Using credit cards that offer great rewards but come with high interest rates
Advice on Credit Card Rates and Home Sale Exemptions Dear Liz: I’m planning a trip to Europe soon and applied for a new credit card because it has a “no foreign transaction fee” feature. With my credit score sitting at 740, I expected to receive a decent interest rate. However, I was shocked today to […]
Electric vehicle tax credit will expire in September. Here’s what to understand.
On July 4th, President Trump signed legislation that removed electric vehicle (EV) tax credits introduced under the Biden administration. These credits included $7,500 for purchasing or leasing a new qualified EV and $4,000 for a used one. Originally, this program was set to last until 2032 but has now been ended. If you’re looking to […]
Deadline for electric vehicle tax credit is in September. Here’s what you need to know.
On July 4th, President Trump enacted a law that scrapped the electric vehicle (EV) tax credits initiated during Biden’s administration. This includes a $7,500 credit for new qualified EVs and a $4,000 credit for used ones. The tax credits were intended to last until 2032, but Trump’s action ended that possibility. While credits are still […]
Credit card holder loses access after payment check goes missing
Dear Liz: For many years, I had two credit cards that earned airline miles on all my expenses. I consistently paid my bills in full and on time, so I never missed a payment. Earlier this year, I mailed a check to settle the balance as I always did. However, after three weeks, I noticed […]
Advantages and disadvantages of being an authorized user on another person’s credit card
Understanding Authorized User Status for Credit Building Salt Lake City – A popular method for improving credit is becoming an authorized user on someone else’s credit card. This could be a parent, spouse, or even a responsible friend. By adding you as an authorized user, it can significantly boost your credit history almost instantly. What’s […]
Suggested credit card regulations may alter fees and benefits.
Credit Card Benefits May Be at Risk Travel rewards, cashback, and flight points are often significant perks of having a credit card. But what happens if these benefits disappear? In Albuquerque, New Mexico, the potential impact of federal legislation on credit card accounts is concerning. Ashley Fathergill, who owns Upside Goods Co., emphasizes that these […]
New Credit Card Applications Decrease as Banks Focus on Wealthier Customers
Banks seem to be ramping up their marketing efforts for credit cards aimed at high-income consumers, while simultaneously tightening access for those with lower incomes. According to a recent report, the number of new credit card accounts opened in the second quarter fell for the first time in over a year, marking a 5% decrease […]
Democrat AG Accumulates Huge Expense on Taxpayer-Paid Credit Card
Massachusetts AG’s Extensive Travel Expenses Revealed Attorney General Andrea Campbell of Massachusetts has reportedly charged nearly $300,000 to taxpayer-funded credit cards over previous fiscal years, according to a report by the Boston Herald. Between July 2024 and June 2025, her office racked up $288,146.26 on state-issued procurement cards for various expenses, which included international travel […]
Ways for human trafficking survivors to rebuild their credit
Nonprofit Assists Human Trafficking Survivors in Credit Repair A nonprofit organization in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is stepping up to assist victims of human trafficking in fixing their credit as they move towards rebuilding their lives. Safe Haven Ministry, which supports survivors of domestic abuse and human trafficking, has recently received the means to confirm their […]
Judge restores credit union agency members dismissed by Trump
A federal judge revived two appointees from the Democratic Party at the National Credit Union Agency (NCUA) on Tuesday, a move aimed at countering President Trump’s dismissal of them. This ruling adds to the trend of the courts reversing Trump’s attempts to terminate independent leaders among federal officials. U.S. District Judge Amir Ali issued a […]