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  1. questionUniversal Default Clause
    A credit card policy that allows a creditor to increase your interest rates if you make a late payment on any account, not just on their account. Universal default clauses were banned under the CARD Act - credit card issuers are no longer allowed to use this practice to increase cardholder inter ...

  2. questionWhat are the new rules regarding overdraft fees on debit accounts?
    On November 12, 2009, the Federal Reserve announced new rules that will prohibit banks from charging their customers overdraft fees unless the customer opts in. This means that a consumer who does not opt in will be denied at the register if his account balance does not cover his debit card purc ...

  3. questionWhat CARD Act changes will become effective in August 2010?
    Effective August 22, 2010: If a borrower’s interest rate is increased due to being 60 days late on a credit card payment, the credit card issuer will have to revert back to the original rate after the borrower completes six months of on-time payments. New rules will limit fees on gift ca ...

  4. questionWhat is the CARD Act? What will it do?
    The CARD Act (Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure Act) was signed into law on May 22, 2009. It amends several other pieces of legislation (including the Truth In Lending Act, the Federal Trade Commission Act, and the Electronic Funds Transfer Act). The CARD Act is being rol ...

  5. questionWhat CARD Act changes become effective as of February 2010?
    Effective February 22, 2010: Credit card issuers will not be able to increase interest rates on existing credit card balances unless the borrower is at least 60 days late on the account. This will eliminate the retroactive rate increases and the universal default clause where credit card issue ...

  6. questionHow will the CARD Act affect young consumers?
    According to provisions in the CARD Act of 2009, no credit card may be issued to a consumer under the age of 21, unless he or she has submitted a written application to the card issuer that meets the following requirements: The signature of a cosigner, including the parent, legal guardian, spou ...

  7. questionIs it true that rewards cards will withhold or take away rewards if I'm late paying my bill?
    Yes, this is true. Starting in 2010, unless you pay your bill on time, you may not get the points/rewards you earned making purchases on your credit card for the month you paid late. You may be able to get the rewards back, but it may also cost you to do so. American Express Co., for example, is ...

  8. questionWhat CARD Act changes went into effect on August 20, 2009?
    The first consumer protection provisions of the CARD Act went into effect August 20, 2009. Here is a summary of the new changes: Creditors must now provide written notice to consumers 45 days before the creditor increases an annual percentage rate on a credit card account or makes a significant ...

  9. questionWhat will my interest rate be?
    Your interest rate will depend primarily on three things: your credit score, how much you borrow, and the state you live in. Each state has different regulations governing interest rates. The general rule of thumb is that the better your credit score, the lower your interest rate will be.

  10. questionWhat can I do to increase the chances of loan or credit card approval?
    To increase your chances of loan approvals in the future, we recommend that you pay your bills on time, use your accounts responsibly, keep your credit card balances low, and remove negative inaccuracies from your credit reports. If you do not already have a credit card, you can build your credi ...

  11. questionWhat is the prime rate?
    The prime rate, also known as the Prime Lending Rate, is a term used to refer to the interest rate used by banks. The prime rate normally follows inflation rates. In the past, the prime rate was the actual interest rate. This is no longer the case. The prime rate varies little among banks, ...

  12. questionWhat is a cosigner?
    A cosigner is an additional person who signs a loan document and takes equal responsibility for the debt. Borrowers may want to use a cosigner if their credit or financial situation is not good enough to qualify for a loan on their own. Also, some borrowers may not earn enough to qualify for a l ...

  13. questionDoes my debit card or check card affect my credit score?
    No, it does not. Your debit card and check cards are nothing more than plastic checks that access funds out of your checking account. Your checking account does not show up on your credit report, and therefore your debit and check cards will not show up either. Some people believe they can esta ...

  14. questionWhat are the pros and cons of prepaid debit cards?
    Did you know there are over 20 million people in the United States who can't open a regular bank account? Basic items such as cashing a check or paying bills become difficult and very expensive tasks. Prepaid debit cards are a good resource, allowing customers to enjoy the ease of direct deposit ...

  15. questionHow is a debit card better than cash or checks?
    Convenience — It is fast and easy, and you can access your funds 24/7. Security and Protection — Credit card companies monitor your accounts, including your debit accounts, to detect and resolve fraud. Most debit cards also come with zero liability protection, meaning that you are ...

  16. questionDo I have to pay a fee or interest when I use my debit card and select the "credit" option instead of the "debit" option?
    No, when you press "credit" for a debit card transaction, you do not pay a fee or interest. Your debit card still works like a debit card, not a credit card. The purchase amount is deducted from your checking account, though this happens at a later date -- usually within several days -- instead ...

  17. questionWhat are convenience checks?
    Convenience checks are provided by your credit card company and allow you to access your available credit. These checks often have different rates and terms than your standard credit card charges.

  18. questionWhat is an over limit fee?
    Over-limit fees occur when you go over the limit on your credit card. Thanks to provisions in the CARD Act of 2009, credit card issuers can no longer charge over-limit fees unless you have given them permission to authorize purchases that put you over your limit. Additionally, issuers cannot cha ...

  19. questionAm I responsible for unauthorized purchases?
    Under the federal Truth In Lending Act, cardholders are not responsible for more than $50 in unauthorized purchases, and most card issuers honor zero liability policies if you report a loss or theft of your card quickly. Also, if your card number was stolen and used in a transaction where no phy ...

  20. questionIs it bad to pay off credit cards every month (not pay the credit card company any interest)?
    Nope! It’s only bad for the credit card company, since they will make less money off of you (they still make a small amount each time you use your card, but they make this money off of businesses, not you as the consumer). Paying off your credit cards is great for you because you get to us ...

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