Pennsylvania considers adjustments to credit card swipe fees
Pennsylvania Lawmakers Consider Credit Card Fee Legislation Pennsylvania legislators are looking into a bill that would prevent credit card companies from imposing swipe fees on the sales tax part of transactions. This move is aimed at alleviating financial pressures on small businesses, such as Harrisburg’s Broad Street Market. Tito Tep, who owns Tep’s Fresh Seafood, […]
The way criminals replace your ATM card and take your money is frightening.
A group of three individuals from Southern California has been arrested for suspected ATM fraud, leaving victims puzzled about their cashless transactions. The suspects, originally from Romania, allegedly deceived unsuspecting ATM users by dropping cash on the ground. When the victim bent down to retrieve the money, they would then replace the ATM card with […]
Planning to get a new Bilt or Apple Card? Tips for boosting your credit score during the change.
Understanding Credit Card Transfers and Their Impact on Your Credit Score Your credit score can be influenced by various actions, such as timely bill payments and the amount of available credit you hold. One often-overlooked factor is credit card migrations, which occur when your card issuer changes, sometimes without your knowledge. According to John Alzheimer, […]
New Disney Inspire Visa Card introduced: Gain $600 in bonuses and $420 in yearly Disney benefits
Disney Experiences Come at a Price Experiencing Disney’s magic isn’t free; you’ll need to spend some money. While travel rewards can help with flights and hotel stays, applying them toward park tickets or cruise fares is quite tricky—unless you’re getting generous cash back. There are Disney-branded credit cards available, but their benefits often don’t surpass […]
Sen. Sanders supports President Trump’s proposal to limit credit card interest rates
Trump to Speak on Economy and Energy in Iowa Representative Zach Nunn from Iowa recently appeared on “Fox & Friends First” to talk about President Trump’s upcoming visit to Iowa. The president plans to address several pressing issues, including the economy, energy, health insurance premium hikes, and the potential for a partial government shutdown. Over […]
I discovered numerous repeated charges on my credit card, costing me $1,600 a year on subscriptions I wasn’t even using.
Unexpected Subscription Charges My daughter, who’s 17, recently mentioned a deal at the Verizon store for Apple Music—$10 a month for up to six people. She was really excited about it, and I get why; the selection is impressive. But I had to say no, and it wasn’t just because we already use Spotify. Honestly, […]
Amex’s expensive Platinum card has discovered its ideal audience: people in their 30s with dinner arrangements.
Young Consumers Drive American Express Spending American Express is seeing a notable trend: their cards are appealing more to younger generations. For the first time, Millennials and Gen Z have represented the largest group of consumers in the U.S. using AmEx cards, according to CFO Christophe Le Caillec during a recent earnings call. As the […]
Hawaiian Airlines Credit Card Returns, But Questions Remain Unanswered
After quite a break, the Hawaiian Airlines-branded credit card has made a quiet comeback, though the way it’s returned has only added to the ongoing confusion surrounding it. Your card will be returned to you. Applications for the Hawaiian Airlines Bank of Hawaii World Elite Mastercard are back open, offering 60,000 Atmos Rewards points when […]
Atmos Rewards Business card evaluation: Complete information
Atmos Rewards Business Card Overview The Atmos™ Rewards Visa Signature® Business Card is often underappreciated. It offers significant benefits to loyal customers of Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, including valuable Atmos Rewards points, reasonable annual fees, and an array of travel perks. Card rating*: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ *Card ratings reflect the views of TPG editors without any […]
Banking Groups Ask Congress to Oppose Credit Card Competition Act
Concerns Over Credit Card Competition Act Expansion Eleven banking and credit union organizations have urged lawmakers to dismiss any efforts to broaden the Credit Card Competition Act (CCCA) and the Durbin Amendment. In a statement released on January 22, the groups emphasized that “Payment card systems are convenient, secure, and essential to the American economy.” […]