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				<title>Credit Card Applications - Getting Accepted</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 22 May 2006 12:32:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>applying for a credit card</category><category>apply for a credit card</category><category>platinum credit card</category><category>gold credit card</category><category>credit card application</category><category>regular credit card</category><category>credit card limit</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/credit-card-applications-getting-accepted</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Although they can be painful at times, life today without the ease of a credit card is no longer a reality. So, if you think you want a credit card, here are some essential factors you'll need to consider when applying for a credit card:  Your Credit History  One of the most essential elements to]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Although they can be painful at times, life today without the ease of a credit card is no longer a reality. So, if you think you want a credit card, here are some essential factors you'll need to consider when <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/applying+for+a+credit+card" rel="tag">applying for a credit card</a>: <br /><br /> Your Credit History <br /><br /> One of the most essential elements to applying for a credit card is what you current credit history is. <br /><br /> * If you have a bad credit history, then it is going to be much harder applying for a credit card.  * If you have a good credit history, then it is going to be much easier applying for a credit card.  * If you have no credit history, then you may well need to create a credit history, by having a loan or hire-purchase agreement, before you can <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/apply+for+a+credit+card" rel="tag">apply for a credit card</a>. <br /><br /> If you're in any doubt what your credit history may be, then you should apply for a copy of your credit history. You can do this by applying for a copy of your credit history from a credit reference agency -- who may charge you a small sum for providing this to you. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+card+limit" rel="tag">Credit Card Limit</a> <br /><br /> Having discovered that you have a good enough credit history to apply for a credit card, the next thing you need to do is to decide on how much of a credit line you want to apply for. Normally, what your income is will decided this -- but sometime your savings can also be important. <br /><br /> Depending on what your income and savings are, you can then apply for a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/regular+credit+card" rel="tag">regular credit card</a>, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/gold+credit+card" rel="tag">gold credit card</a>, or <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/platinum+credit+card" rel="tag">platinum credit card</a>. <br /><br /> Submitting Your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+card+application" rel="tag">Credit Card Application</a> Form <br /><br /> You now need to go through the process of choosing which credit provider meets your needs. Once you have done this, you can then submit an application to that credit card company. <br /><br /> Once the credit card company you have applied to has reviewed your application form, they'll either approve your application or ask you to comply with certain conditions. The type of conditions they may ask you to comply with include asking you to have some money on a deposit account with them. <br /><br /> Credit Card Application Is Refused <br /><br /> If your application for a credit card is refused, you must ask why. If you don't, you'll never know whether the application has been refused because you failed the credit rating test or because you completed the application form wrong! <br /><br /> If you failed the credit rating test, then you know you need to apply for a credit card with another credit card provider. However, if it is because you filled in the form wrong, you can still reapplying using a correctly completed application form. So don't be shy to ask "why?" if the credit card provider tells you that you failed in your credit card application!   <bio>Joe Kenny writes for the credit card comparison sites <a href="http://www.creditcards121.com">http://www.creditcards121.com</a> and also <a href="http://www.cardguide.co.uk">http://www.cardguide.co.uk</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Do's and Don't With Your First Credit Card</title>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 28 Sep 2008 07:15:28 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>first timers</category><category>rule of thumb</category><category>approval letter</category><category>background papers</category><category>hundred thousand</category><category>helpful tips</category><category>thousand dollars</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/dos-and-dont-with-your-first-credit-card</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Finding your credit card for the first time can be a rough one if you don't know what you're doing. There are a lot of things most people pass by them when they are trying to apply for credit for the first time. While there are some good things you can do, there are also some things you should]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Finding your credit card for the first time can be a rough one if you don't know what you're doing. There are a lot of things most people pass by them when they are trying to apply for credit for the first time. While there are some good things you can do, there are also some things you should avoid at all costs in order to get that <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/approval+letter" rel="tag">approval letter</a> in your mailbox. Here are some <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/helpful+tips" rel="tag">helpful tips</a> that you can use in order to start building your credit for the first time:<br><br>Don't apply for too many cards -- My <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/rule+of+thumb" rel="tag">rule of thumb</a> is if you're looking to get your first card, don't apply for five cards at once. Instead, try and apply for one card. After you apply for that card, wait for the letter in the mailbox. If you get approved, that's great, start using it! If you don't get approved, don't get discouraged. There are so many cards on the market. Instead, apply for another one. The reason you don't wan to apply for a ton of cards at once because it can look bad on your credit report. If the companies see that you are applying for a ton of cards, they may become suspicious.<br><br>Don't lie -- What many first timer's do when they apply for their first card is lie. Credit card companies know how much you make and they know your history. So, don't try to lie and say you make one <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/hundred+thousand" rel="tag">hundred thousand</a> dollars a year. They have access to many <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/background+papers" rel="tag">background papers</a> that you may not be aware of. If they notice you're lying a lot on your application, this may reduce your odds of getting approved.<br><br>Don't get discouraged -- Applying for your first credit card can be a rough one. Don't get mad if no one is accepting you. Instead, think of all of the possibilities out there that you can take advantage of. There are hundreds of banks out there that want your business. Go out there and find them. It took me five applications before I found my first card.<br><br>These are just a few things you shouldn't do when you apply for your first card. Keep your head up high and apply for one card at a time as I mentioned above. Don't be afraid to tell the truth. If you only make $7 a hour at the local fast food chain, don't worry!! As an 18 or 20 year old, they aren't expecting you to be a millionaire; we are all humans after all.<br><br>Getting that first card can be tempting. Make sure that you watch your spending and you don't spend more than you make. If you start to get bills over your head and you can't pay them off in time, you may want to second guess your card. This is how debt starts and you definitely don't want to go down that path. Getting a credit card can have many rewards. As long as you don't abuse the card, you should have great success with your first credit card.<bio>Find your <a href="http://www.findcollegecards.com">first credit card</a> and more of Tom's work at FINDcollegecards.</bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Getting Denied For a Credit Card</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 02 Jul 2008 00:57:19 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you're currently a student and you've been on the hunt for a credit card, you may have found yourself getting into a bind you didn't want to find yourself getting into, getting denied for a credit card application. What most college students think when they apply for their first card is that]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[If you're currently a student and you've been on the hunt for a credit card, you may have found yourself getting into a bind you didn't want to find yourself getting into, getting denied for a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+card+application" rel="tag">credit card application</a>. What most college students think when they apply for their first card is that they are going to get approved and never think of the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/denial+letter" rel="tag">denial letter</a> coming through the mail. A denial letter from a credit company is no different than a college denying you.<br><br>When you get that denial <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/letter+in+the+mail" rel="tag">letter in the mail</a>, a lot of people just think they are going to get the same letter for every card they apply for and that couldn't be further from the truth. There are some things you can have to look out for when applying for your card and if you follow the right steps, you can get your first credit card in no time.<br><br>Applying for the wrong card -- If you find yourself applying for a regular credit card and you have no credit history, you're already on the wrong path. I can tell you right now you're going to get denied for this card. These types of cards are generally for people that already have established their credit. If you're currently going to school, you're going to want and try a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/student+credit+card" rel="tag">student credit card</a>. If you're not attending school, you may want to try a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/department+store" rel="tag">department store</a> card.<br><br>Invalid application -- Sometimes when you fill out an application, you may forget to put in some information. This usually only applies to a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/paper+application" rel="tag">paper application</a> you send through the mail. Even though the card companies will tell you if you missed a particular field on the form, they don't always do this. It's best to look for the reason you're denied on the card. If you don't see a good explanation, you can always try and call up the card company to see if you get a better answer.<br><br>No income -- Just because you have no credit history and/or perfect credit, this doesn't mean you're going to get approved right away. If you're currently making no money, a credit company isn't going to risk giving you a card. If you're <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/debt+rate" rel="tag">debt rate</a> is high as well, the credit companies are going to be very hesitant as well. Make sure you browse over your personal finances before you apply for your next card to see if this could possibly be the problem.<br><br>The important thing to remember when applying for a credit card is that you look for a card in your credit range. If you have no credit, you will want to apply for a student card. If you have poor credit, then you obviously want to go the poor credit route, it usually isn't that hard to justify what kind of credit you have. As long as you have a good track record and you apply for the right card, you shouldn't have a problem getting approved for your next application.<bio>Start your credit today with a <a href="http://www.findcollegecards.com">student credit card</a> and find more of Tom's work at FINDcollegecards.</bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Apply Online Personal Credit Card</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 01 Mar 2007 12:27:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>personal credit card</category><category>credit card company</category><category>creditcards</category><category>credit cards</category><category>cashback</category><category>choices</category><category>scam artists</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/apply-online-personal-credit-card</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Apply online for a personal credit card is a very simple process and something that you should not judge in weeks. It should take you no more than five minutes to fill out the application and you can often received an approval anywhere from 30 seconds up to a max of a day or two. The questions that]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Apply online for a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/personal+credit+card" rel="tag">personal credit card</a> is a very simple process and something that you should not judge in weeks. It should take you no more than five minutes to fill out the application and you can often received an approval anywhere from 30 seconds up to a max of a day or two. The questions that I asked a very simple and you should not even have to think about it. Within this article on how to apply online for a personal credit card, we are going to talk about a couple the specifics they should look for in a credit card that you want to receive.<br /><br /><br /><br /> The first key is to decide what type of credit card you want.  This is going to be dependent upon what type of person you are and what sort of rewards that you may want to see what the card. If you like <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/cashback" rel="tag">cashback</a> look for a cashback card. If you travel frequently and airline miles card may be something that would be of benefit to you. A great website that I would like to point out for you to use is: <a href="http://www.<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/creditcards" rel="tag">creditcards</a>.com" >http://www.creditcards.com</a>. There is a great section near the bottom half of the homepage that is called Credit Card Recommender. This is a great resource that this website has because it can help you decide what type of credit card that you want by narrowing down your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/choices" rel="tag">choices</a>. There's so many different <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+cards" rel="tag">credit cards</a> out there that it can almost be completely bewildering if you don't narrow down the number of choices for you to look at. <br /><br /> When you're looking for a credit card in the second part of this apply online personal credit card, there will be certain information that you have to give to the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+card+company" rel="tag">credit card company</a>.  Make sure that you feel comfortable with the website and the credit card that you're applying for because of many <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/scam+artists" rel="tag">scam artists</a> out there. It is easier to not apply for card and not have to deal with a fraud situation than to try to clean up if I situation that occurred because you gave your information of the wrong website. The website that I am listed above seems very credible than I would have no problems apply for a credit card there. When applying for the credit card, you will often be asked where you live, how long you've lived there, for your so security number is laws and e-mail address, and how much you make a year. All this information will be taken and used along with a credit report to decide whether or not you are approved or denied for a credit card. That is the short and the skinny for how to apply online personal credit card. It is a very simple process and not something they should do it.  <bio>Mario Churchill is a freelance author and has written over 200 articles on various subjects. For more information checkout <a href="http://www.better-credit-cards.com" >http://www.better-credit-cards.com</a> and <a href="http://www.creditrequests.com" >http://www.creditrequests.com</a>. </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Apply Online Credit Card Application</title>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 03 Mar 2007 20:27:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>apply for credit cards</category><category>apply for a credit card</category><category>credit card application</category><category>address phone number</category><category>identity theft</category><category>credit score</category><category>fraud unit</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/apply-online-credit-card-application</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[An online credit card application is very summer to apply for a credit card in any other situation. The same sort of information is going to be asked and your credit report will still have to be looked at. The only difference is that you don't have anything to fill out by hand in your to sign your]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[An online <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+card+application" rel="tag">credit card application</a> is very summer to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/apply+for+a+credit+card" rel="tag">apply for a credit card</a> in any other situation. The same sort of information is going to be asked and your credit report will still have to be looked at. The only difference is that you don't have anything to fill out by hand in your to sign your name. Here is what happens when you think in one to apply for an online credit card application. <br /><br /> When you want to apply online for a credit card application, you'll be asked the same sort of information at every site that you look at him for a credit card. The information along to be asked is how long you've been a residence, how much you make, and then more information they would consider standard biker <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/address+phone+number" rel="tag">address phone number</a>. You will often be asked for your source tree number as well so make sure that you are doing is with a reputable site. There are many scam artists out there today who can use your Social Security number to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/apply+for+credit+cards" rel="tag">apply for credit cards</a>. This is why you must be careful whenever applying online for a credit card because is very easy to steal your identity and it takes many years to resolve the issues that come from <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/identity+theft" rel="tag">identity theft</a> situation. <br /><br /> When you want to apply online and with a critical application, take a look at the different sorts of rewards and features that come with every card. When the key things that should be standard on any car that you look for our identity protection and fraud detection. Fraud can happen on any card without the card actually leaving your wallet so you will want to make sure that there's a strong <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/fraud+unit" rel="tag">fraud unit</a> that looks into any sort of possible transactions that do look suspicious. <br /><br /> Applying online credit card application is a very simple process and you can often get instant approval or denial so that you know what the outcome is. Make sure to not apply for many cards because this doesn't hurt your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+score" rel="tag">credit score</a> and make sure that it is a card that you want. Their many different credit cards up there so make sure that you're getting what you want. If you need to get a house or a car at some point, too many credit cards can be a red flag and it could cause you to get denied for that. You don't want credit cards to get in the way of your bigger purchases like that.   <bio>Mario Churchill is a freelance author and has written over 200 articles on various subjects. For more information checkout <a href="http://www.better-credit-cards.com" >http://www.better-credit-cards.com</a> and <a href="http://www.creditrequests.com" >http://www.creditrequests.com</a>. </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Getting Approved For Your First Unsecured Credit Card</title>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 18 Nov 2006 00:27:15 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Credit cards are considered as one of the necessities in today's life. Besides, with a credit card, you can literally purchase any product or services without having money in your pocket at all. No longer will you run the risk of getting your money stolen by simply having a credit card.  However,]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Credit cards are considered as one of the necessities in today's life. Besides, with a credit card, you can literally purchase any product or services without having money in your pocket at all. No longer will you run the risk of getting your money stolen by simply having a credit card. <br /><br /> However, with all the advantages that a credit card can give you, you will find that it is quite difficult to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/apply+for+a+credit+card" rel="tag">apply for a credit card</a> and getting approved. There are a lot of things you have to consider before a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+card+issuer" rel="tag">credit card issuer</a> or a bank can get you approved for a credit card. <br /><br /> The first thing you need to know and need to have when <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/applying+for+a+credit+card" rel="tag">applying for a credit card</a> is a good credit rating. Your credit rating is one of the essentials that a credit card issuer or a bank will look at in order to get you approved for a credit card. By having a good credit rating, you will be sure that you can get yourself approved. <br /><br /> However, if you don't have any credit history or a bad credit rating it will relatively be hard or even impossible for you to get approved for a credit card. In order to obtain a credit history or repair your credit rating, you can always apply for a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/secured+credit+card" rel="tag">secured credit card</a>. <br /><br /> Unlike an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/unsecured+credit+card" rel="tag">unsecured credit card</a>, it will require you to deposit money on an account. The amount you deposit will be the credit limit for a secured credit card. You will also receive a monthly billing statement like an unsecured credit card. <br /><br /> You have to remember that a prepaid credit card and a debit card are different from a secured credit card. Debit card and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/prepaid+credit+cards" rel="tag">prepaid credit cards</a> will never repair or build your credit rating. <br /><br /> One main disadvantage of a secured credit card is that it will usually have a high interest rate than most <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/unsecured+credit+cards" rel="tag">unsecured credit cards</a>. However, it is also a great way to control your credit card purchases. It is also a great way for you to become a responsible credit card holder and help you prepare to own an unsecured credit card. <br /><br /> Not only that, it will also help you build a good credit rating or help you repair a bad credit rating. With this kind of feature, you will definitely get yourself prepared to own an unsecured credit card. <br /><br /> Owning a credit card will also mean being more responsible for your purchases. With a secured credit card, you can train yourself to be a more responsible credit card holder. This is because, aside from the advantages that an unsecured credit card can give you, there are some people that buy irresponsibly. The feature that a credit card offers will usually tempt people to buy things that they don't really need and will often result in getting into huge amounts of credit card debt. <br /><br /> By first getting an unsecured credit card, you will be sure that you can be a more responsible credit card holder. <br /><br /> So, if you want to apply for an unsecured credit card, getting a secured credit card first is recommended if you don't know what you are getting into or if you want to build a credit history or repair your credit rating.  <bio>Mario Churchill is a freelance author and has written over 200 articles on various subjects. For more information checkout <a href="http://www.obtainfastcreditcards.com" >http://www.obtainfastcreditcards.com</a> and <a href="http://ccardsblog.info" >http://ccardsblog.info</a>. </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Apply Bad Card Credit Credit Online</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 05 Mar 2007 08:27:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>creditcards</category><category>bad credit credit card</category><category>credit cards</category><category>moving in the right direction</category><category>credit credit card</category><category>participation fee</category><category>program fee</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/apply-bad-card-credit-credit-online</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Within this article on Apply bad card credit credit online, we will look at a couple of different cards that you can look at applying for. We will look at the benefits of each card and let you come up with the decision on what you think the best card for you is.  The first card we will look at]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Within this article on Apply bad card credit credit online, we will look at a couple of different cards that you can look at applying for. We will look at the benefits of each card and let you come up with the decision on what you think the best card for you is. <br /><br /> The first card we will look at within this article on apply bad card credit credit online can be found at: <a href="https://www.firstpremierbankgold.com/fees50/" >https://www.firstpremierbankgold.com/fees50/</a>. This website lists all of the information regarding what you will want to look for. This card offers an attractive fixed rate of only 9.9%. That is a great rate but when you keep reading, there is a one-time fee of $29 as well as a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/program+fee" rel="tag">program fee</a> of $145 and a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/participation+fee" rel="tag">participation fee</a> of $72, billed at six dollars a month. If you are starting to rebuild your credit, you should look into making small purchases and then paying off that balance every month. That will start you slowly <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/moving+in+the+right+direction" rel="tag">moving in the right direction</a>. <br /><br /> The second card that we will look at is in the Orchard Lake Platinum MasterCard. Being a percentage rate on this is higher, running around 14%. There is an annual fee for this between 39 and $59 but it did not list any sort of program fee or participation fee as with the card mentioned above. They do have periodic credit limit increases so as you make on-time payments and continue to build your bad credit towards good credit, you will be rewarded with a higher limit on your credit card. This is another example of how to apply for bad card credit credit online. <br /><br /> I have used a couple of different examples from one page, where you can great deals of information and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+cards" rel="tag">credit cards</a> that you can apply for online: <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/creditcards" rel="tag">creditcards</a>.com/bad-credit.php" >http://www.creditcards.com/bad-credit.php</a>. <br /><br /> Use the information above is the guy we should look for when choosing a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/bad+credit+credit+card" rel="tag">bad <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+credit+card" rel="tag">credit credit card</a></a> for yourself. There are many different options that you have out there and you should not limit yourself to the first one on the list. Good luck in finding card that meets your needs and helps you rebuild your credit. Remember that this is a car that you will use probably for a least a year before acquiring a better card that can reward you so choose wisely. That is the best advice that we can possibly give you.  <bio>Mario Churchill is a freelance author and has written over 200 articles on various subjects. For more information checkout <a href="http://www.better-credit-cards.com" >http://www.better-credit-cards.com</a> and <a href="http://www.creditrequests.com" >http://www.creditrequests.com</a>. </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Rebuild Your Credit With a Secured Credit Card</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 08 Jul 2008 02:43:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>secured credit cards</category><category>secured card</category><category>secured credit card</category><category>little bit</category><category>people with bad credit</category><category>crowd</category><category>credit card company</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/rebuild-your-credit-with-a-secured-credit-card</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[There are millions of Americans that are in debt and a lot of them are doing nothing about it. Instead, they sit back and whine to others on why they can't rebuild credit or make any progress on their debt? Why is this? It's simple; these are the unmotivated, lazy people of America. They aren't]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[There are millions of Americans that are in debt and a lot of them are doing nothing about it. Instead, they sit back and whine to others on why they can't rebuild credit or make any progress on their debt? Why is this? It's simple; these are the unmotivated, lazy people of America. They aren't taking any steps to make progress on their bills and instead of doing something, they would rather complain until your ear falls. Guess what America!? No one cares if you're in debt, join the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/crowd" rel="tag">crowd</a>. <br><br>Now, if that isn't enough to bring you into reality, I don't know what is. I'm going to show you a few tips on how you can rebuild your credit and what you should look out when you do decide to rebuild it. I'm going to talk to you a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/little+bit" rel="tag">little bit</a> about <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/secured+credit+cards" rel="tag"><a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/secured+credit+card" rel="tag">secured credit card</a>s</a>. If you don't know what a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/secured+card" rel="tag">secured card</a> is, it's a credit card designed for <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/people+with+bad+credit" rel="tag">people with bad credit</a> who are looking to rebuild or reestablish their credit. Just like a credit card, the only difference is that this card will require that you have a deposit on your account so that if you don't pay your bills, the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+card+company" rel="tag">credit card company</a> will have money to take from you without have to worry about trying to get it out of you.<br><br>Here are a few things you should look out for when you do decide that you want to apply for a secured credit card --<br><br>The annual fee -- The annual fee is one the biggest fees on a secured credit card. While it's rare to find a card with no annual fee, it's possible but make sure that when you do apply that you're aware of the annual fee. This is the fee you're going to have to pay regardless of what you do with your card. As long as the card is active, you'll have to pay it.<br><br>Deposit - As mentioned above, you're going to have to give the credit card company a deposit in order to open the card. Since your credit will be fairly bad, this is the reason they will ask for it. Make sure that you're aware of how much you're going to have to deposit in order to open the card. This will range anywhere from a few dollars to as much as a few hundred dollars.<br><br>Do they report? -- One of the reasons you'll be getting a secured credit card is because you'll want to rebuild your credit. You're going to want to make sure that these cards report to all of the three credit bureaus. When you apply, make sure that you check out to see if they do. This will always be in the terms. If the card doesn't, you'll want to look elsewhere.<br><br>When it comes to rebuilding your credit, this is one option in doing so. Make sure that you follow these tips above and do your research. If you can accomplish this, you'll be able to rebuild and reestablish your credit in no time!<bio>Find <a href="http://www.findsecuredcards.com">secured credit card applications</a> and more of Tom's work at FINDsecuredcards.</bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Apply Online Now Credit Card</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 01 Mar 2007 14:27:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>apply for a credit card</category><category>apply for a credit card online</category><category>credit cards</category><category>creditcards</category><category>tedious</category><category>balance transfer</category><category>airline miles</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/apply-online-now-credit-card</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[There are many different credit cards they can apply for a not all of them off her instant approval. Today we're going to look at how to apply online now for a credit card.  Regardless of whether or not you can receive instant approval for a card, you should look for a card that is going to fit]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[There are many different <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+cards" rel="tag">credit cards</a> they can apply for a not all of them off her instant approval. Today we're going to look at how to apply online now for a credit card. <br /><br /> Regardless of whether or not you can receive instant approval for a card, you should look for a card that is going to fit your particular situation. One person can be happy using a card with <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/airline+miles" rel="tag">airline miles</a> while another point need cash back.  Your life is going to dictate what you need, whether that be 0% interest or if you should go for a rewards card because you pay off your balance every month. This is a decision that you must make on your own. <br /><br /> The resource that we will point me towards to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/apply+for+a+credit+card" rel="tag">apply for a credit card</a> online is: <a href="http://www.<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/creditcards" rel="tag">creditcards</a>.com/instant-approval.php" >http://www.creditcards.com/instant-approval.php</a>. There are many different cards that you will see here so take your time and looking for a car that can work for you. One of the cards that caught my eye right away that you may want to look into was the Discover Gas Card. This card offered a 0% promotional <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/balance+transfer" rel="tag">balance transfer</a> for the 12 months as well as 5% back on gas for the card. This is an interesting kind of combination because most cards will either offer 0% or rewards but not both. If you can find a good card like this among the others; it would be worth your time to apply. Be sure to look for a card that offers a no annual fee because this should be standard for most cards today and you are giving them your business so you should not have to pay for it. Look at the interest rate that you will pay as well as what sort of fraud and security guarantee the card will offer you. <br /><br /> When applying online now for a credit card, make sure that you read through the disclosures so that you get an idea how the card is used and what kind of terms you are looking at. This may seem <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/tedious" rel="tag">tedious</a> but is easier to prevent a problem now than to have to deal with one in the future. Hopefully this information in this article on apply online no credit card will help you decide what card you want. A card that seems also to be interesting is the PayPal credit card where you can get a certain number of months free for eBay purchases if you use that PayPal credit card. The next time that you are using PayPal, check out the car and see if it can match up with any of these other cards that you can find at the website listed above.  <bio>Mario Churchill is a freelance author and has written over 200 articles on various subjects. For more information checkout <a href="http://www.better-credit-cards.com" >http://www.better-credit-cards.com</a> and <a href="http://www.creditrequests.com" >http://www.creditrequests.com</a>. </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Credit Card Faqs - What If I'm Turned Down?</title>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 11 Jun 2006 12:32:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>apply for a credit card</category><category>apply for credit cards</category><category>mail</category><category>email</category><category>credit card debt</category><category>secured credit card</category><category>credit card issuer</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/credit-card-faqs-what-if-im-turned-down</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[So, you've filled out the application and are waiting for your brand new, shiny credit card to arrive in the mail. But when the letter finally arrives, you're not greeted with a new credit card, but a denial letter instead. What to do? Read the fact below and determine your next steps.  1. What are]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[So, you've filled out the application and are waiting for your brand new, shiny credit card to arrive in the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mail" rel="tag">mail</a>. But when the letter finally arrives, you're not greeted with a new credit card, but a denial letter instead. What to do? Read the fact below and determine your next steps. <br /><br /> 1. What are some of the reasons that I can get turned down for a credit card? <br /><br /> There are many reasons that people are turned down when they <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/apply+for+credit+cards" rel="tag">apply for credit cards</a>. Every credit card company has its own rules and guidelines - and in many cases, those guidelines vary from credit card to credit card issued by the same company. Some of the reasons that you might get turned down for a credit card include: <br /><br /> a) Insufficient income. If your income is $25,000 a year, be sure that you <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/apply+for+a+credit+card" rel="tag">apply for a credit card</a> that will accept someone with a $25,000 annual income. <br /><br /> b) You've been recently rejected by too many other companies <br /><br /> c) Your credit history is poor. It will show if you've missed payments or made them late, or if you've defaulted on a loan in the past. Some lenders will overlook bad credit and offer you a credit card with a higher interest rate, or a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/secured+credit+card" rel="tag">secured credit card</a>. <br /><br /> d) You don't have a credit history. If you have no credit history, many lenders won't consider giving you a credit card because they have no way of judging whether or not you'll pay them back. <br /><br /> e) Your credit report may have mistakes in it. <br /><br /> f) Your available credit may already be higher than the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+card+issuer" rel="tag">credit card issuer</a> is comfortable with. Remember, the more <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+card+debt" rel="tag">credit card debt</a> or availability that you're carrying, the thinner your income must be spread to pay them all off. <br /><br /> 2. What can I do if I get rejected by a credit card company? <br /><br /> Anytime you're rejected for credit, the credit card company is required by law to tell you the reasons on which they based their decision. They must also tell you which credit reporting agency they got their information from. If you've been rejected, you can write to, call or <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/email" rel="tag">email</a> the credit reporting agency that they contacted and request a copy of your credit card report for free. Look it over carefully to make sure there are no errors. <br /><br /> 3. After I checked my credit history because I was turned down by a credit card company, I found that there were mistakes on it. What can I do to fix them? <br /><br /> Immediately write to the credit reporting agency from which you got your report and ask them to correct the mistakes. The more proof you provide to back up your claim of error, the better your chances of having the error completely expunged, but the credit reporting agency is required to at least note that you have asked for the report to be corrected. <br /><br /> 4. If one credit card company turned me down, can I apply to another? <br /><br /> You can not only apply to another credit card company, you can apply for a different credit card product with the same company. Every credit card has different guidelines for acceptance. Just be sure to shop around and only apply for the one or two cards that you feel you have the best chance of being accepted for. Too many rejections in your credit history can hurt you when you're looking for a loan for something important.   <bio>Joe Kenny writes for the credit acrd comparison sites <a href="http://www.cardguide.co.uk">http://www.cardguide.co.uk</a> and also <a href="http://www.creditcardstore.co.uk">http://www.creditcardstore.co.uk</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Credit Card Applications FAQ</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Apr 2006 07:50:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>credit card applications</category><category>apply for a credit card</category><category>applying for credit cards</category><category>credit reporting agencies</category><category>secured credit card</category><category>credit card issuer</category><category>u s bank</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/credit-card-applications-faq</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Lots of folks have questions about credit cards but may feel shy about asking for fear of being seen as not savvy. Here's a list of frequently asked questions about applying for credit cards to bring you up to speed on what you need to know about the credit card application process.  Can I apply]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Lots of folks have questions about credit cards but may feel shy about asking for fear of being seen as not savvy. Here's a list of frequently asked questions about <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/applying+for+credit+cards" rel="tag">applying for credit cards</a> to bring you up to speed on what you need to know about the credit card application process. <br /><br /> Can I <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/apply+for+a+credit+card" rel="tag">apply for a credit card</a>? <br /><br /> In general, if you're 18 years of age or older (the age limit may be lower in some states) and are a U.S. citizen, you have the legal right to apply for a credit card with any U.S. bank or financial institution. <br /><br /> Do I have to have a bank account to get a credit card? <br /><br /> In most cases, credit card companies won't consider issuing credit to someone that doesn't have at least one bank account in their own name. <br /><br /> Do I have to have a bank account with the bank that issues the credit card? <br /><br /> No - in most cases. As long as the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+card+issuer" rel="tag">credit card issuer</a> can determine your credit worthiness, it doesn't matter where your bank account is. There is one exception. If you apply for a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/secured+credit+card" rel="tag">secured credit card</a>, you must keep a 'security deposit' of a certain amount in the institution chosen by the credit card issuer (usually their own bank). <br /><br /> Can I apply for more than one credit card at a time? <br /><br /> You can apply for as many credit cards as you want, but you should be aware that multiple <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+card+applications" rel="tag">credit card applications</a> can affect your credit score negatively. You should shop around to find the best rate you can on a credit card, then apply for ONE credit card. <br /><br /> Do rejected applications hurt my credit score? <br /><br /> My favorite store just offered me 20% off anything I buy today if I fill out a credit card application right now. Even when I told the girl that I had bad credit and wouldn't get approved, she said it didn't matter. It doesn't hurt anything to apply - is that true? <br /><br /> See above. Every time you fill out an application for a credit card, you're giving the company permission to request a credit report from one of the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+reporting+agencies" rel="tag">credit reporting agencies</a>. Those requests are kept on file on your record for anywhere from three to five years, and the number of requests are just one of the things that determine your credit score. If you've applied indiscriminately for any credit card offer you see, it could lower your credit score and make it more difficult to get a loan when you really need one. <br /><br /> What should I look for when filling out a credit card application? <br /><br /> Read all the fine print on the contract. If you're filling out an application online, make sure you click on links to read the terms and conditions. If you're not careful, you may end up signing an agreement to pay an application fee, a processing fee and/or an annual fee - which they'll happily charge to your new credit card and start collecting interest on immediately. <br /><br /> You may freely reprint this article provided the author bio and live links are left intact.   <bio>Joseph Kenny writes for the UK credit card comparison sites <a href="http://www.CardGuide.co.uk">http://www.CardGuide.co.uk</a> and also <a href="http://www.creditcards121.com/">http://www.creditcards121.com/</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>It May Be Time To Apply For A Credit Card</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 04 May 2007 09:34:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>accept credit cards</category><category>credit cards work</category><category>credit card companies</category><category>credit card offers</category><category>interest free loan</category><category>merchants</category><category>installment payment plans</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/it-may-be-time-to-apply-for-a-credit-card</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Are you deciding whether you should apply for a credit card? Well, to be frank, if you are like most of us, living in the civilized world, the answer to, should I apply for a credit card is, yes. Credit cards have transformed our lives. In fact, credit cards are a contemporary, commercial]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Are you deciding whether you should apply for a credit card? Well, to be frank, if you are like most of us, living in the civilized world, the answer to, should I apply for a credit card is, yes. Credit cards have transformed our lives. In fact, credit cards are a contemporary, commercial revolution. No matter, and almost anywhere you go you find ads on TV and websites, in newspapers and stores requesting you to apply for a credit card. Also, if you observe others around you, you will see that most people have credit cards. As a matter of fact, most people have more than one credit card. Nearly every adult and young adult applies for a credit card. So, should you apply for a credit card as well? <br /><br /> You will have to admit, if you think about it, there are a lot of benefits associated with credit cards. Seemingly, the most important benefit a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+card+offers" rel="tag">credit card offers</a> is convenience. For most people, convenience is the primary reason they apply for a credit card. Two decades, or more ago, when not many <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/merchants" rel="tag">merchants</a> accepted credit cards, that was not true. Today, it is hard to find a merchant who does not <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/accept+credit+cards" rel="tag">accept credit cards</a>. Now, instead of carrying cash on you - which is neither convenient or safe - you may carry a small piece of financially, high powered, plastic instead. Now, you can get an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/interest+free+loan" rel="tag">interest free loan</a> until the next monthly billing cycle. Also, you can buy now and pay later - when you are positioned financially to do so. That in itself is a great reason to apply for a credit card. Added to that, some merchants offer interest-free <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/installment+payment+plans" rel="tag">installment payment plans</a>, making it easier for you to make a big purchase today and pay for it in monthly installments. So, as you can see, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+cards+work" rel="tag">credit cards work</a> as an instant long term loan as well and not only as a monthly loan. Other reasons to apply for a credit card include free rewards and shopping discounts for using your credit card. This is made possible by the relationship between <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+card+companies" rel="tag">credit card companies</a> and merchants. For certain, credit cards offer many benefits. <br /><br /> There are a few ways to apply for a credit card. You may choose to apply for a credit card in person, on the internet or, by phone. Often enough, you will, as such, be approached by sales representatives, whom will ask you to apply for a credit card with their organization. In applying for a credit card, you must fill-in a credit card application form (which is easy to fill-in). When you apply for a credit card and fill-in an application form, you are entering into a formal agreement with the credit card issuer, basically stating you will uphold you side of the agreement, which is to pay your monthly credit card bill, on time. After you have submitted your application, the credit card company makes credibility checks into your financial background and if everything is fine, you receive a credit card. <br /><br /> The process of applying for a credit card is easy, however, you may or may not desire a credit card, it is a matter of personal choice. Still, for most people who don't have a credit card yet, the recommendation is, for greater financial power, apply for a credit card, today.   <bio>Art Taylor has been a successful internet marketer for 10 years. He publishes articles about credit cards and other internet marketplace products. To gather more information or apply for credit cards visit his websites at: <a href="http://www.ecreditcardworld.info" >http://www.ecreditcardworld.info</a> or <a href="http://www.eshopperworld.com" >http://www.eshopperworld.com</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Apply Business Card Credit Online</title>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 25 Feb 2007 08:27:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>google search</category><category>business cards</category><category>credit cards</category><category>creditcards</category><category>personal credit card</category><category>business card</category><category>credit card companies</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/apply-business-card-credit-online</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[There will be a common theme if you are looking at any of these business cards online. You will most often want to look to see if there are any annual fees for doing the card and see what the card offers you. Credit card companies are competing fiercely for your business these days so there is no]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[There will be a common theme if you are looking at any of these <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/business+cards" rel="tag"><a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/business+card" rel="tag">business card</a>s</a> online. You will most often want to look to see if there are any annual fees for doing the card and see what the card offers you. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+card+companies" rel="tag">Credit card companies</a> are competing fiercely for your business these days so there is no reason that you should take a card just because someone tells you that it is a great card. Look at the rewards and the costs for the card and see if it works for you. Let us get started looking for you to apply business card credit online. <br /><br /> If you do a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/google+search" rel="tag">Google search</a> on <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+cards" rel="tag">credit cards</a>, that site will usually come up as the first hit off of the search. This website is a great resource for any type of credit card that you want to look into. You can find information on business cards as follows any type of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/personal+credit+card" rel="tag">personal credit card</a> that you want, including credit cards for those with bad credit. <br /><br /> A specific address that you will want to look for at the website listed above is: <a href="http://www.<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/creditcards" rel="tag">creditcards</a>.com/business.php" >http://www.creditcards.com/business.php</a>. This website is a great deal of information that you can use to make an informed decision on your business card needs. When looking to apply business card credit online, you'll want to look at the interest rate as low as annual fees for the card. You also want to look at any balance transfer fees or what type of rewards you can get for using a card. <br /><br /> Each card has different features that will appeal to different sorts of users so take your time in scrolling through this list and see which card or cards could work for you. One of the nice things that I saw when looking at these different cards is that some of them offer online account summaries as well as assistance 24 hours a day, seven days a week, so that you can look into different problems that you may have at your own leisure. <br /><br /> There many different business cards you can look for certain number to take your time and you'll find a card that works best for you good luck in this venture. Think about what may happen with your business in the near future and make sure that this is a card that can help you growing your business. That is all for today in apply business card credit online.  <bio>Mario Churchill is a freelance author and has written over 200 articles on various subjects. For more information checkout <a href="http://www.better-credit-cards.com" >http://www.better-credit-cards.com</a> and <a href="http://www.creditrequests.com" >http://www.creditrequests.com</a>. </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Credit Cards For Bad Credit Applications</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 01 May 2006 20:32:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>secured credit cards</category><category>apply for a credit card</category><category>secured credit card</category><category>student credit card</category><category>unsecured credit card</category><category>credit card companies</category><category>credit card company</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/credit-cards-for-bad-credit-applications</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[If you have bad credit, you may be under the impression that you are not able to apply for a credit card. While it is true that you may be rejected from getting certain credit cards or loans, there are options available for those who have bad credit. Since a sizeable percentage of the population]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[If you have bad credit, you may be under the impression that you are not able to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/apply+for+a+credit+card" rel="tag">apply for a credit card</a>. While it is true that you may be rejected from getting certain credit cards or loans, there are options available for those who have bad credit. Since a sizeable percentage of the population has bad credit, this has created a market which many banks and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+card+companies" rel="tag">credit card companies</a> have tapped into. <br /><br /> Your credit report is a reflection of your credit history, and it is very important when you need to apply for a car or mortgage. There may be situations where you will need a credit card to complete a certain transaction, and if you have bad credit you will run into problems. There are a number of options available for those with bad credit who want cards. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/secured+credit+cards" rel="tag"><a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/secured+credit+card" rel="tag">Secured credit card</a>s</a> are one good option. A secured credit card allows you to deposit money into the account which you can then use. <br /><br /> Instead of borrowing money from the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+card+company" rel="tag">credit card company</a>, you use your own money. You will not be allowed to go over the amount you place on the card. Despite this, you may have to pay the credit card company a fee in order to use their cards, and this is how their money is made. A secured credit card can be used to make any of the purchases you can make with a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/unsecured+credit+card" rel="tag">unsecured credit card</a>. A prepaid debit card is another option that is used by people who have less than perfect credit. <br /><br /> If you are a student in college, an option may be available for you called a secured <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/student+credit+card" rel="tag">student credit card</a>. These cards will allow students to begin building their credit while they're still in school. Students who use these cards are prevented from going over their limit because they can only spend money which they've placed on the cards. It is important to remember that you won't get the best deals or rates if your credit is poor. However, we live in an electronic age, and it is difficult to conduct many transactions without having either a debit or credit card. <br /><br /> Secured credit cards are a great way to allow you to make transactions while you continue to rebuild your credit. If you work hard to repair your credit, you won't be in debt forever, and using these cards will allow you to easily make electronic transactions.   <bio>Joe Kenny writes the credit card comparison sites <a href="http://www.creditcards121.com">http://www.creditcards121.com</a> <a href="http://www.cardguide.co.uk">http://www.cardguide.co.uk</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Credit Card Mistakes and Students</title>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 05 Jul 2008 19:43:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>unauthorized purchases</category><category>mail</category><category>mindset</category><category>wallet</category><category>cash advance</category><category>atm</category><category>credit card bill</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/credit-card-mistakes-and-students</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[When it comes to getting a credit card for the first time, I would highly advise that students do their research on the credit card market before they actually apply. When I say research, you should also look into how people generally make mistakes and how you can avoid them. If you're aware of the]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[When it comes to getting a credit card for the first time, I would highly advise that students do their research on the credit card market before they actually apply. When I say research, you should also look into how people generally make mistakes and how you can avoid them. If you're aware of the mistakes, you'll be better off with that card in your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/wallet" rel="tag">wallet</a>. <br><br>Maximizing the Limit -- Just because you get a $10,000 credit limit, it doesn't mean you have to go out there and spend it all. A lot of people get the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mindset" rel="tag">mindset</a> that they think their credit card is just a piece of plastic and they just spend and spend. When they get that <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+card+bill" rel="tag">credit card bill</a> in the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mail" rel="tag">mail</a>, they forget all about the spending they have made in the past. This is why it's important to keep track of your expenses and not spend your limit because you have it.<br><br>Taking out cash -- One of the worst things you can do when you apply for a credit card is take out cash via the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/atm" rel="tag">ATM</a>. The bad thing about a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/cash+advance" rel="tag">cash advance</a> is that the credit card companies charge you a very high rate. This rate is generally around thirty percent. If you need cash, I highly advise you stay away from this route. You'll only be hurting yourself In the long run.<br><br>Paying late -- As you probably know by now, a credit card is filled with a lot of fees. If you pay your credit card bill late, you're going to be hit with a fee. This fee can generally be anywhere from a few bucks and on. It will all depend on what company you have a card with and what kind of card you have. The important thing here is to make sure you pay your card off in full.<br><br>Just paying the bill -- Believe it or not, a lot of people just pay their bill when it comes in the mail without looking at it. When you get your bill in the mail, make sure that you look over your bill before you pay for it. The reason you want to do this is because if someone gets a hold of your card, they can make some <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/unauthorized+purchases" rel="tag">unauthorized purchases</a>. Remember, you're not reliable for the purchases you don't make on your card.<br><br>Overlooking the terms -- Before you apply for a card, make sure you know exactly what your card is and how it works. Some people apply for a card, get it and realize it's not what they wanted. One of the biggest mistakes comes with a cash back card. For example, a card might put a limit on the card saying you have to pay x amount of dollars before you get cash back. This is a term and condition that most people pass up.<br><br>There are so many mistakes that all of us make but if you can see these mistakes before you apply, you can save yourself from making them. As long as you use your head and follow these tips, you will be on the right path to a great credit future.<bio>Find <a href="http://www.findcollegecards.com">student credit cards</a> and more of Tom's work at FINDcollegecards.com</bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Apply Card Credit Gas Online</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 23 Feb 2007 08:27:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>hilton hhonors</category><category>apply for a credit card</category><category>applying for a credit card</category><category>instant approval cards</category><category>creditcards</category><category>something to think about</category><category>platinum credit card</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/apply-card-credit-gas-online</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Within this article today on how to apply card credit gas online, we are going to look at a couple of different cards that you can apply for and get cash back on your gas. When you are looking at a card that will get you for gas, you will want to be aware of certain features that the card offers.]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Within this article today on how to apply card credit gas online, we are going to look at a couple of different cards that you can apply for and get cash back on your gas. When you are looking at a card that will get you for gas, you will want to be aware of certain features that the card offers. You want to make sure that there is a strong fraud and security guarantee as well as an interest rate that you will not mind paying if you do not pay her cart off every month. You also want to make sure that you are having no annual fee on this card. Credit card companies are competing fiercely for business so make sure that you take advantage of this. <br /><br /> The first card that we would like to show you what <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/apply+for+a+credit+card" rel="tag">apply for a credit card</a> for gas online is the Discover Gas Card. I found this particular card at the following website: <a href="http://www.<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/creditcards" rel="tag">creditcards</a>.com/instant-approval.php" >http://www.creditcards.com/instant-approval.php</a> and you can apply for this card at:  <a href="https://discovercardapplication.com/default.aspx?cid=53439andamp;uid=7c4190aa2007b901bc271542570125" >https://discovercardapplication.com/default.aspx?cid=53439andamp;uid=7c4190aa2007b901bc271542570125</a>.<br /><br /><br /><br /> The second car that we spotted among the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/instant+approval+cards" rel="tag">instant approval cards</a> that offers gas rewards as well as many other rewards is the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/hilton+hhonors" rel="tag">Hilton HHonors</a> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/platinum+credit+card" rel="tag">Platinum Credit Card</a>. This card offers rewards at qualifying gas stations, supermarkets, as long as they number of other places. Once again, look under the same website that is listed above for the instant approval cards and you'll find this card that does offer gas rewards. <br /><br /> When you are looking for a credit card that gives you gas back, you want to see or think about if you want to rewards taken off of the gas or whether your purchases at the gas station qualify you for different sorts of rewards. For example with this example that we have given above with the Hilton card, you are receiving rewards for your gas purchases but this is going more towards rewards that Hilton has to offer instead of cash back under gas. This is <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/something+to+think+about" rel="tag">something to think about</a> when you are looking at <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/applying+for+a+credit+card" rel="tag">applying for a credit card</a> with gas rewards.  Hopefully this article on apply card credit gas online helped you and you may take one of these two cards. Make sure that gas is the reward that you want because there are many different rewards and there may be something that you like more than getting cash back or rewards for gassing up your car.  <bio>Mario Churchill is a freelance author and has written over 200 articles on various subjects. For more information checkout <a href="http://www.better-credit-cards.com" >http://www.better-credit-cards.com</a> and <a href="http://www.creditrequests.com" >http://www.creditrequests.com</a>. </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Credit Card Application: Getting Your First Credit Card</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Nov 2006 22:27:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>apply for a credit card</category><category>applying for a credit card</category><category>bad credit history</category><category>platinum credit card</category><category>gold credit card</category><category>credit card limit</category><category>credit card application</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/credit-card-application-getting-your-first-credit-card</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Credit cards are one of the most convenient tools that you can ever use today. Besides, you would really need this tool if you want to purchase something but you don't have the cash for it. With a credit card, you can virtually purchase the products or services you need even without carrying cash. ]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Credit cards are one of the most convenient tools that you can ever use today. Besides, you would really need this tool if you want to purchase something but you don't have the cash for it. With a credit card, you can virtually purchase the products or services you need even without carrying cash. <br /><br /> Credit cards are a very useful tool to manage your expenses. <br /><br /> However, before you <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/apply+for+a+credit+card" rel="tag">apply for a credit card</a>, you should first consider a few things in order for your first <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+card+application" rel="tag">credit card application</a> to be approved. <br /><br /> The first thing you should consider before <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/applying+for+a+credit+card" rel="tag">applying for a credit card</a> is your credit history. This is the most essential thing that a credit card company will look at when deciding if they should issue you a credit card or not. <br /><br /> If you have a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/bad+credit+history" rel="tag">bad credit history</a>, it will be hard for you to apply for a credit card and vice versa. So, before you apply for a credit card, you should make sure that you have a good credit history in order for you to get approved for one easily.  However, if you don't have a credit history, then you need to make a one. You can do this by taking out a small loan or through a hire-purchase agreement. After you make payments, you are now making your first credit history. Make sure you pay it off on time in order to get a good credit history and get approved for your first credit card. <br /><br /> If you don't know whether you have a credit history or not, you can always apply for a copy of your credit history, by doing this, you can know if you have a good credit history or a bad credit history or if you have any credit history at all. You can apply from a credit reference agency in your area for this document. <br /><br /> After discovering that you have a good credit history, the next step would be deciding how much your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+card+limit" rel="tag">credit card limit</a> should be. This is usually determined by your income. And, usually your savings is also important. <br /><br /> Depending on your savings and your income, you can then apply for a regular credit card, a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/gold+credit+card" rel="tag">gold credit card</a> or a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/platinum+credit+card" rel="tag">platinum credit card</a>. These types of cards vary in credit limit and also have different benefits that you can have. <br /><br /> Usually the higher the credit limit the higher the fees will be. However, the benefits you can get with a higher credit limit are better than regular credit cards. Two examples would be frequent credit card user money back, and discounts on purchases with credit cards. <br /><br /> The next step in credit card application is submitting your application form. The credit card company you chose will then review the application form, check your financial background and will also check your credit rating. They will also ask you to comply with certain conditions in order for your credit card application be approved; such as asking you to have some money on a deposit account with the company. <br /><br /> Sometimes, your credit card application may be rejected. You have to ask the company why your application was denied. There are usually two reasons why the company rejects an application. The first is that you failed the credit rating test and the second is that you probably filled the credit card application form all wrong. <br /><br /> If you failed the credit rating test, you will need to apply in another credit card company. However, if you just filled the credit card application wrong, you can still reapply with the same company. And, this time, fill up the application form correctly to avoid getting rejected again. <br /><br /> These are the things you should first consider when applying for a credit card. Meeting all the requirements and conditions of the credit card company will ensure you of getting your credit card application approved.  <bio>Mario Churchill is a freelance author and has written over 200 articles on various subjects. For more information checkout <a href="http://www.firstglobalcreditcard.com" >http://www.firstglobalcreditcard.com</a> and <a href="http://edblogonline.info" >http://edblogonline.info</a>. </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Apply Online Canada Card Credit</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 26 Feb 2007 12:27:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>secured credit cards</category><category>canadian credit cards</category><category>canada credit card</category><category>google</category><category>airline miles</category><category>people with bad credit</category><category>interest rate</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/apply-online-canada-card-credit</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[When looking to apply online for a Canada credit card, there are not as many choices as for potential cardholders in the United States.  This website did not seem to have the same sort of choices as other websites that we have seen the wheel quickly run through a couple of the different credit]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[When looking to apply online for a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/canada+credit+card" rel="tag">Canada credit card</a>, there are not as many choices as for potential cardholders in the United States. <br /><br /> This website did not seem to have the same sort of choices as other websites that we have seen the wheel quickly run through a couple of the different credit cards that we found on the website that you may want to apply for. There were a couple of different cards for <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/people+with+bad+credit" rel="tag">people with bad credit</a> as well as a no fee credit card as well as a travel Visa card, which did offer you rewards. The no fee credit card did offer you rewards such as <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/airline+miles" rel="tag">airline miles</a>. The two cards that were offered for bad credit or <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/secured+credit+cards" rel="tag">secured credit cards</a>, which means that you have to put down a minimum deposit of money which serves as your balance for the card. An example of this is if you get a secured credit card and you want a $250 on the card, you have to place a deposit with that credit card company of the $250 usually. Most banks do offer this product so if you cannot find this online a bank will normally offer a product like this to. Rewards credit card that was offered through this website did have three different options and most of them were airline miles. <br /><br /> If you could <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/google" rel="tag">Google</a> the term "<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/canadian+credit+cards" rel="tag">Canadian credit cards</a>", you'll find a great number of options for you. When you are looking for card, remember that you must check for the three main features. The first feature that you want to look for is the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/interest+rate" rel="tag">interest rate</a>. You want a lower interest rate is possible. The second feature is security and fraud. There is a lot of credit card fraud he stays so you want to make sure that your transactions are being watched and if something seems fraudulent, that is investigated immediately. The third feature is the rewards or 0% promotional balance you may get with the card. The key behind these three is that you want to pick a card with the best combination of all three. Normally you will not find a card that matches everything but you want the one that seems to fit best for your particular situation. <br /><br /> Hopefully this article on how to apply online for Canadian credit card was beneficial for you. As with any credit card, make sure you know what you're getting into before signing up. It is easier to avoid problems that you have to solve it at a later point. Good luck in your quest for a great credit card.   <bio>Mario Churchill is a freelance author and has written over 200 articles on various subjects. For more information checkout <a href="http://www.better-credit-cards.com" >http://www.better-credit-cards.com</a> and <a href="http://www.creditrequests.com" >http://www.creditrequests.com</a>. </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Options For Those Needing A Bad Credit Credit Card</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 12 Sep 2006 16:27:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>bad credit credit cards</category><category>major credit reporting agencies</category><category>credit reporting agencies</category><category>rebuilding your credit</category><category>secured credit card</category><category>credit credit card</category><category>regular credit cards</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/options-for-those-needing-a-bad-credit-credit-card</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[It's a fact that the credit card issuers are predisposed towards those with excellent credit. But let's face it, not everyone has superior credit. There are times when life has thrown in a few punches that can cause financial hardship that in turn damages your credit. If you're presently in this]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[It's a fact that the credit card issuers are predisposed towards those with excellent credit. But let's face it, not everyone has superior credit. There are times when life has thrown in a few punches that can cause financial hardship that in turn damages your credit. If you're presently in this position, don't fret, there are bad <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+credit+card" rel="tag">credit credit card</a> offers available. <br /><br /> No credit rating at all or a bad mark on your report will not necessarily stop you from obtaining a credit card. There are many companies that will issue you a credit card when you have bad credit. Your options aren't as great as those with superior credit, but there are a number of choices you can look at. <br /><br /> The first type of bad credit credit card available is the prepaid debit card or <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/secured+credit+card" rel="tag">secured credit card</a>. This is where you make a deposit at the financial institution and your line of credit is determined by the amount available in your account. The prepaid debit card looks and can be used like a regular credit card. When you apply for a secured credit card there is no credit check and no employer verification. <br /><br /> When you apply for an unsecured bad credit credit card, the terms and conditions should be looked at carefully. The monthly interest rate is generally higher than <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/regular+credit+cards" rel="tag">regular credit cards</a>. Most offers have annual fees starting at $35 and up. <br /><br /> An additional option available for unsecured <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/bad+credit+credit+cards" rel="tag">bad credit credit cards</a> is a periodic increase in your line of credit. Check with the financial institution to be sure they report your progress with the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/major+credit+reporting+agencies" rel="tag">major <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+reporting+agencies" rel="tag">credit reporting agencies</a></a>. <br /><br /> The interest rate is higher on an unsecured bad credit credit card than cards for those with a higher credit rating. You may want to only charge what you know you can repay each month. To assist in <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/rebuilding+your+credit" rel="tag">rebuilding your credit</a>, you would want to occasionally leave a small portion open and repay it the next month. <br /><br /> A credit card is an excellent way to rebuild your credit. But be cautious that you don't get back into financial difficulty again. Make sure you follow the terms and conditions of the card. <br /><br /> It's not difficult to be approved for a bad credit credit card. Just be sure to use the tools available to you, like the internet, to compare offers so that you can apply for the right card for you.   <bio>Bradley Carson is the webmaster and editor of Apply Online For A Credit Card at <a href="http://www.cards-king.com" >http://www.cards-king.com</a>, a website established to provide concise information about credit cards. See Brad's latest recommendations of Bad Credit Credit Cards at <a href="http://www.cards-king.com/categories/bad_credit_credit_cards" >http://www.cards-king.com/categories/bad_credit_credit_cards</a>. </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>You Should Have Great Online Credit Card Choices And Information</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 07 May 2007 06:24:58 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>credit card issuers</category><category>credit card issuer</category><category>apply for credit cards</category><category>credit card comparisons</category><category>apply for a credit card online</category><category>credit card company</category><category>american express</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/you-should-have-great-online-credit-card-choices-and-information</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Our lifestyle today can be hectic and fast-paced, which limits our time, to accomplish our daily activities. That makes our need for e-commerce and technology more necessary than ever. Their combined power makes it easy to apply for a credit card online. If you have decided to apply online for a]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Our lifestyle today can be hectic and fast-paced, which limits our time, to accomplish our daily activities. That makes our need for e-commerce and technology more necessary than ever. Their combined power makes it easy to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/apply+for+a+credit+card+online" rel="tag">apply for a credit card online</a>. If you have decided to apply online for a card, you will fill in an application form at the website of the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+card+company" rel="tag">credit card company</a>. When you do, there are a few things you may want to consider as you apply for your new card: <br /><br /> 1. The website should give you access to credit cards from all major banks including: Chase, Discover, CitiBank, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/american+express" rel="tag">American Express</a>, Advanta... <br /><br /> 2. The website should allow you to make <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+card+comparisons" rel="tag">credit card comparisons</a>. <br /><br /> 3. Information about each credit card should be explained in detail so you know the apr, balance transfer fees, cash advance fees, fixed apr, annual fees and so on. <br /><br /> 4. You should make sure the website you visit is professionally designed and has the card applications on a webpage starting with "https". "Https" in the url means the website is secured by a reputable company. <br /><br /> 5. You may also want to consider the type of card you want to have, i.e. gas card, airline card, reward card... <br /><br /> The application form you will fill out online is very similar to the one you would fill out at the bank, and the application processing method is basically the same. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+card+issuers" rel="tag"><a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+card+issuer" rel="tag">Credit card issuer</a>s</a> encourage you to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/apply+for+credit+cards" rel="tag">apply for credit cards</a> online so they may save money on salaries, customer service, time, paper and more. Plus, when you apply online for a credit card, your information smoothly flows into the database of the credit card issuer. Usually, this leads to faster processing of your credit card application and often if you apply online for a credit card, the card you applied for will arrive to your mailbox much faster than it would arrive if you had applied in person for a card. Further, if you apply online for a credit card, you do not waste time physically approaching one credit card company at a time, instead you can compare many different cards and card issuers at one website. That will save you a great deal of time finding the right credit card. <br /><br /> Applying for a credit card online is a great way to get a credit card, however when you compare cards make sure you choose the one that will benefit you most.   <bio>Art Taylor has been a successful internet marketer for 10 years. He publishes articles about credit cards and other internet marketplace products. To gather more information or apply for credit cards visit his websites at: <a href="http://www.ecreditcardworld.info" >http://www.ecreditcardworld.info</a> or <a href="http://www.eshopperworld.com" >http://www.eshopperworld.com</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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