A new study carried out by TransUnion found that 28% of credit-active consumers in South Africa hold a credit card. Even though this study concentrated on the credit activity of “Gen Z” consumers –those born in and after 1995–, it also shed a light on the consumer credit market as a whole. Credit Activity The […]
With Credit Cards, Nice Guys Finish Last
Transunion recently reported that the United States has made $72 million in card payments more than they did from the first quarter of 2009 through the first quarter of 2010. Other news reports keep rolling in that Americans are doing a commendable job of handling their credit card debt, while letting other expenses (i.e. mortgages) suffer. […]
What Are Interest Free Credit Cards
Credit cards that charge no interest on your purchases or on your balance transfer for a certain period of time are said to be interest free credit cards. This interest free period is for a certain time and limit. This gives you the chance for more shopping around and spending without any tension of being […]
Getting on Board With Chip Technology
Credit cards with that little chip embedded in them. Has your small business made the move to accept them? When credit issuers began augmenting magnetic stripe cards a few years ago, much fuss was made about how they’d protect consumers. But are you aware of how the technology also protects your business? Although it’s not […]
Samsung and Alibaba make Mobile Payment Deal
In recent years, the world’s largest smartphone maker, Samsung Electronics has struggled considerably in China. In a move to expand its presence in the country, Samsung has made an agreement with the financial-services affiliate of Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. to cooperate on mobile payments. In a statement made by the companies, it was asserted that […]
New site gives you the best credit advice
1888PressRelease – Even with an excellent credit score, it can still be difficult to find credit card rewards worth having. Take the advice of experts. Find the best rewards programs when you use http://www.cashbackrewardprograms.com/. You would think the recession of 2008 would be over by now, but it doesn’t feel over. Banks and finance companies […]