Layaway is back in style: Afraid of debt, shoppers are limiting credit card use Nov 22, 2008
In the mid-1980s, the demand for layaway programs dropped when more people started using credit cards, said Jon Hurst, president of the Retailers Association of Massachusetts ... During that time, some stores also rolled out their own credit cards, and fewer consumers used layaway. (Easton Journal, MA)
Set Up Online Payment Processing in Four Steps Nov 22, 2008
Each product "buy now" link can load an order form in which the shopper can enter credit card information or checkout using any of the supported payment services. Lucas said that the new payment integration makes FormSpring a good choice for brick-and-mortar retailers who want to offer some products for sale on their site, but can't afford a full-blown e-commerce shopping site and for casual online vendors. (SmallBusinessComputing)
The man who loves mean streets Nov 22, 2008
The 56-year-old father of three grown children doesn't own a car or a house and reportedly hasn't had a credit card since 1991. His romantic life is in ruins, too. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Promises of minerals continue with little progress Nov 22, 2008
Hogan used almost all of the Virginia investors money for his own use to support a lavish lifestyle that included giving his wife money for personal expenses and paying his credit card bills, he said. Testimony in the case from Joe Waller, a special agent for the Department of Interior s Office of Inspector General in Billings, discredited as fraudulent a geology report Hogan had given to investors. (Missoulian, MT)
Relief at pump: gasoline below $2 a gallon Nov 22, 2008
"The economics of gasoline and the family budget is not limited to the cost of an individual trip," says Geoff Sundstrom, a spokesman for AAA. "What is more important is, What does the family's gasoline credit card look like at the end of the month?". Still, the price decline could definitely be beneficial. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
Police Log Nov. 20 Nov 22, 2008
2:37 p.m. A woman dropped off a credit card she had found on Granite Street. The card s owner was called, and a message left. (Medfield Press, MA)
Target rejects Pershing's real estate plan Nov 22, 2008
Target does not share Pershing Square s perspective that execution of this proposed transaction will generate measurable shareholder value over time and believes the risks, particularly in light of the serious challenges facing our retail and credit card segments in 2008 and 2009, are significant. jvomhof@bizjournals. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
Playboy in a pickle Nov 22, 2008
The Post report said Davis rang up $US75,000 ($120,000) on a credit card he "swiped" from Valmorbida. Valmorbida said the report was "accurate", but was reluctant to elaborate. (The Age, Australia)
Column: We pay what we want Nov 22, 2008
Ad-Owl is a complete online classified ad submission and payment system that allows fielded data submission, real-time credit card payments and preview, all kinds of upsells and more. Calendar provides any Newsys-based site the ability to create multiple calendars for community groups, search calendars, allow users to submit events, and much more. (Watertown Public Opinion, SD)
Target ends pursuit of Pershing Square deal Nov 22, 2008
Gregg Steinhafel, president and chief executive, said the company believes the risks, particularly in light of the serious challenges facing our retail and credit card segments in 2008, and 2009, are significant. . (AZCentral -- Business)
It's only taxpayer money Nov 22, 2008
The Times of Trenton Op-EdPersonal views on local news & more. Latest user-submitted photos. (NJ.com -- Times)
Make Smart Spending, Saving a Family Resolution Nov 22, 2008
Forty-six percent of American families hold a credit card balance according to the U.S. Census Bureau's 2004 statistics. And in 2007, more than 800,000 bankruptcy cases were filed in the United States. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Letters to the editor (Nov. 14) Nov 22, 2008
If any portion is used to pay back the original bonds, isn t that much like requesting a new credit card to pay off another. I m all for putting Oregon back to work, but after what we ve been through financially lately, let s just be sure we re not borrowing debt to pay off debt or hiring large out-of-Oregon consulting firms to set up satellite offices here to skim the cream off the top. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Automakers need to make case for government aid Nov 22, 2008
"It's like taking your kids' college education fund and spending it on your credit card bills," Pelosi said. Gutierrez said it's more like dipping into a terminally ill child's college fund to pay for lifesaving surgery. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Recession scam targets those looking to improve credit Nov 22, 2008
The saleswoman told me that she works with credit card companies and that they can negotiate with my creditors to get me a lower interest rate. Before she knew it, she was giving her credit card number to the company for a $895 charge ... After the exchange, she contacted her credit card company and received some news she didn t particularly want to hear. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Rolls-Royce to cut 2000 jobs after aviation downturn Nov 22, 2008
Rolls-Royce to cut 2,000 jobs after aviation downturn. Reductions announced in pharmaceutical and paper sectors, while redundancies at BAE prompt row over defence policy. (guardian.co.uk)
Forecourt price war breaks out with fuel at less than 90p a litre Nov 22, 2008
Saturday November 22 2008 00. Saturday November 22 2008. (guardian.co.uk)
Lewisville: Police seek help finding credit card thieves Nov 22, 2008
The Lewisville Police Department is seeking help from the public to identify three suspects who have been stealing credit cards from vehicles and quickly using them at area department stores. Capt. Kevin Deaver of the Lewisville Police Department said the three suspects break into vehicles at gym and fitness center parking lots and steal credit cards. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Ex-MUD Officials Sentenced For Theft Nov 22, 2008
Court documents showed the two now former board directors used their district credit card and checks to purchase residential furnishings, building materials and other goods and services for five years beginning in 2000. The purchases were not approved by the board and Strange and Carlisle personally benefited from them, Harris County District Attorney Kenneth Magidson said. (Click2Houston, TX)
Avoid Busting Your Thanksgiving Budget Nov 22, 2008
Find out how a little planning can save you cash and help you avoid big credit card bills ... Learn how your credit card can help you save and earn you great rewards. (Click2Houston, TX)
Officials: Pentagon Probed Finances Nov 22, 2008
Whitman emphasized that although the FBI can compel banks, credit card companies and other private institutions to produce such records by issuing a National Security Letter, the military is authorized only to request that the institutions turn them over. The CIA has long had similar "noncompulsory" authority, although intelligence officials said that such requests are rare and tend to relate to espionage investigations of the CIA's own officials. (Yahoo News -- Privacy Issues)
Congo leader son fails in gag bid Nov 22, 2008
An attempt by the son of Congo's leader to stop an anti-corruption watchdog from publishing his credit card bills and company records has failed ... The documents on the Global Witness website include credit card bills for expensive designer items purchased in Paris and Hong Kong ... A 35-page credit card bill in Mr Sassou-Nguesso's name includes dozens of transactions relating to luxury goods, including stays at Paris's five-star Hotel Bristol and bills running as high as 13,000 euros at... (Yahoo News -- DR Congo)
Citigroup Dives Again Amid Fears Of More Write-Offs Nov 22, 2008
The announcements failed to ease shareholder concerns about rising credit card losses, soaring home loan foreclosures and budding commercial real estate woes. "They spread their business too far, took too many risks and they're on the hook," said Jason Pride, director of research at Haverford Investments. (Investors Business Daily)
Policy points: Financing transportation and the future of mobility in Mass. Nov 22, 2008
Bonding to me is just maxing out the credit card. We realize that transportation investment equals return on investment and economic benefits. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
BringIt Delivers the Next Generation of Competitive Video Gaming with Skill-Based Competition for Cash 24/7! Nov 22, 2008
Players can fund their BringIt account via PayPal or major credit card and access their secure account at their convenience. As a special welcome, BringIt will match initial deposits up to $20 for those individuals who register and use the service during the open beta period. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Gildas Club NYC Offers Affinity Credit Card to Help New Yorkers Living with Cancer Nov 22, 2008
Most people get a credit card statement every month ... Gildas Club NYC is offering the card in partnership with CardPartner (), a New York-based online company that develops affinity credit card programs for small and mid-sized nonprofits and membership groups nationwide ... CardPartner creates credit card programs that become a groups signature marketing tool, generate incremental revenue, and help supporters express their loyalties to the world. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Wi-Fi TV Launching New Content, New Showroom And Public Conference Call Thanksgiving Week Nov 22, 2008
Wi-Fi TV complete station packages start at only $2,000 and can be purchased with a credit card through PayPal or by check or wire transfer. For more information send an email to or call the office at 949-675-5011 and you will receive information from a Wi-Fi TV Agent. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Beware Of Gift Card 'Gotchas' Nov 22, 2008
When Sharper Image filed for bankruptcy earlier this year, $20 million worth of gift cards were rendered temporarily useless, according to Bill Hardekopf, chief executive of and author of The Credit Card Guidebook. The gadget retailer eventually started honoring outstanding cards again, but required cardholders to spend at least twice the amount on their cards in order to use them. (Forbes -- Business)
Ten Reasons Why the Auto Bailout Is a Bad Idea Nov 22, 2008
Remember that the $750 Billion Troubled Assets Relief Program was designed only to assist banks, but now insurance companies and even credit card giant American Express are trying to get in on the action. Homebuilders, who arguably are as strapped as the automakers, could lobby for some of the action. (Newsmax)
Also: Debt Consolidation For Holiday Cash? Nov 22, 2008
But instead of just biting the bullet and making indefinite credit card payments on top of other bills, the fairly novel debt consolidation is a hot topic ... Things like payday loans and credit cards fall under unsecured debt ... He said keeping the debt unsecured is a good option for people with a lot of credit cards, past-due utility bills and several small loans. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Mumbai: Credit card racket busted Nov 22, 2008
Credit card racket busted, 3 arrested-Mumbai-Cities-The Times of India ... Credit card racket busted, 3 arrested22 Nov 2008, 0244 hrs IST, Ranjani Rajendra, TNN ... Mumbai: The Andheri police has busted a credit card racket and arrested three persons. (India Times, India)
LETTER: 'We just witnessed a hostile takeover of US' Nov 21, 2008
The Question wrote on Nov 20, 2008 11:59 AM:" The Bush Republican legacy: an America buried under mortgage and credit card debt and a blown-out economy, with looming mass unemployment AND hyper-inflation. ". Cognitus wrote on Nov 20, 2008 12:06 PM:" NeoCon writes:"Teddy was a progressive and got booted from the Republican Party. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Sales Legend Walking In Different Shoes Nov 21, 2008
In his original story, Kuralt said: "Did he sell me a pair of shoes? Well, I was a little short of cash, so he took a credit card. No one walks away from the champ without a pair of shoes.". Or now with a slip-free kitchen. (CBS News)
Citigroup shares slide despite royal endorsement Nov 21, 2008
What began as a subprime residential mortgage crisis last year has ballooned into a full-blown debt crisis, escalating defaults in everything from leveraged loans to credit card debt to commercial real estate loans. As worries grow, investors sell -- and in the current Wall Street environment, selling has been leading to more selling. (OregonLive, OR -- Business)
Firm envisions network of electric-vehicle charging sites Nov 21, 2008
Users would pay for their charges by credit card. In addition, about 100 battery "switching stations" would be set up around the Bay Area, and as many as 100 more along the freeways leading to the region. (Los Angeles Times)
Latest SportsFitness Reviews Nov 21, 2008
Ok, so it's not a full-on bloated handset in the same respects as the HTC Touch Pro is to the HTC diamond, but it's still enough to mean that you if you are planning on fitting it in your clutch bag you won't have much room for your lipstick or credit card; for the guys, a suit pocket will be fine. The QWERTY keypad is fairly standard, keys are well spaced and while it's no BlackBerry Bold in its softness of touch, it's certainly easier than using a pokey virtual keyboard on the touchscreen. (Pocket-lint.co.uk)
Citi shares sink despite Saudi prince's investment Nov 21, 2008
What began as a subprime residential mortgage crisis last year has ballooned into a full-blown debt crisis, escalating defaults in everything from leveraged loans to credit card debt to commercial real estate loans. As worries grow, investors sell and in the current Wall Street environment, selling has been leading to more selling. (India Times)
Retailers and credit lenders at odds Nov 21, 2008
Retailers and credit card lenders at odds in crunch- International Business-News-The Economic Times ... Retailers and credit card lenders at odds in crunch21 Nov 2008, 0912 hrs IST, REUTERS ... SAN FRANCISCO: The need by US retailers to sell in hard times has put them at odds with the lenders backing their credit cards. (India Times)
Can Debt Consolidation Free Holiday Cash? Nov 21, 2008
But instead of just biting the bullet and making indefinite credit card payments on top of other bills, the fairly novel debt consolidation is a hot topic ... Things like payday loans and credit cards fall under unsecured debt ... He said keeping the debt unsecured is a good option for people with a lot of credit cards, past-due utility bills and several small loans. (KSBW 8, CA)
Burgers paid for by mobile phone Nov 21, 2008
In Japan, DoCoMo set up a service which allows customers to use their handsets as a credit card. By April there were around 3m wallet phones in Japan using a pre-paid credit system where users topped up their account, often via a website, before using their phone to pay for something. (Yahoo News -- Wireless Technology)
New England economic forecast, state-by-state Nov 21, 2008
Unemployment rates here have stayed low, and consumers have been making credit card payments on time. In addition, manufacturing of national defense products and precision instruments is growing. (Concord Monitor)
EU, US Move Closer to Permanent Deal of Passenger Data Nov 21, 2008
Airlines have to make available passengers addresses, telephone numbers, credit card details, e-mails and other information to help identify suspicious travelers at the earliest possible stage. Information that may point to passengers religious denominations must not be passed on in line with European data protection and anti-discrimination standards. (Yahoo News -- Aviation Security)
Freddie, Fannie suspend foreclosure actions Nov 21, 2008
See today's average credit card rates across the country. Card type. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Police: Man charged $6,000 on stolen credit card Nov 21, 2008
Police are looking for a man who they say stole a credit card out of a Port Orange YMCA locker and charged $6,000 in merchandise -- and it appears he's done it elsewhere. Large electronics were purchased at the Port Orange Target and Walmart on Sept. 18, Capt. Frank Surmaczewicz said Thursday. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
The Anti-ID-Theft Bill That Isn't Nov 21, 2008
A criminal collects enough personal information about you to be able to impersonate you to banks, credit card companies, brokerage houses, etc. Posing as you, he steals your money, or takes a destructive joyride on your good credit. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
Privacy Debacle Hall of Fame Nov 21, 2008
He was dismayed to that many of these drives had not had their memories properly wiped: One still contained data from its days in an ATM machine, and two were packed with credit card numbers. He bought several dozen more used hard drives, and found that overall only about 10 percent had had their memories adequately wiped. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
ID theft scam hunt goes global Nov 21, 2008
As previously reported, a computer seized in the US contained personal data - including names, addresses, credit card information, and transaction records - from around 2,300 UK punters. Closer examination has revealed the details of at least 8,500 people in 60 countries were obtained through the scam. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
When public and private collide Nov 21, 2008
Account names, real names and contact details, but not credit card information, were all visible. And the net's not the only place where personal details can leak out. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
Protecting Your Privacy on the Internet Nov 21, 2008
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Rise in poverty worse than stated Nov 21, 2008
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Kostya KennedyINSIDE THE NHL Nov 21, 2008
Luca Sbisa and Luke Schenn lead NHL's wave of promising teens - Kostya Kennedy - SI.com. Posted: Wednesday November 19, 2008 12:45PM; Updated: Wednesday November 19, 2008 6:12PM. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NHL)
Hacking Airport Wi-Fi Nov 21, 2008
King says that most of his clients are retailers, which are compelled by credit card industry audits to protect the financial data that travel on their networks, but airports are high on his prospect list. He and other security vendors say airports have been slow to harden their airwaves because of cost. (Forbes -- Technology)
Nixon warns seniors to beware scammers Nov 21, 2008
Never give out your Social Security, credit card or bank account numbers to anyone who has contacted you. If legitimate agencies need personal information, give it in person or call them after verifying the number. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Deals are out there for money-stressed skiers Nov 21, 2008
Gone are the days when you could just pile you and your stuff into the car and head for the hills and not worry about maxing out your credit card. Now you've got to fire up the computer first. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Weird News)
Worst is yet to come for Hawaii economy, according to forecast Nov 21, 2008
Laney, while not making projections for construction and other facets of the economy, noted the state is on the downside of a building cycle, and that credit card spending data show Hawai'i consumer and tourist spending were constant this year, but that the number is down when inflation is factored in. Laney delivered his forecast with a caveat that the level of uncertainty surrounding the national and Hawai'i economies remains high and therefore his outlook is subject to change. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Police log: Nov. 20 Nov 21, 2008
She was also advised to contact her credit card company and to do a credit report check to make sure there was no further fraud. On Nov. 14 at 1 p.m., police received a call reporting an erratic driver on Hunnewell and Cedar streets. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Credit card racket busted in Delhi Nov 21, 2008
New Delhi: Police today claimed to have busted a credit card racket in the national capital and seized around 200 such cards from the possession of three people, who have been arrested in this connection ... The team recovered 173 credit cards, 13 PAN cards and 18 driving licenses, all made on fake IDs from their possession, they said. (Sify.com, India)
Thefts and mischief Nov 21, 2008
Nov. 19, 6:47 p.m., credit card fraud was reported in the 200 block of North Marple Street. Nov. 19, 7:21 p.m., telephone harassment was reported in the 900 block of South 10th Street. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
U.S. needs to stop drifting Nov 21, 2008
A stimulus package is needed quickly, said Gerald Holtham, a British economist and hedge fund manager, but for it to be effective a way will have to be found to revive credit markets, and to ensure that tax cuts have an economic impact greater than would come from simply enabling over-leveraged consumers to pay down their credit card balances ... "You don't want the banks to have a lot of three-, four- and five-year Treasuries to buy" with the money they get from a new round of bailouts and from... (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Bags Of Personal Information Found Outside Doctors' Offices Nov 21, 2008
Find out how a little planning can save you cash and help you avoid big credit card bills ... Your customers love to make purchases with their credit cards, so isn't it about time your business started using one as well. (KIRO TV, WA)
Buzz surrounds HOV toll lanes Nov 21, 2008
GW maxed out the credit card and govnm't is looking to pay the shortfall locally. Take my advice, or not, I watch the road. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Relief at pump: gasoline below $2 a gallon Nov 21, 2008
"The economics of gasoline and the family budget is not limited to the cost of an individual trip," says Geoff Sundstrom, a spokesman for AAA. "What is more important is, What does the family's gasoline credit card look like at the end of the month?". Still, the price decline could definitely be beneficial. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
DA: Beware Of Auto Warranty Phone Scams Nov 21, 2008
Reisig said the people who call often ask for your personal and credit card information. "We recommend that if you receive this type of phone call ask the solicitor for a contact phone number. After carefully reviewing your auto warranty then call the company back," Heidi D'Agostino, enforcement officer of the Consumer Fraud Division, said in a statement. (KCRA 3, CA)
Citigroup tries to stop the drop in its share price Nov 21, 2008
Home mortgages, credit card loans, commercial real estate debt all are likely to deteriorate further now that a recession is at hand ... It is unclear just how bad banks' losses on consumer loans, credit cards and mortgages will be as the economy weakens. (International Herald Tribune)
Unused frequent-flier seats in a flash Nov 21, 2008
"You are more likely to continue to use your airline credit card to earn more miles," he said, if you're able to redeem those miles. The site will offer award-seat alerts for five major airlines Alaska, Continental, Delta, United and US Airways when it introduces the service on Tuesday, with plans to add carriers in the future. (International Herald Tribune -- Travel)
