Credit card news archive
Archive of the most recent stories from each of the categories of credit card news covered by the CreditCards.com editorial team, from A (airline miles) to Z (zero percent cards).
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- Aussies repaying more on cards than they're spending, RBA says -- More Australians may seem to be paying with plastic than ever before, but they are sure to pay off more of their credit card debt each month and are often opting for their debit card at the checkout. ... (more)
- Credit card skimming scam nets millions -- McDonald's customers in Perth have been exposed to a sophisticated credit card skimming scam that is costing Australians millions. ... (more)
- Proposed Privacy Act revision draws criticism -- A proposal that would expand the amount of information that lenders can see about prospective borrowers is causing a lot of debate throughout Australia. ... (more)
Bad Credit / Credit Repair
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- Got bad credit? Look to these types of cards -- A bad credit score puts you in the market for a 'bad credit' credit card. Shop around for the best deal to rebuild your credit. ... (more)
- What's on your credit report? -- Your credit report is your financial fingerprint. Be sure that it all adds up, or you could end up paying for someone else's mistakes or misdoings. ... (more)
- Can credit repair companies really help? -- Before you resign yourself to a high interest loan or more fees, have a credit repair agency check and restore the accuracy of your credit report. But remember: They can't fix everything! ... (more)
Balance Transfer / Debt Consolidation
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- 10 tips for university students to know about credit cards -- Here are some ways for university students to secure their financial freedom while avoiding the long-term effects of credit card debt. ... (more)
- 8 key steps to eliminate credit card debt -- Credit card debt: It's easy to get into, difficult to get out of. Fortunately, there are ways to eliminate that debt. ... (more)
- Tips for doing balance transfers the right way -- There's an art to taking advantage of balance transfers. The key is paying attention to the details. ... (more)
Credit / Account Management
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- Credit card users stick to their own bank's ATMs -- ATM fees can add up to a substantial amount when you check your credit or debit card statements at the end of each month. Therefore it is no surprise that Australians have heeded the warnings of foreign ATMs to avoid the new $2 rival fee. ... (more)
- Reserve Bank to keep regulating bank fees -- No one likes seeing fees on their credit card statements. While financial institutions are making improvements, the Reserve Bank will continue to regulate bank fees for your protection. ... (more)
- Credit card applications falling -- The number of credit card applications filed in Australia have fallen significantly recently, according to data from Veda Advantage. Does this mean Aussies are getting smarter with their money? ... (more)
Credit Card Fundamentals
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- Proposed Privacy Act revision draws criticism -- A proposal that would expand the amount of information that lenders can see about prospective borrowers is causing a lot of debate throughout Australia. ... (more)
- Travelling abroad? Tell your credit card issuer -- People planning to use their credit cards abroad should make sure their issuer knows that they are going overseas, so they don't find their credit cards blocked. ... (more)
- What's on your credit report? -- Your credit report is your financial fingerprint. Be sure that it all adds up, or you could end up paying for someone else's mistakes or misdoings. ... (more)
Credit Cards for Small Business
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- 5 mistakes small businesses make with credit cards -- Accepting credit card payments effectively and securely in your small business can allow you to attract more customers and ensure their prompt payments, giving your business a chance to grow. Don't make these 5 common mistakes. ... (more)
- 5 things to know about small business cards -- For those seeking advice, here are five things to examine when deciding which small business credit card is right for you ... (more)
- Breaking down the various types of credit cards: -- Card types have multiplied in recent years; find the right one for you ... (more)
Frequent Flyer Programs / Airline Rewards
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- Virgin, Citi partner on credit cards and more -- With Virgin's new partnership with Citi, Virgin head Richard Branson expects to be able to secure 13-14 percent of the market share for credit cards, putting Virgin in the league of the big four banks. ... (more)
- Aussie airlines accused of credit card fee gouging -- Choice has accused Qantas and Tiger Airways of fee gouging when it comes to credit card transaction fees, but the airlines say their sometimes 500 percent profits from the fees are the cost of doing business. ... (more)
- Got Qantas miles? Now you've got more options -- Few things are more exciting than the rush of taking off on an exciting holiday - something that does comes close is the rush you feel when you see all those points your credit card has accumulated. So, how can you make the two work together? ... (more)
Low Interest / 0% APR Cards
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- Tricks and traps of low-interest credit cards -- Protect yourself by reading the fine print and knowing ahead of time the pitfalls of low-interest credit cards. ... (more)
- What's the best type of credit card for you? -- There are so many different types of credit cards out there, it can be very confusing to know which one would suit your needs best. However, if you know a little about some of the extra features of these cards, it can help you better make a decision. ... (more)
- Choosing which credit card is right for you -- Trying to choose between credit cards? Here are some factors to take into consideration before filling out an application. ... (more)
Merchant Accounts
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- Telstra to pass along credit card processing fees to customers -- Australian businesses, such as electricity and phone companies, have been including credit card processing fees as a percentage of their bills for several years now; Telstra is the latest in line. ... (more)
Prepaid / Debit Cards
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- Credit vs. debit in Australia: a brief history -- While credit cards seem to be the most popular payment method in Australia, they are still fighting strong competition from Australia's debit cards. ... (more)
- 10 tips for university students to know about credit cards -- Here are some ways for university students to secure their financial freedom while avoiding the long-term effects of credit card debt. ... (more)
- What's the best type of credit card for you? -- There are so many different types of credit cards out there, it can be very confusing to know which one would suit your needs best. However, if you know a little about some of the extra features of these cards, it can help you better make a decision. ... (more)
Research / Statistics
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- Aussies repaying more on cards than they're spending, RBA says -- More Australians may seem to be paying with plastic than ever before, but they are sure to pay off more of their credit card debt each month and are often opting for their debit card at the checkout. ... (more)
- Credit card skimming scam nets millions -- McDonald's customers in Perth have been exposed to a sophisticated credit card skimming scam that is costing Australians millions. ... (more)
- Proposed Privacy Act revision draws criticism -- A proposal that would expand the amount of information that lenders can see about prospective borrowers is causing a lot of debate throughout Australia. ... (more)
Reward Programs / Cash Back Cards
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- Aussie airlines accused of credit card fee gouging -- Choice has accused Qantas and Tiger Airways of fee gouging when it comes to credit card transaction fees, but the airlines say their sometimes 500 percent profits from the fees are the cost of doing business. ... (more)
- How to maximize cash back rewards -- What's the best way to use your cash back rewards card? We give you some quick, easy steps that can help you get the most out of that plastic. ... (more)
- How to maximize airline rewards -- If you already use credit cards that have airline rewards, or you are thinking of getting one, then you'll want to know how to get the best value for your money. We can help. ... (more)
Student Credit Card Education
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- Cashless lunches come to Australian schools -- Australian schools are leading the way in adopting a range of cashless alternatives to pay for canteen lunches. You also won't have to worry that your child stops for a burger instead of ordering that tuna and salad sandwich you agreed on. ... (more)
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