New year advice recommends balance transfers
New advice has been offered on how best to survive the recession in the early part of 2009, with one tip being to consider transferring your credit card balance.. Read more...
Platinum credit card gives "significant" savings, says Saga
A Saga Platinum credit card could help consumers save significant sums over the festive period, according to the company. Read more...
Offshore credit cards 'could benefit investors'
Investors looking for a simple way to spend their offshore money should consider opting for a credit card, it has been suggested. Read more...
New anti-fraud credit card to be launched
A new type of credit card is set to be launched in the early portion of this year as part of moves to combat identity fraud, it has been reported. Read more...
0% balance transfers 'could help beat the recession'
Credit cards offering 0% balance transfers could well be the best option if consumers have made brushing up on their finances a new year\'s resolution, it has been suggested. Read more...
Credit cards help cure cancer
Cancer Research UK (CRUK) is celebrating 20 years of successful partnership with two major UK credit card companies. Read more...
Abbey credit card could save you cash on Christmas dinner
A new credit card launched by Abbey is set to earn consumers rewards as fat as the Christmas turkey it pays for. Read more...
Capital One’s sub-prime credit card
In the run up to the festive season the UK arm of Capital One is offering customers a card to help them with their Christmas shopping. Read more...
Equifax: Confidence in contactless credit cards needed
Customers need to be convinced of the security of contactless credit card payments in order for the transaction medium to become popular, it has been suggested. Read more...
Could credit cards replace regional travel cards?
London is a bustling city full of life and vigour. It is also quite famously a place where getting from A to B is purportedly easy, if a little daunting for a visitor. Read more...
Credit card companies advise customers to use credit for rewards
The credit crunch is having many repercussions but not all of them are bad. Just as shops are increasingly eager to tempt us inside by cutting prices and putting up sale signs, many credit card companies are also trying to persuade us to spend more. Read more...
Balance transfer fees plummet in fight for new customers
With an estimated third of all credit card holders failing to pay off the full balance of their cards each month it’s clear that many people could benefit from switching to a 0% balance transfer deal. Read more...
Store credit cards
Store credit cards can often be a handy source of credit for people, it has been noted. Read more...
Cashback credit cards 'only suit certain customers'
Cashback credit cards are suitable for certain customers, but may not be the best choice for others, it has been suggested. Read more...
Rewards & Cashback credit card tips offered
Consumers have been offered a number of hints and tips on how maximise their returns from rewards & cashback credit cards. Read more...
Business credit cards 'vary according to providers'
People who have - or are looking to apply for - business credit cards should look into the specific scheme, tools and services offered by different providers, it has been suggested. Read more...
Credit card "plastic perks" examined
While many credit cards have traditionally offered a wide range of benefits to users - such as airline tickets, rewards and car rentals - there are a number of new "plastic perks" that some cards now offer, it has been noted. Read more...
Credit cards 'could help with skiing holidays'
While credit cards can offer consumers a number of benefits on the high street, they could also prove useful on the piste, it has been suggested. Read more...
Balance transfer credit cards 'could require maths'
People searching for the best balance transfer credit card for their personal circumstances may need to do a little bit of maths when deciding which one to opt for, it has been suggested. Read more...
Prepaid credit cards likely to become "more prevalent"
Prepaid credit cards are likely to become "more prevalent" in the future, it has been suggested. Read more...
Lifetime balance transfer credit cards 'could benefit customers'
Some credit card customers could benefit by switching to lifetime balance transfer cards, it has been suggested. Read more...
MasterCard wins 2011 Rugby World Cup sponsorship
MasterCard has been revealed as the latest sponsor to put its name to the 2011 Rugby World Cup. Read more...
MasterCard 'will make the most of the 2011 RWC'
The MasterCard brand will flourish as a contributor to the 2011 Rugby World Cup (RWC), it has been suggested. Read more...
PayPal honoured for prepaid credit card
Those looking to invest in a new prepaid credit card may be interested to hear the results of a recent awards ceremony. Read more...
Don't battle with finances, says expert
Credit card customers have been told to avoid a battle with their finances and look for better deals. Read more...
Card firm 'pleased' with biodegradable uptake
Green credit cards could be about to take consumers by storm, following a US company\'s recent biodegradable venture. Read more...
Virgin Money offers new card tariff
Virgin Money is to enable users of its Prepaid Mastercard the chance to pay monthly. Read more...
Reading rolls out condom credit card
This month sees the launch of a new initiative in Reading aimed at giving youngsters better access to contraceptives. Read more...
Abbey claims best card on the market
A new 0% balance transfer credit card is the best deal currently on the market, its provider maintains. Read more...
Lloyds TSB card hailed for free flights deal
A credit card offered by Lloyds TSB has been tipped among the best for flight freebies. Read more...
Bloggers react to MySpace credit card venture
Social networking site MySpace has received a mixed response to news it is teaming up with Citi to launch a new credit card. Read more...
Barclaycard hailed best for balance transfer
Barclaycard\'s Platinum Long Tern Balance Transfer credit card has been endorsed by a national newspaper. Read more...
New eco card launched
Plastic cards made out of recyclable material have been launched by a company keen to help businesses prioritise corporate social responsibility. Read more...
Shell card hailed for cashback rewards
The Shell Mastercard has been labelled among the best for cashback rewards. Read more...
Endorsement for airline credit cards
Airline credit cards have been branded a "worthwhile investment" by a Manchester consumer. Read more...
Bolton woman puts card to artistic use
Credit cards have come to the unlikely aid of a struggling artist in Bolton. Read more...
Dad's Army star enjoys air miles benefits of card
Actor Ian Lavender has confessed he is a big fan of credit cards for the air miles rewards they offer. Read more...
Saga cuts APR
Saga Personal Finance has vowed to help consumers "make their hard-earned money go further" by reducing the APR on its credit cards. Read more...
New credit card for small businesses
MBNA has launched a new credit card tailored specifically for sole traders and small businesses. Read more...
Government launches financial web tool
Credit cards and other financial terms can be searched using an interactive web tool launched by the government today. Read more...
Strictly star admits trio of credit cards
Strictly Come Dancing star Camilla Dallerup has confessed she uses more than one credit card. Read more...
Charity credit card choice of former Lib Dem leader
Former Liberal Democrat leader Paddy Ashdown reveals that he uses a credit card that makes donations to charity when he uses it. Read more...
Credit cards that can be pre-loaded 'can be economical'
Prepaid credit cards can be good value for money, according to the Prepaid International Forum (PIF). Read more...
Fee-free currency exchange credit card launched by Abbey
A credit card with no foreign exchange fee and no cash advance fee is being launched today. Read more...
Credit card with remote network access piloted
A new corporate credit card is being piloted by Barclaycard which will enable Deloitte employees to gain remote network access. Read more...
Credit card payments with contactless technology 'good for businesses'
Contactless debit and credit card payments will benefit businesses, UK payments association Apacs has said. Read more...
Barclaycard cuts transfer fee
Barclaycard Platinum credit card holders will benefit from a reduction in its balance transfer fee from today. Read more...
Credit card 'could save families money on holiday'
A new credit card that offers fee-free foreign exchange could make holiday spending less expensive, Abbey has said. Read more...
Contactless payments 'could save credit card users time'
Credit and debit card holders could benefit from faster and easier purchases using contactless technology, according to UK payments association Apacs. Read more...
Credit cards 'best option' for internet purchases
Credit cards are always the wisest option when shopping online, according to financial advisors Equifax. Read more...
Tesco credit card offering 0% on purchases
The interest free period has been extended from six months and starts on the date on which the account is opened. Read more...
In store credit up 24% in March
In store credit, including store credit cards, increased by nearly a quarter in March compared with the same month in 2008, according to the Finance and Leasing Association (FLA). Read more...
Credit card customer service award shortlist revealed
A shortlist of the best credit card services has been announced by personal finance magazine Moneywise. Read more...
Charity credit card programme launched
A credit card affinity programme is being launched by Capital One Finance to give supporters a convenient way to donate to charity. Read more...
Contactless credit cards made available to more users
Barclaycard has announced that it will increase the number of contactless enabled cards by offering them to Barclaycard Gold and Classic credit card holders. Read more...
Prepaid credit cards 'increasingly considered by not-for-profit organisations'
Members of not-for-profit organisations are considering prepaid credit cards as a method for managing their finances, according to one US organisation. Read more...
Credit card transaction software available on iPhone
A US company has designed a system to allow iPhone owners to process credit card transactions from their phone. Read more...
Credit card provider Co-operative Bank launches a new development fund
The Co-operative Bank, which offers a charity credit card, hopes to build on its reputation as a social bank by launching a new development fund. Read more...
Credit card holders 'should challenge rate increases'
Credit card holders should ask for an explanation if their rates go up, according to a senior researcher at the consumer body Which?. Read more...
Student account with credit card launched
A student account with an optional credit card has been launched by NatWest. Read more...
Abbey credit cards to change name
Abbey credit cards are to be rebranded as Santander from Monday, it has been announced. Read more...
Which? award won by The Co-operative Bank
An award for the best financial services provider has been won by credit card provider the Co-operative Bank. Read more...
Schools 'should offer financial education'
Financial education – which could include learning about credit cards – is so important it should be taught in schools, according to a leading provider of investment managing products. Read more...
'Employees should make sure they have the right company credit card'
Employees with company credit cards should make sure that they have the best product to suit their needs, comparison site uSwitch.com has advised. Read more...
Football credit cards 'gain popularity'
Football credit cards are becoming increasingly popular as fans want to show allegiance to their team, it has been reported. Read more...
Halifax All In One credit card offers 0% on balance transfers and purchases
A new deal being offered by Halifax means customers switching their credit card accounts can benefit from 0% interest. Read more...
Reminder issued for Sunderland 0% credit card
Football fans in Sunderland have been reminded that they do not have long left to take advantage of an interest-free credit offer on their season tickets. Read more...
Egg wins credit card customer service award
The best credit card for online services was named as Egg in the first ever Moneywise Customer Service Awards. Read more...
Credit card tips offered
Pre-paid credit cards could offer greater security when shopping online, an expert has claimed. Read more...
BT changes credit card rates
BT has changed the rates on its credit card, it has been announced. Read more...
Egg launches next generation credit card
Those who opt for the credit card will receive 1% cashback on all purchases of between £5 and £200 over the course of the year, although transactions will only qualify if they are a registered MasterCard outlet. Read more...
Debit and credit card holders could help raise cash for charity
Every time a customer uses their debit or credit card in a cash machine at Tesco until the end of February 2010, the retailer will make a donation to charity. Read more...
Simple credit card sees increased sales
A credit card that offers uncomplicated services has seen a 10% increase in sales over the past year. Read more...
O2 to launch pre-paid Visa card
A phone company is launching a pre-paid Visa card next month, designed to help people to maintain better control over their spending. Read more...
Pre-paid cards 'are likely to catch on'
Pre-paid cards are likely to catch on with other providers following the lead of O2 and offering them to teenagers, according to a personal finance writer. Read more...
Holidaymakers 'can make savings using pre-paid cards'
According to the BBC, the cards accepted everywhere in the world that conventional cards are normally taken. Read more...
Graduates 'should consider 0% credit cards when working'
Graduates should switch some of their student debt to a 0% credit card once they start working, according to advice from a financial comparison website. Read more...
Businesses without websites 'could be missing out on turnover'
The research by PayPal and website creation package Mr Site, found that over half of small businesses in the UK do not currently have a website. Read more...
Nicki Chapman 'uses two credit cards'
Ex-Pop Idol judge Nicki Chapman has two credit cards, she has revealed. Read more...
FairFX.com suggests those looking to cross the pond could buy dollars now
Pre-paid currency card issuer FairFX.com has suggested that people intending to travel to the States in the next few months could benefit from exchanging some of their money now. Read more...
Sainsbury's Credit Cards: Credit card holders are 'starting to benefit from their reward schemes'
More people are starting to take advantage of the rewards offered by credit card providers, according to research from Sainsbury\'s Credit Cards. Read more...
'Make sure you are getting the best credit card deal', consumers told
Consumers must make sure they get the best deal from their credit cards, according to advice from an online site. Read more...
M&S Money: Independent travellers should ensure they have the correct insurance
Credit card provider M&S Money has advised independent travellers to ensure they have appropriate insurance in case of airline collapse. Read more...
Barclaycard showcases contactless technology for charity donations
Credit card provider Barclaycard has found a way for people to donate money to charity using contactless technology, it has been reported. Read more...
Credit card provider Virgin Money: October is the most dangerous month on the roads
Credit card provider Virgin Money has found that October is the most dangerous month on the roads. Read more...
Sainsbury's credit card 0% introductory period extended
The 0% introductory period has been extended on the Sainsbury\'s credit card from three to ten months, the credit card provider has reported. Read more...
Capital One launches credit card for those without a clean credit record
A credit card for those lacking a clean credit record has been launched in time for Christmas by Capital One. Read more...
Cashback credit cards 'good for saving money on purchases'
Cashback credit cards and air miles credit cards are a good way of saving money, according to a financial information website for consumers. Read more...
Capital One introduces new credit card range
Capital One has introduced a new range of credit cards, offering various features to meet credit card holders’ needs. Read more...
AA launches new rewards credit card
A credit card with 0% for 12 months on balance transfers made within the first 90 days subject to a handling fee has been launched by AA. Read more...
Tesco clubcard credit card 'could benefit those who pay balance every month'
The Tesco clubcard credit card could be a good option for those who always pay off their balance in full every month, according to a national newspaper. Read more...
Virgin credit card has no annual fee and a great rate
The Virgin credit card could be a great option for those looking for a card with no annual fee and a great rate. Read more...
Dozens of reward credit cards are currently available
There are dozens of reward credit cards available on the market that could benefit those who pay off their balance in full every month, according to a national newspaper. Read more...
Manchester United credit card holders 'can have contributions made on their behalf'
Holders of the Manchester United credit card are able to show their support for the team every time they use the card, with the added advantage of knowing contributions will be made to benefit the team. Read more...
John Lewis Partnership rewards credit card 'offers a good rate with added benefits'
Consumers looking for a rewards credit card with a good rate may want to consider the John Lewis Partnership card. Read more...
Saga platinum credit card offers a new low rate
Those looking for a credit card with a low interest rate may want to consider the new offer on Saga\'s platinum credit card. Read more...
Halifax 'offers credit cards for many types of consumer'
Halifax is currently offering a group of credit cards that could suit many different types of consumer. Read more...
John Hitchcox: I have a Barclaycard and American Express credit card
Property developer John Hitchcox has revealed he would much rather use debit and credit cards than cards. Read more...
AA reward credit card 'could save consumers money at the pump'
A new reward credit card from AA could save consumers money on petrol, according to AA Financial Services. Read more...
Santander credit cards 'win industry awards'
Santander Cards has been voted Best Cards Provider in the 2009 Personal Finance Awards. Read more...
Halifax Classic Black and Hot Pink credit cards 'can offer good rates'
Those looking for a credit card with a good rate may want to consider the Halifax Classic Black and Hot Pink credit cards. Read more...
Sainsbury's Finance: Reward credit cards could be a good option
Those looking for a credit card should consider a rewards credit card, Sainsbury\'s Finance has suggested. Read more...
Saga platinum credit card study: Brits will spend less on Christmas than 10 years ago
According to a study by Saga platinum credit cards, Brits are budgeting more this Christmas than a decade ago, spending 35% less than in 1999. Read more...
American Express research: 9 in 10 Brits use vouchers
New research from American Express has revealed almost nine in ten Brits use vouchers to get a reduction in price on goods and services. Read more...
Motorists 'could be benefiting from the new AA credit card'
Many motorists could already be feeling the benefits of owning an AA credit card. Read more...
Prepaid cards 'could make good Christmas presents'
A prepaid card could be an excellent Christmas present to give to a loved one, it has been suggested. Read more...
John Lewis Partnership credit card 'could be a good card for Christmas shopping in-store'
The John Lewis Partnership credit card could prove a good payment method for those considering doing their Christmas shopping at the retailer this year. Read more...
Credit card payments 'will be available on the move'
A new payment system is to be launched, which will allow credit card holders to pay for goods using their smartphone, it has been reported. Read more...
'Shop around for best credit card deal this Christmas'
Consumers should shop around for the best credit card deals if they are choosing this payment method this year. Read more...
Barclaycard: Five million contactless debit and credit cards have been issued
A total of five million contactless debit and credit cards have now been issued in the UK by Barclays and Barclaycard, according to the credit card providers. Read more...
AA credit card 'could help mitigate fuel VAT increase'
AA credit card holders can save money when buying fuel, which could help mitigate the VAT increase, it has been suggested. Read more...
Credit card spenders 'should know their rights'
Consumers doing their Christmas shopping using credit cards or other payment methods should ensure they know their rights, it has been suggested. Read more...
Nationwide: Over half of credit card holders are 'angry' at debt repayment system
According to new research from credit card provider Nationwide, 58% of credit card customers would be angry, shocked or surprised if they found out their credit card provider pays off their most expensive debts last. Read more...
Santander Zero credit card wins top industry award
The Santander Zero credit card won a top European award at a ceremony in Paris this week (December 16th). Read more...
Prepaid cards 'increasingly popular in US'
Prepaid cards are gaining in popularity in the US, it has been reported. Read more...
Supermarket banks 'hold great opportunities'
The current banking environment has created a great opportunity for supermarket banks, it has been suggested. Read more...
Barclaycard: Debit and credit cards used 370 times per second
New figures from Barclaycard have shown the highest number of debit and credit card payments were processed on the last Saturday before Christmas. Read more...
American Express platinum and other cashback credit cards 'could save holders money in New Year'
Credit card holders could ask their company to reduce their interest rate in the New Year, according to advice from a national newspaper. Read more...
The Co-operative Bank: UK ethical market popularity grows
According to credit card provider the Co-operative Bank, expenditure on ethical goods and services has increased almost three-fold in the past decade. Read more...
Credit card 'saves holders money on fuel prices'
With fuel prices set to rise in the New Year, those looking for a new credit card may want to consider the AA credit card. Read more...
'Debit and credit card Christmas week spending up from 2008'
Debit and credit card holders spent more between December 19th and 31st December 2009 than the previous year, according to Barclaycard Payment Acceptance. Read more...
Halifax credit card offer 'available to current account customers'
Halifax customers could be entitled to an extra three months at 0% on purchases with the Halifax All in One Card, if they are a current account customer and take advantage of a new rewards system. Read more...
Santander credit cards: 4.5 million Brits to transfer credit card balance
New research from Santander credit cards has revealed 4.5 million Brits intend to take advantage of introductory balance transfer periods this year. Read more...
Ryanair credit card policy 'criticised by OFT'
Ryanair\'s credit card policy has been criticised by a competition watchdog, it has been reported. Read more...
M&S credit card 'offers 0% on balance transfers for 6 months'
Credit card holders looking to transfer their balance to a new card with a 0% balance transfer deal may want to consider the M&S credit card. Read more...
Nationwide: Balance transfers 'could help ease Christmas debt hangover'
Credit card holders could consider making a balance transfer to avoid a Christmas debt hangover, according to advice from Nationwide. Read more...
Sterling 'hardly affected by Bank of England rate decision'
The sterling hardly reacted to news that the Bank of England will leave interest rates at 0.5 per cent for the tenth month in a row, it has been reported. Read more...
High street spending 'fell in December'
Spending on the high street using credit cards and other payment methods decreased last month, it has been reported. Read more...
Barclaycard 'to launch new reward scheme'
Barclaycard is to launch a new scheme to allow over eight million credit card holders to earn reward points. Read more...
Zero credit card 'offers 0% on balance transfers for 12 months'
Those looking to transfer their Christmas spending to a credit card with 0% on balance transfers may want to consider the Santander Zero credit card. Read more...
