Fine print facts consumers need to be aware of with credit card offers

November 08, 2009  //  Posted by: Insider  //  Category: Uncategorized

Finance, Credit CardThe market is full with different types of credit cards which can really make a person wonder which one to go for? Most of the credit cards companies show the rosy picture of the credit card without giving the fine prints in detail. The sales person, who approaches you, tells you all the benefits that you are going to get out of the credit card without ever mentioning the trouble you may get ito later unless you read the fine prints properly.

The credit cards companies are required to inform the consumers about:

• Information on annual fees, grace periods and APRs with the pre approval documents.

• Disclose all the changes before renewals

• Disclose any change in insurance policy offered on the card.

• Therefore before going for any credit cards check the following fine prints:

• What is the APR for purchases?

• What rate of interest and minimum finance are charged?

• The minimum and the maximum grace period that is allowed.

• If there is fees for returned payment or any miscellaneous fee

• The billing rights and any special rule for credit card purchases.

Mileage credit card – will these cards benefit you?

November 02, 2009  //  Posted by: Insider  //  Category: Credit Cards

Mileage Credit CardIt is a very personal choice whether you want to have a Mileage credit card or not? The mileage credit cards can benefit only a few people and may be a waste for others. It will benefit you if
You travel frequently and these mileage points will really help you out.

You need to use your credit card for each and every purchase to be able to collect the required mileage points. If you only use your credit card once or twice a month, the mileage card is not for you.

Remember the mileage credit card may require an annual fee, there fore unless you are able to collect the number of miles required for redemption, it is not worth it. Even for a few hundred dollars of mileage points, it would be foolishness to spend money as an annual fee.

Also keep in mind that to collect the mileage point, if you charge your credit card more, you may have an outstanding balance on your card. This will require interest which may turn out to be more expensive than the actual mileage pints that you are getting.

Can I Buy a Home With an Average Credit Rating?

October 28, 2009  //  Posted by: Insider  //  Category: Credit Scores, Finance

Home, Credit Rating,Average scores basically range from 650 to 700. This means that, with this you are entitled to purchasing a home. However, this comes with its own limitations. Getting a lender at this rate is sometimes difficult. Besides you can get yourself a mortgage loan.

Owing to the fact that this range of a score was there sometimes back, you are probably entitled to get a lender but he/she may consider you a sub-prime borrower. The score will in this case be low than it was years back. This means that you are not eligible to the best rates.

• Always bear in mind that

• What determine your loan are your credit card scores and other procedures that the mortgage lenders will use

• You will qualify for a mortgage to purchase a home but you are not entitled to the best interest rates

• There will be credit score variations from a lender to another depending on your queries

• You can qualify for the best rates by improving the points for your credit score card

5 new rule changes for credit cards

October 22, 2009  //  Posted by: Insider  //  Category: Credit Cards

Credit CardsThere are a set of new credit card regulations that have been put in place which has changed the relationship between you, the card holder and your credit card provider. These changes will take effect by 2010 and many of these changes are meant to benefit you. The 5 new rules that favor you are:

• Sufficient time to pay bill- card holders has been given enough time to pay their bills pushing from the current 14 day notification to 25 days.

• Proper and timely appraisal of rate increments- 45 day notice if there is any interest rate increment and 3 billing cycles.

• Right to determine on credit-consumers now has an option to fix their credit limits and it cannot be exceeded.

• There is no more general default-credit cards no longer increase the interest rate on your account

• Fair allotment of payment

How to dispute a credit report inaccuracy

October 16, 2009  //  Posted by: Insider  //  Category: Credit Cards, Credit Scores, Finance

Credit Report, Credit Card, Finance, Interest RatesThe surveys tell that there may many inaccuracies in your credit reports due to the negligence of the credit bureaus. But there are steps you can take to dispute the inaccurate credit report.

First and foremost keep a track of your credit report always and not only when you need a loan.
Whenever you find a negative item on your credit report, write a letter to the credit bureau that has shown it.

The letter of dispute must be written in proper manner with giving the proper aim. The letter must be sent to the credit company which is showing the negative item.

Point out the item of dispute and clearly explain why it should not be there. Give any evidence if you have like copies of the bills paid etc. Ask them to clarify and send the report to the credit bureau and also a copy to you. If they can’t send the clarification within seven days then naturally it will removed from your credit report.

Keep all the documentary proof of your correspondence for future reference.

Delete bad credit – insider’s guide

October 10, 2009  //  Posted by: Insider  //  Category: Credit Scores, Finance

Bad Credit, Credit Report, FICO, FinanceThe credit report that you receive from your any of the credit bureaus may be wrong and that is a fact.

The credit bureaus never provide the correct credit score to either the lender. They provide either wrong or low scores. They know that if they provide lower score to the lender they can never sue the credit bureau if the borrower doesn’t pay back the loan.

It is written that the bad credit will be reflected for 7 years but remember that can be removed from your credit report.

Good Credit, Credit Score, FICO, Finance, Interest RatesYou can write a dispute letter to dispute negative items from your credit report. The bureaus will use stall tactics by asking for more information. If you dispute, the credit bureau has to face monetary and time loss so they try to discourage people from disputing.

Remember your FICO scores are more reliable and most of the financial institutions use FICO scores. Therefore keep the FICO score high and delete any negative items that are shown there to have a good credit score.

Visa black card requirements

October 04, 2009  //  Posted by: Insider  //  Category: Credit Cards, Finance

Visa Black Card, Credit Card, Finance, Interest RatesThe Visa Black card is the latest competitor to the Amex Black cards and is many times better than Amex cards in the privileges and perks. The greatest attraction is the annual fees charged on the Visa Black card. It is merely $495 compared to $2,500 for the Amex cards. The visa black card is lighter as it is made of carbon fiber and it will not get spoilt with constant swipes. It is only for the cream 1% of the American population who spend $50,000 or more annually on other cards. The visa black card is for the ultra rich who want to feel elite and on top of the world all the time. The exclusive right to elite London pubs is one of the many exclusive privileges given by visa black.

One of the most unique privileges is the concierge service which can arrange for any thing like hiring Arab stallion from Dubai or arrange charter flight to evacuate you from your lonely island resort if your personal jet develops a snag.
The visa black card is for people who believes in the best in life and can afford it!!!

Little Known Student Loan Interest Rate Facts

September 28, 2009  //  Posted by: Insider  //  Category: Interest Rates, Student Loans

Student Loans, Interest RatesMost students do not know much about their loans interest rates. They do not know much as they should. They get engrossed in their studies they forget to think about the details of their academic debts. Most students are not even away of the deferred student loans. Interest on loans starts accumulating once you finish school and you are in a position to repay the loan.

Most students do not also know if their loan interest is fixed or it keeps on fluctuating. Students should be aware of this information, as it is a vital factor in loan agreement. The students should also be aware of the finance charges on their loans. Finance charges and interest rate are two distinct elements. The lending institution may at times decide to charge a finance either monthly or annually depending on the amount borrowed. It is a good practice to have your loan information facts with you, as it will help you during repayment after you are through with the school.

Open A Savings Account To Stop Living On The Paycheck Cliff

September 22, 2009  //  Posted by: Insider  //  Category: Investments, Savings

Paycheck, Saving Account, BankTo every human being, saving money is a hell of work and the most difficult task to perform. This is because after settling the necessary bills such as house rent, electricity bills among others, one usually left with so little that he or she fills he cannot bank.

When opening an account, the one who lack trust is allowed to open an account without any payments, then he or she starts depositing later. For example; payments in most banks can be done after fourteen days. A savings account is advantageous in that, after you have opened an account, it is not a difficult task to deposit in future and at any time. To the account owners, one always feels comfortable with the money in the bank than in the house. Keeping money in the house is a risk since you can be tempted to spend at anytime unlike the money in the bank.

Gann charts for forex trading

September 16, 2009  //  Posted by: Insider  //  Category: Finance, Forex

Gann Charts, Forex, FinanceThe stock and forex trading is not a gambling as many try to present them like that. WD Gann was a visionary and legendary trader who had edge over others through his in-depth knowledge about the market and trading. He could visualize the future of trading with his vision and calculations which never went wrong. He achieved financial expertise by formulating theories on how the financial markets operate.

Gann charts are based on the price, pattern and time and their inter-relationships. The proper inter relationships affect the financial market. These three elements can forecast the future of the market and its movement. There may be times when any one element predominates but it is the interlocking among these three elements which can indicate the changes that will occur in the market. Trading becomes easy if one applies Gann wheel’ or WD Gann ‘Square of Nine chart’. These help the investors to construct swing charts for all the elements. The best combination of price, time and pattern can help the forex trader hugely to invest properly.