Credit Card Fraud and Identity Theft

Posted by CardOffers.com Staff | September 4th, 2009 | Advice for Seniors, Advice for Students, General Information, Help & Tips

Along with the privileges of having a credit card comes the responsibility of being on your guard for the potential of identity theft. Since the advent of the internet, thieves have access to a wider range of methods and strategies to secure your credit card information. This means that you must learn how to protect yourself from the possibility of credit card fraud and hold onto your good financial name… Read Full Story

What Does A New Credit Card User Need To Know?

Posted by Tracy Kerscher | August 21st, 2009 | Advice for Students, General Information, Help & Tips

For many people, the first taste of having a credit card comes while still in school. Whether you are a teen whose parents secured a credit card to develop your financial management skills, or a college student who just became the proud owner of your first credit card, there are a few things you need to keep in mind.

One of the first facts that every new credit card… Read Full Story

Choosing a Credit Card for College Students

Posted by Tracy Kerscher | July 28th, 2009 | Advice for Students

Many people leave college with lifelong friendships, newly discovered independence, and a degree. Unfortunately, many young people also leave college with bad credit.

College students are bombarded on a daily basis with offers of free gifts, simply for filling out a credit card application. However, they usually don’t consider the consequences that being an irresponsible credit card holder can have on the rest of their lives. Read Full Story