The Credit Card Act of 2009 has established new rules for creditors to follow. This bill outlines the ways in which consumers can regain control over their debt.

Dec 27, 2009 - Jennifer Williams

In 2009, Congress passed the Credit Card Accountability Responsibility Act. Do you know what changes this act made to protect you and your finances?

May 4, 2011 - Deborah M.

Will the Credit CARD Act of 2009- governing card user fees, penalties and expirations- result in higher interest rates and reduced credit availability?

Sep 7, 2010 - Vanessa Cross

Predatory lending practices induced Congress to pass the CARD Act. It is intended to provide greater stability in interest rates. Consumers have more protection.

Feb 7, 2010 - David A. Todd

The effects of the new US credit card laws and how to improve one's credit rating scores. A few tips from Ellie Kay's new book.

Aug 25, 2009 - Christine Fadhley

On May 15, 2009 at a New Mexico town hall meeting , President Obama called upon Congress to pass credit card reform before Memorial Day. On May 20, 2009 Congress complied

May 21, 2009 - David J. Shestokas

The CARD Act of 2009 modified credit card interest rate increases and the billing practices utilized by credit card companies to protect consumers.

May 25, 2010 - Candice Edwards

The first portion of the new federal credit card laws are now in effect. Congress signed this bill in hopes that it would give consumers more power over their credit.

Dec 23, 2009 - Jennifer Williams

Native American citizenship has been a long struggle, both politically and culturally.

Dec 23, 2006 - Jeffrey R Gudzune

The Federal Reserve's interpretation of a 2009 law to limit credit card abuse could affect a stay-at-home mom or dad's ability to build independent credit.

Mar 2, 2011 - Tricia Masenthin

Getting approval for many credit cards can be hard for those with bad credit. Many turn to the adverse credit sector for help. What are the pros and cons?

Sep 11, 2009 - Carol Finch

One real benefit that paying for goods or services with a credit card is the added protection given to consumers under Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act 1974.

May 27, 2009 - Neil Gunn

A credit card purchase of between £100 and £30,000 is covered by S75 of the Consumer Protection Act 1974. Get a credit card refund when the transaction goes wrong.

Dec 4, 2008 - Asa Ghaffar

Financial self empowerment requires eliminating credit card debt once and for all.

Apr 13, 2009 - Ellen Wilson

Not all credit cards are the same. Read how credit, debit, charge and departmental store cards are different from one another.

Sep 8, 2009 - Wei Yin Wong

Although one of the causes of debt, in many respects it makes good sense to apply for a 0% interest credit card for purchases. Look at the advantages over paying cash.

Feb 27, 2009 - Neil Gunn

A debt free solution provides an alternative to bankruptcy that can eliminate debt. Settling credit card debt involves making a partial debt repayment to creditors.

Aug 24, 2009 - Asa Ghaffar

Many coping with high levels of debt may consider a consolidation loan, but if credit cards are part of the problem, consider a zero percent balance transfer credit card.

Feb 11, 2009 - Neil Gunn

Stay on the right financial track by avoiding the pitfalls of plastic. Learn how to steer clear of credit card debt, high interest rates, and other issues.

Jul 5, 2009 - Bryan Parker

When using or choosing credit cards, avoid minimum repayment, cash advances, exceeding credit limit, paying bills late, cards with reward points and charity cards.

Sep 17, 2009 - Wei Yin Wong