When MaryAnn Nellis tried to pay for groceries on April 14, her credit card was declined. Later, she said, she found out why: Her credit card company, Capital One, had flagged an earlier purchase as potentially fraudulent. The problem? A $5 donation to Friends of Scott Walker, the Wisconsin governor's campaign committee, Nellis said.
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Seven Questions to Ask Before Buying Credit Card Payment Protection
May 18th, 2012
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Credit card payment protection plans are under fire, but they can occasionally be worthwhile.
7 questions to ask before buying credit card payment protection
May 16th, 2012
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To see whether you're a fit for a credit card payment protection plan, ask yourself these seven questions.
Use Credit Card – Not Debit – To Rent Cars | Connecticut Consumer …
May 16th, 2012
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If you plan on renting a car during an upcoming summer vacation, using a credit card to pay for it may save you money and provide some increased protection. When you rent a car, the rental agencies will try to sell a collision …
Credit card protection plans draw state lawsuits, federal scrutiny
May 15th, 2012
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Consumer advocates have long warned against credit card protection plans for their high cost, low payouts and big exclusions. Now regulators are joining in
