Advanta agrees to refund customers up to $35M in FDIC agreements Jul 2, 2009
-based company violated federal trade laws through its pricing strategies on business credit cards, and in its marketing of cash-back rewards on the cards. Advanta said it did not admit wrongdoing and that it entered the agreements in the interest of expediency and to avoid litigation. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Landrieu, Snowe Push for Increased Credit Card Protections for Small Firms May 14, 2009
"The current lending crisis, however, has only exacerbated this trend. According to the National Small Business Association, the number of small businesses reporting that they use credit cards as a source of financing has increased by 18 percent just since August -- from 41 percent to 59 percent. The National Federation of Independent Businesses estimates that the number of small businesses using credit cards could be as high as 85 percent. At the same time, many small businesses have reported... (PR Newswire)
Frugal Ideas for Traveling May 4, 2009
Some business credit cards or consumer credit cards offer rewards programs that include frequent flier mile redemption. Many credit card companies have special card holder discounts on everything from museums to hotel rooms. (Suite101.com)
What are the changes? Mar 9, 2009
Some exceptions are business credit cards like the Spirit program from American Express. Do I Need to Change / Update Cards. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Loraas charged with felonies Feb 26, 2009
Natalie Johnson, owner of the Cowgal's Great Bend Saloon, alleges Loraas acquired two business credit cards - one in her name and one in her husband's name - and another employee's ATM card personal identification number. Johnson, displaying statements after Tuesday's appearance, showed 13 charges to her husband's credit card and 55 charges to her credit card expending nearly 1,500. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
No Fee Balance Transfer Credit Cards Still Obtainable Despite Credit Crunch Mar 21, 2008
Web surfers looking for business credit cards which combine 0% intro APR on transferred balances with no balance transfer fee can choose from a healthy selection on offer from Citi ... cc site is a no-nonsense website that lists popular and highly recommended business credit cards from some of the most reputable financial institutions in the United States. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Bankrate: Mortgage Rates Post Biggest Increase in 14 Years Feb 21, 2008
com, Inc., each of which publishes mortgage guides and financial rates and information; Nationwide Card Services, which markets a comprehensive line of consumer and business credit cards via the Internet; and Savingforcollege. com, the premier Internet destination for objective information about 529 college savings plans. (PR Newswire)
Credit card changes a burden for small businesses Dec 24, 2007
In their bootstrap beginnings, entrepreneurs often finance operations, capital expenditures and other costs with personal and business credit cards ... David and Sam PR, a Phoenix-based public relations firm, has used business credit cards to cover monthly expenses, to help fund a recent move to new offices, and to acquire desks, telephones, office equipment and a pingpong table, said co-founder Sam Alpert. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Bankrate buys two companies Dec 11, 2007
Nationwide Card Services markets consumer and business credit cards via the Internet. Its clients include financial institutions and credit card issuers. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)
Which Way is Your Business Headed? New Credit-Wisdom.com Offers Businesses Unique Experience Oct 30, 2007
Also offered are a variety of secured and unsecured business credit cards. According to Gilliland, We strive to offer businesses an advantage in having the type of credit they need to leverage their buying power to grow their businesses. (BusinessWire)
Suspect in church con is charged Oct 27, 2007
During roughly the same period, Caron had entered into a business relationship with Dimitrakopoulos, who opened business credit cards using Caron's personal information without Caron's knowledge, a separate warrant said. Police got a search warrant for Dimitrakopoulos' bank accounts and discovered he had spent church construction money on dining out, jewelry, vehicle accessories and lodging, including at the luxurious Waldorf-Astoria hotel in New York. (New Britain Herald, CT)
Embezzlement catches businessman off guard Oct 1, 2007
MacKenzie also gave Mascia American Express and VISA business credit cards to pay company expenses. The indictment alleges Mascia drew MacKenzie Machine checks totaling about $195,000 payable to herself or to cash, then cashed the checks or deposited them to a joint account she maintained with her husband. (New Haven Register, CT)
Exchange Rate Rip-Off Sep 30, 2007
Travel Troubleshooter Christopher Elliott / Keep current on currency of charges (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
India escapes global credit crunch - for now Sep 21, 2007
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FTC dings Hyundai-Kia with W63.1b penalty Sep 7, 2007
Hyundai Motor, Glovis and Hyundai Mobis also used business credit cards issued by Hyundai Card to pay suppliers, raising 16 billion won in commissions for the credit card operator. The FTC's investigations also revealed that Kia Motors contracted Rotem to produce equipment for the company, although other firms had submitted lower prices in a bidding process. (Korea Herald, Korea)
When Mags Meet the Reaper Aug 20, 2007
Small Business Credit Cards. Click Here and Apply Today. (BusinessWeek)
Pushing the Limits Jul 27, 2007
A quick call to American Express revealed that Sak's nine accounts with the company he has three personal and six business credit cards for his two businesses had been singled out for financial review. All accounts were temporarily frozen and AmEx requested documentation proving his income: pay stubs, bank statements or a completed IRS , which authorizes the company to receive a transcript of his tax returns. (SmartMoney)
Discounts Galore Jul 22, 2007
com July 2007 survey of business credit cards. Small-Business Associations. (SmartMoney)
Credit cards cut off gas purchases Jun 16, 2007
Anchorage Daily News. All Alaska in one click -- news, blogs, videos and more. (Anchorage Daily News)
Charge it: More Businesses Paying Taxes with Plastic Jun 13, 2007
The average rate on business credit cards is 14. 02 percent, according to CardRating. (Realtor Magazine Online)
Small businesses pay taxes with credit Jun 12, 2007
Detweiler said that although the 8 percent interest rate used by the IRS is relatively low, some business credit cards offer even more attractive rates ... The average rate on business credit cards is 14. (Anchorage Daily News)
Business Credit Cards: How to Best Benefit from Cash-Back & Rewards May 19, 2007
Business Credit Cards: How to Best Benefit from Cash-Back & Rewards - 5/15/2007 5:30:00 AM - Expert Business Source ... Business Credit Cards: How to Best Benefit from Cash-Back & Rewards ... Business credit cards can be a valuable asset for small business owners looking to separate their personal and business spending, or those seeking a more efficient way to track employee spending. (Multichannel News)
The Wall Street Journal Weekend Edition Considers the Shifting CEO Role May 5, 2007
Money & Investing: * Small Business Credit Cards: Credit card companies are aggressively marketing "small business" cards to even the tiniest businesses. The Journal explains what these cards are good for. (Primezone Releases)
Credit cards zapping profits Apr 29, 2007
com Avi Fernnai, owner of the 7-Eleven on Baltimore Pike in Clifton Heights, is resigned he has to pay a fee each time his customers use their credit cards to make a purchase. Although he sees it as undesirable, he accepts it to make the transaction easier for his patrons. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Credit cards pulled as banks fear fraud Feb 18, 2007
Winners security breach prompts move, institutions insist it's only a precaution Feb 15, 2007 04:30 AM Tara Perkins Dana Flavelle Business reporters. Banks are issuing thousands of new credit cards to Canadians whose card numbers were stolen or exposed to potential fraud in a security breach at the company that owns the Winners and HomeSense retail chains. (Toronto Star)
