Giving Credit Where Credit’s Due: Three Cheers for Richard Cordray Richard Cordray, the Treasurer of Ohio, has been spear-heading a drive to get Ohioans to take a stand in favor of the proposed changes to the credit card regulations that are being considered in Washington. Read more...

Debunking Myths about Credit Scores- Go Ahead, Pay Off that Credit Card! Lurking among many other credit related myths is the belief that paying off credit cards may cause your credit score to decline. I continue to hear this and other related credit scoring myths from consumers that I interact with on a daily basis. In reality, when you pay off credit. Read more...

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The only difference is that you must open a savings account. Features a low annual fee of $35 and a secure online application. No processing or application fees. Rebuild or reestablish your credit.

The Miles by Discover® Card has received our superior 5 star rating. 0% Intro APR* on Purchases and Balance Transfers. Double Miles on travel and restaurant purchases-up to $3,000 each year. 1 Mile for every $1 you spend on all your other purchases-personal and business. Apply online for this frequent flyer credit card.

Also consider Blue from American Express^®. Virtually all purchases with Blue can earn you points toward all kinds of great travel, including numerous airline partners, and retail rewards. You can redeem your points for frequent flyer miles. Best of all, the rewards program is free. Low APR.

Consumer advocacy groups recommend that you obtain a copy of your credit report at least once a year to reduce the risk of identity theft and fraud. The good news is that you can now obtain your credit reports without cost or obligation thanks to federal legislation.

Similarly, it is recommended that you know what your credit score is when "shopping for credit cards". A high credit score is often the key to obtaining the best credit cards. You can instantly get your credit scores for free online.

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We volunteer on a regular basis to educate consumers about credit cards in public settings, such as college campuses. Special thanks to Professor Mary Ann Campbell, CFP for allowing us to recently address her undergraduate personal finance class at the University of Central Arkansas.

We also participate in financial education efforts by being a National Partner of the Jump$tart Coalition for Financial Literacy. Jump$tart, a non-profit organization, targets K-12 and college students. We are proud that Curtis Arnold, our Founder, is co-chair of the Arkansas Jump$tart Coalition.

Finally, we are proud to financially support various charities and non-profit organizations, such as PBS (public television), the Arkansas Festival Ballet (AFB), Ballet Memphis and Ballet Magnificat.

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Our newest credit card comparison report rates credit cards that offer online credit card applications. It is quick and convenient to apply online. Some cards offer expedited online credit card application processing-also known as instant approval credit cards.

The Discover^® More Card Credit Card offers a 0% fixed introductory APR for 12 months and a Cash Back Bonus. Balance transfer fees apply.

Also consider the Simmons Rewards Card, which offers a 0% Intro APR on balance transfers and a low 8.95% fixed APR on purchases. Note! You must have excellent credit to qualify. No fees on balance transfers and your credit line will vary.

Want to minimize balance transfer fees? Then consider the Blue® from American Express credit card, which offers a 0%* fixed introductory APR on balance transfers and a low variable purchase APR.

Also, consider the Discover® More Card, which offers a 0% introductory APR^* on balance transfers and a convenient online application. The online application is fast, easy and secure. Earn a cash rebate on every credit card purchase.

The Customizable Advanta Business Rewards Platinum MasterCard ® offers a 0% intro. APR on balance transfers for the first 15 billing cycles; 7.49% fixed APR applies thereafter. Also offers a personalized card, free cash back and travel rewards program options, and a convenient online application.

The Discover® Business Card features a convenient online application. Enjoy 0% Intro APR* on Card Purchases for 12 months. Earn $100 Cashback Bonus when you apply. 5% Cashback Bonus® on office supplies, 2% on gas, up to 1% on all other purchases. Fee-free Purchasechecks that earn Cashback Bonus to pay merchants who don't accept credit cards.

Seeking a student credit card that has great benefits? Then consider the Citi^® Platinum Select^® Visa^® for college students. This card offers a fixed introductory 0% APR for purchases and balance transfers for 6 months.

This no annual fee credit card features a secure online application and offers many free benefits. It is designed for university and college students. This card has received our superior 5 star rating.

If you need to maintain your credit rating and the use of some credit cards, "traditional" debt management will usually not work for you. Accelerated Debt Consolidation, Inc. offers specialized debt management services for consumers that must maintain their credit.

This article discusses the best ways to consolidate credit card debt. Includes info. about credit card comparisons, instant low rate balance transfer credit card offers (including 0% credit card balance transfers), low rate credit card offers, and fixed rate credit card offers.

AT&T Universal Platinum Credit Card: I wish I would have found this credit card site before I received a credit card application approval. I choose to apply for a 0% low intro rate credit card for 12 months (introductory balance transfer rate offer). Online credit cards...(Review by T.K.I. Average rating for this card is 2.64.)