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Finally, The Credit Card Companies Lose in Congress
By Tamara Draut on Sep. 24, 2008 Comments?
Yesterday, the House of Representatives passed the Credit Cardholders Bill of Rights (HR 5244) that would curb some of the industry’s most common and most egregious practices. It’s the first piece of legislation passed by either house in Congress that restricts the lending practices of the credit card companies. Read...
The Personal is Political
By Tamara Draut on Jul. 21, 2008 Comments?
We’re all reeling from the spike in the cost of gas and food. These money woes are compounded by a disturbing reality: most young people today are earning less than their parents did a generation ago. As we grapple with the enormous economic challenges confronting us, it’s helpful to remember that The Personal is Political. Read...
Pushing Credit Cards on College Campuses
By Tamara Draut on May. 19, 2008 Comments?
On college campuses across the country, you will find our nation’s biggest credit card issuers, armed with truckloads of swag to entice students into signing up for a credit card. What are we to do? Read...
Profits on the Backs of the Most Vulnerable
By Tamara Draut on Apr. 08, 2008 Comments?
If you’ve ever gotten slapped with a late fee of $39, or seen your interest rate surge to 29% after making one late payment, you can at least take comfort in knowing you're not a sucker. Read...
Tricks and Traps of the Credit Card Industry
By Tamara Draut on Dec. 18, 2007 Comments?
A credit line often serves as a lifeline. But thanks to a range of "gotcha" tactics commonly used by the credit card companies, the credit life line can quickly feel more like a noose. Read...
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