Posts Tagged ‘credit card debt’

Banks Lowering Credit Card Limits: Don’t Get Caught Off-Guard

Wednesday, October 8th, 2008

As a growing number of cash-strapped consumers fall behind on their monthly credit card payments, credit card issuers are abruptly lowering credit limits on many customers’ cards, in some cases by more than 50 percent.

The consumers currently most at risk of getting their credit limits cut, reports The New York Times, are those who (more…)

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Over 60% of Credit Card Companies Cutting Consumer Credit Limits

Tuesday, October 7th, 2008

In the midst of a global financial and solvency crisis that’s left U.S. banks largely unwilling to extend loans or credit to many individuals, small businesses, or even other banks, 62 percent of credit card companies are reducing their customers’ credit card limits, often suddenly and without notice, (more…)

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5 Signs That Your Debt Is Out of Control

Wednesday, October 1st, 2008

When you’re deeply in debt, it’s easy to become so overwhelmed by your financial mess that you start to go into denial about just how much you owe: You stop looking at your credit card and bank statements, you don’t answer the phone anymore so you don’t have to deal with debt collectors, you leave your bills unopened because you know (more…)

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Dealing With Debt in a Down Economy

Monday, September 15th, 2008

Many Americans are overwhelmed with debt, some are barely keeping their heads above water, and others are just looking for practical solutions to weather the current economy.

From CNNMoney.com, here are some things you should know about money, debt, and how to manage your finances to help you live within your means.

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