In the wake of big bank backlash, credit unions have been getting a lot of attention in recent weeks and months. But aside from the obvious reason of saving on banking services – typically lower than what big banks charge – credit unions are also a great place to start rebuilding bad credit. Unlike banks, [...]
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How Credit Unions Help Rebuild Bad Credit
November 30th, 2011 · No Comments · Credit Repair
Tags: bad credit·big banks·credit·credit unions·rebuild bad credit
Federal Reserve Won’t Make Deadline to Decide on Debit Card Transaction Fee Rule
March 31st, 2011 · No Comments · Banking
The Federal Reserve told Congress this week it will miss the April 21 deadline to decide on the debit card transaction fee limit set to go into effect July 21
Tags: big banks·checking accounts·Congress·credit unions·Debit Card·debit card transaction fee·debit card transactions·Debit Cards·Federal Reserve·Feds·online-only banking
Car Leasing Outpaces New Car Sales
April 16th, 2010 · 3 Comments · Auto Loans
Leasing will give car makers and dealers something to cheer about this year. It’s bouncing back much faster than outright sales. According to Kiplinger, of the more than 12 million new cars that will be sold this year, about one-fifth will be leased. That compares with about 17% in the American auto market in 2008 [...]
Tags: auto market·car leases·credit unions·Kiplinger·lovemycreditunion·new car sales
What’s New in Secured Credit Cards After New Laws Take Effect
February 9th, 2010 · 3 Comments · Credit Cards
When I look at a client’s credit report and he or she asks me how they can build their credit, I always recommend getting new credit. A great way to do this is to apply for secured credit cards. Even people with bad credit can get them. With the Credit Card Accountability Responsibility And Disclosure [...]
Tags: Credit Cards·Credit Limits·credit unions·Fees·Social Security Deposits
