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Capital One customers not getting payments amid outage
Capital One said it is experiencing a technical outage that's keeping customers from getting payments. The issue is tied to a third-party vendor and is…
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The pros and cons of buy now, pay later
You may be asked whether you want to opt into a buy now, pay later opportunity when you purchase something…
5 smart ways to consolidate credit card debt, and 5 you should never do
Our goal here at Credible Operations, Inc., NMLS Number 1681276, referred to as "Credible" below, is to give you the…
Walmart sues Capital One in credit card brawl
Walmart has filed a lawsuit against credit card partner Capital One. In a Friday filing in the U.S. District Court…
Should you ask your credit card issuer for a credit limit increase? Here are the pros and cons
Asking your issuer for a credit card limit increase is relatively easy to request, and most experts say if you…
Apple Pay Later launches after a six-month delay
Apple on Tuesday announced a soft launch of its long-awaited buy now, pay later (BNPL) service option for Apple Wallet. The company…
Credit card debt prevents nearly 20% of Americans from becoming homeowners
As Americans deal with high inflation and a heated housing market, growing credit card debt poses a major barrier to…
Banks plan payment wallet to compete with PayPal, Apple Pay
Big banks are teaming up to launch a digital wallet that people can use to shop online. Wells Fargo &…
Law enforcement seeing rise in card skimmer thefts
Tacoma, WA. - Next time you look over your monthly billing statement, keep an eye out for any unfamiliar charges.…
How to increase your credit score fast
Our goal here at Credible Operations, Inc., NMLS Number 1681276, referred to as "Credible" below, is to give you the…
GDP increased in the 4th quarter, easing recession fears
Gross domestic product (GDP) increased by 2.9% annualized in the fourth quarter of 2022, according to the first advance estimate…
Biden admin. aims to slash credit card late fees to $8
The White House will propose a rule intended to lower credit card late fees to approximately $8. The Consumer Financial…
27% of consumers in relationships expect Valentine’s Day spending may cause them to rack up credit card debt
Some consumers spending money for Valentine’s Day anticipate doing so for their other half might rack up credit card debt…
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau proposes limiting credit card late fees with latest action
Consumers hit with credit card late fees could get some relief if a law proposed by the Biden administration, capping…
Credit card debt increased to record $931 billion: Here’s how to pay debt quickly
Amid high inflation and rising interest rates, credit card balances increased to $931 billion in the final quarter of 2022,…
Valentine’s Day and finances: Here’s how couples approach discussing money
It may take more than roses for romance to flourish this Valentine's Day – many couples want to talk about…
Consumer credit increased by nearly $30 billion, experts expect record delinquencies in 2023
Consumer credit increased at the end of 2022 amid high inflation and a rising interest rate environment, studies show. Total…
Credit card debt soars to new record as high inflation squeezes Americans
Americans are drowning in credit card debt as uncomfortably high inflation makes the cost of everyday necessities more expensive. In…
Credit card delinquency rates for new users were higher than for those with established credit
In light of a volatile interest rate environment, millions around the globe opened their first credit products in the past…