September 2011


Dead man's party: Friends paint the town red with deceased's credit cards

Written by Geoff Williams
Posted On: September 30, 2011

If you're a screenwriter in need of an idea for "Weekend at Bernie's 3", here's your plot.

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Durbin takes effect Oct. 1. Should you care?

Written by Geoff Williams
Posted On: September 28, 2011

Changes are coming to your debit card, and you may be whipping out your credit card more often.

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5-year-old helps Mom steal credit cards

Written by Geoff Williams
Posted On: September 23, 2011

Every week we think credit card criminals can't go any lower, and every week we're proven wrong.

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Should you pay your utility bill with a credit card if you can?

Written by Geoff Williams
Posted On: September 22, 2011

Discover thinks so, and they're trying to make the process easier.

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Credit card crime: When the bank teller is the bank robber

Written by Geoff Williams
Posted On: September 16, 2011

And why it's not wise to walk into a bar claiming falsely you're an FBI agent and then buy your drinks with a credit card.

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Is the new Duo Card a good deal?

Written by Geoff Williams
Posted On: September 15, 2011

Would you want your credit card to be linked to your checking account? The debut of the Duo MasterCard has us wondering what's in it for banks.

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Pros and cons - Credit card scammers are both

Written by Geoff Williams
Posted On: September 10, 2011

Wherever you live, there's a scammer out to get your credit card information. Learn how to stay safe.

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Credit card thief assumes man's identity, OKs shopping spree

Written by Geoff Williams
Posted On: September 9, 2011

Another highly entertaining week of credit card crimes, starting with an identity thief who took more than a credit card, and concluding with a story to make your grandmother blush.

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