Well-known credit card ceases operations: Here’s why users are in a rush
Mesa Credit Card Shuts Down, Users Disappointed A well-liked credit card that provided cash back and rewards for home-related expenses is now shutting down. The Mesa Card has reportedly ceased operations, leaving many of its users feeling quite frustrated. A post from Gary Leff noted that a message appeared indicating the company’s closure. “Mesa has […]
Strategy’s STRD credit spread narrows as weekly ATM issuance reaches all-time high
STRD Credit Spread Tightens Amid Demand Strategies (MSTR) Junior Preferred Stock, known as stride (STRD), experienced a further tightening of its credit spread over the weekend. This shift may suggest a strong demand for the company’s highest-yielding preferred stock. As of December 12, the spread between STRD and 10-year U.S. Treasury yields dropped to a […]
This popular credit card recently closed, leaving its users stranded.
Mesa Homeowners Card Goes Out of Business If you own a Mesa card, you might be feeling disappointed to hear that this popular credit card, which provided cash back and benefits for home-related expenses, is shutting down. Reports from Gary Leff in View from the Wing indicate that the company has announced its closure. “Mesa […]
High Technical Need for Credit
December 15, 2025 With interest rates climbing, annuity sales have surged significantly, more than doubling compared to previous figures. The ongoing strong interest in pensions is driving a robust technical demand for credit in the market. It’s interesting to note how data from the LIMRA Secure Retirement Institute reflects this trend, encompassing total fixed-rate annuities […]
Mesa terminates credit card that incentivized users for mortgage payments
Mesa Shuts Down Home Owner’s Card Program Fintech startup Mesa has announced the closure of its Home Owner’s Card, which allowed cardholders to earn points for mortgage payments. As of December 12, the company stated that “all Mesa Homeowners Card accounts have been closed.” It added that all credit cards have been deactivated, meaning they […]
Closing a credit card will impact everyone in different ways. Here’s why.
Credit Score Insights After Closing a Credit Card One reader shared that after closing a credit card they had since 1981, their credit score only decreased by 4 points. Interestingly, I had a similar experience three years ago when I closed a card I’d used for more than 30 years. My score dropped between 20 […]
Man Shows How to Bypass Credit Card Holds at Most Gas Stations
Users on Facebook have discovered what they believe to be an easy method to prevent credit card holds at gas stations, though the validity and legality of this technique is under discussion. A short video posted by Ceith Griffith has received significant attention, racking up over 93,000 views and 5,000 likes, along with a fair […]
IRS Reveals New Tax Credit for 2027
IRS Unveils New Education Tax Credit Guidance The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has released guidance that sets the stage for an important education tax credit set to launch in 2027. According to the IRS, the Treasury Department will permit states to enroll early in this new program, which is part of a larger federal tax […]
The use of virtual credit cards is increasing as online shopping expands and worries about fraud grow.
Credit Card Fraud Costs Rising Credit card fraud in the U.S. is projected to reach $12.5 billion in 2024, marking a 25% increase from last year, according to the Federal Trade Commission. Despite the rising costs, credit cards remain one of the safest payment methods available. They come with anti-fraud protections mandated by federal law. […]
Caution advised against hurried private credit agreements, says Canadian pension giant
Warnings from Canada’s Pension Fund Chief on Private Credit Market The CEO of Canada’s biggest pension fund recently cautioned that the private credit market is essentially a “buyer beware” environment, urging institutional investors to tread carefully. John Graham, who leads the C$778 billion ($561 billion) Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPPIB), shared his insights in […]