Best Credit Card Tips for 2010

December 30th, 2009 | by admin |

The new credit card law that takes effect in 2010 will bring about changes for issuers and cardholders. Issuers will be bound by restrictions on rate hikes and fees and increased disclosure requirements. Borrowers will need to know the key provisions in the law and the loopholes.

Bankrate has put together a top ten moves for you to consider for 2010 when it comes to your credit cards. These moves include improving your credit score to get better rates, paying off your holiday purchases, using inactive credit cards to keep them active- and to make sure the credit card issuer does not close them for inactivity.

Also on the list is to use caution when closing credit cards. As you may be aware, closing credit cards can lower your credit score because the reduced amount in available credit can make your debt appear to rise. This directly affects your credit score.

While millions of us are using credit cards to live during this ecomomic downturn, all signs point to a slow recovery, therefore you should prioritize getting out of credit card debt as soon as your budget and income allow for it.

Remember that your credit reports are directly tied to your credit card offers,  so even with the new credit card ammendments, issuers can still cut you off if you become a risk. Keeping your credit rating good is essential.

Finally, pay close attention to your credit cards total history. What this means is to make sure the credit card issuers are reporting not only your balance but also your accurate credit limit.

Sometimes borrowers find that a bank or credit card issuer does  not report their credit limit. When this happens it makes it appear as if you have a higher debt ratio. If you notice that your credit card is NOT reporting your limit, be sure to contact them immediately and request it.

If you need help getting out of credit card debt and cant seem to tackle the task on your own, consider a debt management program like Careone.

By using a program like this for unsecured debts (like credit cards), you can reduce your monthly debt by up to 57% and get help prioritizing the payoffs quicker.

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