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An ADAA Expert Weighs in on the Impacts of Credit Card Debt and Stress During the COVID-19 Crisis

By: Matt Walker, 9/9/2020

In a Nutshell: Concerns about financial matters can lead to elevated stress levels, particularly in times of great economic hardship. We spoke with psychiatrist Michael S. Ziffra of Northwestern University in Chicago and the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) to understand more about the connection between stress and finance, and how it can lead to more serious conditions. Ziffra explained that in times of uncertainty, such as the current COVID-19 pandemic, people can... read more »

An ACFE Expert Weighs in on Training and Resources that Can Help Identify Credit Card Fraud and Protect Merchants and Cardholders

By: Adam West, 6/2/2020

In a Nutshell: Cash has become an afterthought for a growing number of consumers, and businesses that don't accept credit cards may have trouble attracting new customers. But with every card transaction comes the potential for fraud — both for companies and cardholders. For more than 30 years, the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) has offered training and certifications for building expertise in the prevention of all types of fraud. ACFE Senior Researcher Mason Wilder... read more »

Petal Goes Beyond Credit Histories to Provide Consumers with a No-Fee Credit Card that Paves the Way to Financial Success

By: Adam West, 1/16/2019

In a Nutshell: The most significant benefits of credit are generally reserved for people who are already financially successful. Consumers establishing their credit and those recovering from financial setbacks tend to get higher interest rates and fees and lower credit limits. But Petal is changing that. Using AI and machine learning, the Petal platform analyzes the customer's entire financial record, not just a credit score. The result is often a better deal — in the form of higher... read more »

United Bank Delivers Leading-Edge Credit Card Products to Consumers and Businesses in New England While Maintaining a Personal Touch

By: Adam West, 11/27/2018

In a Nutshell: With roots stretching back more than 160 years, United Bank now operates nearly 60 branches in communities in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island. United Bank owes its longevity to its personalized approach to banking that fulfills the needs of consumers and businesses. The organization matches its customers with the financial tools they need to succeed, and its consumer and business credit card products have nothing to envy those offered by the largest Wall... read more »

8 Best Loans & Credit Cards for a 500 to 550 Credit Score

By: Ashley Dull, 6/18/2018

Despite the fact that it's often referred to in the singular, you actually have dozens of credit scores. That said, the most prevalent credit scoring model currently used is the FICO Score 8. The FICO Score 8 operates on a scale of 300 to 850, with 850 being the best possible score. While this might make it seem as though a 500 to 550 credit score puts you near the middle, the average FICO Score in the US is actually around 700 — and everything under 580 is firmly in the "bad... read more »

The Abt Credit Card: Flexible Financing Plans Provide a Top Funding Option for Any Household Need

By: Ray FitzGerald, 1/31/2018

In February of 2017, I purchased a home that is considerably larger than the one I’d recently sold. As a self-proclaimed tech-geek, my first concern was extending a wireless internet signal throughout the home and yard — because who doesn’t need internet access in their yard? Determined to outfit the house with a Google WiFi system, I took to the web and searched dozens of digital storefronts only to find the product out of stock at each one. Several resellers offered... read more »

Putting Union Families First — Union Plus Acts as a Financial Partner to 1+ Million Members with Hardship Help & a Trio of Credit Card Options

By: Ray FitzGerald, 11/17/2017

In a Nutshell: Millions of card-carrying union members go to work each day in America. Not only is membership a source of pride, but it’s also a strong layer of protection for your ongoing employment. Union Privilege is a nonprofit formed by the AFL-CIO in 1986 to provide Union Plus benefits to union members beyond those offered through their jobs. Membership is free to union members and, in many cases, their families, and includes a tremendous hardship grant (at no extra cost) that... read more »

Arizona-Based Vantage West Credit Union Offers Members Two Standout Visa® Credit Cards with Competitive Rewards & Low Interest Rates

By: Ray FitzGerald, 8/25/2017

In a Nutshell: Southern Arizona natives already know Vantage West Credit Union as the largest member-owned financial institution in the region. Now, thanks to two generous rewards-based credit cards, members have even more to love about the credit union. Its most recent offering, the Vantage West Connect Rewards Visa Signature, boasts a generous rewards program with 5X points on a category of each member’s choosing, 3X on gas, 2X on groceries, and 1X on everything else. For members... read more »

Municipal Credit Union’s Low-Rate & Cash Back Rewards Cards Support Every Consumer’s Credit & Spending Needs

By: Adam West, 8/18/2017

In a Nutshell: As part of its commitment to serving more than 400,000 members, Municipal Credit Union offers a variety of credit cards for consumers with any type of credit score. The institution's offerings not only have some of the lowest interest rates on the market and great benefits, they are available to those with excellent credit as well as those with blemished or no credit history. Based on customer feedback, MCU added its new TRUE Rewards Cash Back Visa to go beyond its... read more »

CreditDonkey Offers Consumers & Businesses Advice on Choosing Credit Cards & Investment Opportunities that Best Meet Their Needs

By: Sean Garrity, 2/13/2017

In a Nutshell: Studies show the number of people looking for sound, professional financial advice has been growing for years. Though navigating the vast maze of financial services online can seem daunting, CreditDonkey is a centralized location where consumers can find the resources they need to increase financial literacy. CreditDonkey offers credit card and broker comparison tools to help people make informed decisions on the cards and investments right for them. The goal is to... read more »

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