Money News

December 2009

• Credit card fraudsters forecast Christmas trends

  01.12.2009

  Electronic goods are popular among credit card criminals.
• Charity savings accounts tipped by CAF

  01.12.2009

  Some savings accounts donate via interest on deposits.
• Customer points out credit card flexibility

  01.12.2009

  Credit card use suits many consumers' needs.
• Internet 'pickpockets' target credit cards

  01.12.2009

  Credit card fraud could have risen this year.
• Ryanair announces prepaid cards deal

  01.12.2009

  An airline will reform its credit card charges.
• Britons 'blinkered' on savings accounts

  01.12.2009

  Many people misjudge their savings account balances.
• Bank account rules 'should be changed'

  01.12.2009

  Reforms to bank account payments would be popular.
• Fixed rate savings accounts launched by Santander

  02.12.2009

  The savings accounts take a minimum balance of £10,000.
• Credit card repayments boost future applications

  02.12.2009

  A credit card expert has advised Christmas shoppers.
• Mortgages launched as house prices rise

  02.12.2009

  A new tracker mortgage has been unveiled.
• iPhone credit card reader site unveiled

  02.12.2009

  Square could revolutionise credit card payments.
• Rewards credit card targets 'everyday spending'

  02.12.2009

  Credit card customers will get points from shopping at supermarkets.
• Credit card firm supports Citizens Advice campaign

  02.12.2009

  A new financial leaflet has been backed by Barclaycard.
• Bank accounts have 'positive impact'

  03.12.2009

  Using a bank account reduces reoffending risks.
• Prepaid cards provider hails Ryanair move

  03.12.2009

  'Safe' prepaid cards will not carry admin fees.
• Women not putting enough into savings accounts

  04.12.2009

  Savings account deposits are affected by family commitments.
• Consumers to clear Xmas credit card balances

  03.12.2009

  Britons plan to use credit cards for festive costs.
• Application trend suggests credit card fraud rise

  03.12.2009

  Theft of credit card details is on the increase.
• 'Intimidating' callers demand credit card details

  03.12.2009

  A council tax authority has warned on credit card scams.
• Scotland Yard credit card swoop gets results

  04.12.2009

  Sites stealing credit card information have been taken offline.
• OFT advises on credit card agreement cases

  04.12.2009

  The OFT has made available draft guidance on credit cards.
• Savings account guarantee questioned by BSA

  04.12.2009

  Societies want a 'level playing field' for savings accounts.
• Savings accounts 'protected by bank bailouts'

  04.12.2009

  The government's intervention could have prevented a savings freeze.
• Scots credit card withdrawals to rise in December

  04.12.2009

  Credit cards could be heavily used at Scottish ATMs.
• Airline responds to credit card concerns

  07.12.2009

  Prepaid cards are 'incredibly easy' to get, Ryanair says.
• Mixed response for new rewards credit card

  07.12.2009

  The credit card could be a good option for Christmas.
• Credit card customers hit by ski price rise

  07.12.2009

  The spending power of UK skiers' credit cards has diminished.
• Packaged bank account deals to finish

  07.12.2009

  Various packaged bank account deals are available to customers.
• Savings accounts hit by consumer hoarding trend

  07.12.2009

  Many customers are keeping cash savings in their homes.
• 'Individual' policies on credit card applications

  07.12.2009

  Providers use their own systems for credit card customers.
• Xmas credit card customers 'should shop around'

  07.12.2009

  The FLA has given new credit card advice.
• Personal loans get carbuyer boost

  08.12.2009

  Demand for cars has impacted on the loans market.
• 'Keystroke logging' targets credit card customers

  08.12.2009

  Shoppers face sophisticated credit card fraud techniques.
• Mortgage lender notes house price rise

  08.12.2009

  Low interest rates on mortgages could have increased buyer demand.
• Provider gives prepaid card gift tip

  08.12.2009

  The currency cards offer an alternative to traditional presents.
• In-flight credit card reader gets accreditation

  08.12.2009

  GuestLogix already processes credit card payments for BA.
• 'Smart' credit card use cuts school break costs

  09.12.2009

  Entertainment expenses can be offset by reward credit cards.
• Northern Rock split affects savings accounts

  09.12.2009

  Savings accounts are to be held in the 'good bank'.
• Bank account interface improved for mobile phones

  09.12.2009

  Barclays bank account customers will gain easier access.
• Social network credit card threat identified

  09.12.2009

  Fake 'Facebook' messages are a gateway for credit card crime.
• 'Retail fraud' targets credit card purchases

  09.12.2009

  In-store credit card crime is boosted by customer negligence.
• Credit card security standard to be adopted abroad

  10.12.2009

  PCI DSS can give credit card payments extra protection.
• Call centre staff 'stole credit card numbers'

  10.12.2009

  BA workers are reportedly accused of credit card fraud.
• BoE rate hold could benefit mortgages

  10.12.2009

  The mortgage sector has been aided by low interest rates.
• Providers see growth of contactless credit cards

  10.12.2009

  Barclaycard and Barclays have issued over 5m contactless cards.
• Guidance on bank account rules 'very welcome'

  10.12.2009

  The FSA has taken over regulation of bank accounts.
• 50% hold over £3,500 in savings accounts

  10.12.2009

  Savings analysis indicates the popularity of accounts.
• Savings account help offered by guide

  10.12.2009

  Charities have offered guidance on budgeting and savings accounts.
• 'Internet war' affecting credit cards

  11.12.2009

  Compromised computers are vulnerable to credit card crime.
• Customers question bank account investigations

  11.12.2009

  Opinions on new bank account refund rules differ.
• Credit card PIN security 'should be improved'

  11.12.2009

  Christmas credit card fraud can be caused by customer negligence.
• More police credit card abuse uncovered

  11.12.2009

  Three new cases of credit card misuse are suspected.
• Bank account spending to hit new high

  11.12.2009

  Use of bank account debit cards is to increase.
• Bank accounts to get stress test 'protection'

  11.12.2009

  The FSA will improve bank account providers' risk management.
• Savings accounts important to most Britons

  14.12.2009

  A majority of people link savings accounts to living standards.
• MSP issues supermarket credit card fraud warning

  14.12.2009

  Christine Grahame has suffered a credit card theft.
• Credit card rights part of BIS campaign

  14.12.2009

  Extra legal protections are offered for credit card payments.
• Credit card advice offered to 'smart shoppers'

  14.12.2009

  A report has given guidance on avoiding credit card costs.
• Credit card 'order of payments' causes confusion

  14.12.2009

  Nationwide analysis has given guidance on credit card balances.
• Savings account choice in focus as inflation rises

  15.12.2009

  Savings accounts face closer scrutiny as inflation increases.
• Voucher site offers credit card tips

  15.12.2009

  Some shopping sites are fronts for credit card crime.
• Reward credit cards 'to mitigate VAT rise'

  15.12.2009

  Some credit cards offer financial incentives on purchases.
• Credit card users get pop-up warning

  15.12.2009

  Scareware is a gateway for credit card fraud.
• Credit card protections to be used for BA strikes

  15.12.2009

  Credit card customers could get refunds on cancelled flights.
• Credit card council tax payments to face charges

  15.12.2009

  Fees are levied for paying council tax with credit cards.
• Credit card debt 'a priority' for young adults

  15.12.2009

  Young adults are working to reduce their credit card balances.
• Charity concern over cheque withdrawal date

  16.12.2009

  Campaigners are concerned about the proposed withdrawal of cheques.
• Credit cards 'help tackle Xmas online fraudsters'

  16.12.2009

  Credit cards can reduce the risk of cyber-crime.
• Businesses divided over credit card detail storage

  16.12.2009

  New rules safeguard credit card payments to small businesses.
• Careful Britons prioritise credit card balances

  16.12.2009

  Interest rate changes have affected credit card debts.
• 'Badvent calendar' highlights credit card theft

  16.12.2009

  Crimestoppers is looking for credit card criminals.
• Credit cards abroad affected by jobs figures

  16.12.2009

  The pound strengthened today, boosting credit cards.
• MBNA champions charity credit cards

  17.12.2009

  Credit card holders can make valuable contributions to charity.
• Personal loans 'could bolster Christmas coffers'

  17.12.2009

  Christmas debt worries could be eased by personal loans.
• Cheques to be scrapped by 2018

  17.12.2009

  Cheques will no longer be used after 2018.
• Commission set to debate banking system

  17.12.2009

  A new commission will promote bank reform debate.
• Fewer Britons in mortgage arrears in Q3, says FSA

  18.12.2009

  Britons are battling to get on top of mortgage repayments.
• Leeds offers new savings account alternative

  21.12.2009

  Leeds' new savings account option guarantees a market-leading return.
• Flyglobespan credit card customers 'are protected'

  21.12.2009

  Credit card purchases from collapsed airline should be refunded.
• New credit card finance 'battling against tide'

  21.12.2009

  Credit cards are still a popular way to access finance.
• Cheshire upgrades postal savings account

  21.12.2009

  Cheshire Building Society has improved one of its savings accounts.
• ATMs could see record bank account withdrawals

  21.12.2009

  December should see £10.6bn in bank account withdrawals via ATMs.
• Desperate parents turn to kids' savings accounts

  21.12.2009

  Many parents have plundered kids' savings accounts during the recession.
• Airline folded 'while awaiting credit card debt'

  22.12.2009

  Scottish airline collapsed after failing to receive credit card payments.
• Online credit card transactions surge in November

  22.12.2009

  Internet retail purchases on credit cards are on the rise.
• Shopping around for personal loans 'may harm record'

  22.12.2009

  Consumers may be penalised for shopping around for personal loans.
• OFT drops bank account charges investigation

  22.12.2009

  The OFT has dropped its investigation into bank account charges.
• Mortgage and personal loan debt advice in demand

  22.12.2009

  More people are struggling with personal loan and mortgage repayments.
• Bonus fury 'may fuel demand for Tesco Bank loans'

  22.12.2009

  Personal loan customers may increasingly shun traditional banks.
• CIH praises extension of mortgage support scheme

  23.12.2009

  The CIH believes extending the SMI is wise.
• Stay sensible to avoid credit card fraud this Xmas

  23.12.2009

  Monitoring credit card transactions should reduce the threat of fraudsters.

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