can only get a secured credit card (ie where you first deposit money into your credit card account and then only do you get the privilege of spending it (50-100% of it) using a credit card. Credit card debt collection agencies, the auction of their goods and bankruptcy is the next thing that awaits them and their dream is blown away in a moment.</p>
<p>Don&#8217;t get involved with credit card debt. You cannot win, unless you die.</p>
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		<title>Business Credit Cards</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 21 Nov 2009 23:48:54 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Bob Jones</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are a vast number of credit cards on the market and one of the most underestimated is the business credit card. Many people choose not to apply for a business credit card because aside from having a certain target market - business owners or business executives - it appears to be complicated to use. Although a business credit card has more provisos, it has a lower interest rate compared with other types of credit cards and, contrary to common misconception, it can be very useful if used properly.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There are a huge number of credit cards on the market and one of the most underestimated is the business credit card. Many people decide not to apply for a business credit card because aside from having a certain target market &#8211; business owners or business executives &#8211; it seems to be complicated to use. Although a business credit card has more stipulations, it has a lower interest rate compared with other types of credit cards and, contrary to common misconception, it can be very useful if used properly. </p>
<p><u>What is a business credit card?</u> Basically, a business credit card is for business people&#8217;s use. Compared to a regular credit card, a business credit card has a high credit limit and low interest rates. Depending on the business credit card you apply for, a business credit card may also bring a lot of benefits. </p>
<p>Because it is targeted at businessmen or those people who are building a business, a business credit card is meant to benefit these small businesses. A business credit card helps the budding business by allowing the owner to finance bills or payroll, which improves cash flow. Apart from giving the image of a reliable credit card company, business credit cards supply detailed statements of expenditure and give quality customer service as its two major benefits.</p>
<p>Apart from having higher spending limits and lower interest rates, a business credit card provides numerous alternative  credit options for small businesses. A business credit card also caters to large corporations as well as those people who are starting their own business because it closely reflects the base rate of credit.</p>
<p><u>Simplifying business credit cards.</u> It really pays dividends to go to the bank when one applies for a credit card to get answers to all the immediate inquiries you may have. But since a business credit card is for business people who are always on the go, many business credit card issuers offer online applications for business credit cards. So, when one applies for a business credit card online, there is no need to visit the bank any more, which means that there is also no need to wait in the queue only to talk to a bank manager. </p>
<p>When you apply for a business credit card online, all you have to do is to choose the business credit card that suits your small business or corporate credit requirements right from the comforts of your home or office. Apart from offering safe, secure, and simple processes that are designed to help you to take care of your start-up business, most Internet business credit cards offer easy access features for the convenience of the business credit card holder, like online bill payment and online statements. </p>
<p>Customized company logos and access to instant cash are also advantages offered on line. Other online business credit cards offer detailed reporting features for easy monitoring and access. </p>
<p>Most business credit cards offer no fees for the first year and no pre-set spending limit or finance charges. Other business credit cards offer membership rewards schemes that enable the holder to earn points towards travel, merchandise and other advantages for the business. </p>
<p>Some of these business credit cards offer small businesses a line of credit of up to $100,000 at a competitive APR as low as prime + 1.99% for both cash and cheque purchases. Also 100% of the line is available as cash and no collateral is necessary. </p>
<p>The business credit card holder could be offered free checks as well as a card to access their account. There may even be: common savings or exclusive savings on purchases, express approval on expra loans, no annual fee, up to 5 percent discounts on qualifying purchases, and 0% introductory APR annual percentage rate on purchases during the first six months of card membership are some of the fantastic plus points of  business credit card ownership.</p>
<p>Although the majority of the business credit card issuers offer great value deals, it is still important to research what your business requirements are first. Whether you want your business credit card for investing in inventory or just for payroll, it is necessary to look for a flexible business credit card that can handle almost anything you may require. </p>
<p>So, whether you choose to go direct to the bank or apply for a business credit card online, there are a number of business credit card suppliers who can  help you to find the credit card that is right for your business.</p>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2009 13:46:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Angela Jones</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div style='font-style:italic' class='byline'>by Angela Jones</div>
<p>Credit card debt is a much discussed topic in both commercial and social circles. A big proportion of the population has has gotten itself into trouble with credit card debt.</p>
<p>The main reason for so many credit card related casualties is that many people don&#8217;t understand the idea of credit cards properly. They treat credit cards as free money. So all the control, which would otherwise have been exercised when spending hard-earned money, goes by the by.</p>
<p>Which means that people overspend and get into credit card debt. They keep spending till they arrive at the credit limit on their credit card. Some people treat it like a game and consider it a defeat (or consider their credit card under utilised) if they don&#8217;t hit the credit limit quick enough. These unnecessary spends result in a state where they are not able to pay back their credit card debts and end up paying interest on the amount they owe.</p>
<p>This keeps building up their credit card debt and they soon find that the interest component has become a normal feature in their monthly expenses and it is there even if they spend nothing on their credit card. That is credit card debt at its worst. Soon they find that their present credit card can no longer satify their needs and they start looking around to get another credit card. With the additional credit, they let themselves loose again and follow a keep spending routine. In a little while the credit limit of the new credit card is reached too and they again shirk on payments. This is how credit card debt accumulate.</p>
<p>After a while, they might find out about credit card debt consolidation and other credit card debt eradication techniques. They are quick to grab such credit card debt reduction techniques, but that&#8217;s not because they are serious about reducing their credit card debt but because of the appealing low APR offers. As if it were treasure, they again get back to building up their credit card debt. All the while they are spoiling their credit card status and they soon realise that no one is prepared to loan them any money because of their credit history.</p>
<p>At this point, they can only get a secured credit card (ie where you first deposit money into your credit card account and then only do you get the privilege of spending it (50-100% of it) using a credit card. Credit card debt collection agencies, the auction of their goods and bankruptcy is the next thing that awaits them and their dream is blown away in a flash.</p>
<p>Don&#8217;t get caught up with credit card debt. You cannot win, unless you die.</p>
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