Advanta Credit Card Scam

I sit at my desk completely frustrated with Advanta. I opened up a business credit card with them 3 years ago and made a purchase of $6500 to help build my business credit for Rapid Recovery Solution, my Collection Agency. I have paid more then the minimum every month, on time. About 3 months ago noticed that my interest rate seemed a little high. No where on my statement did it say the actual interest rate so I called the company. After 10 min or so I get a live rep on the line and they tell me it is 36.1%. Are they kidding, this must be a mistake. I have over a 750 score and never missed a payment. They said they sent me a notice in Aug that they are doing this due to a change in there lending methods. It turns out this is the second time this year they did this. I went from 8.99% in Jan 08 to 18.99 in Feb 08 to 36.1% in Aug 08.

How Long Will A Negative Mark Remain On Your Credit Score? Part One

Your credit score. It could be a dream come true or your worst nightmare. But most of the time it is sort of like that rude mother in law coming to pay you a visit at your house. You are aware that she is coming to stay, and you are not looking forward to it, but you are too nervous to ask or even consider how long she might be paying you that visit. OK, so that analogy wasn’t that great. But anyway, read on to see just how long negative marks will stay on your credit history.

When You Owe Too Much Debt And Just Can’t Pay

Debt can be an exhausting problem that weighs you down and affects your personal life greatly. But what if you have exhausted all of your resources and still can’t free up enough money to start repaying your debts in a big way? You still have choices. Perhaps it is time to think about the big things in your life- private schools, your home, and your cars. Are these things truly necessary? Another choice you have is to go through your home and your things and determine there is anything of value to sell. You can go after more money at your current job, or by taking on a second one. And there are still other options yet. Credit counseling and bankruptcy are always available, but you are not there yet, so for now, take a deep breath and determine what you can accomplish on your own.

Medical Collection Firms Help Software Developers Sell Product

iVolution Medical Systems, a West Hampton, New York located health care systems firm, is taking a different approach. The 4 year-old company, started by former Wall Street consultants to the health care industry, entered the medical receivables space by receiving experienced billing and collections companies. First there was Professional Health care Billing Services (PHB) of Palm Springs, California in March, and then Continental Collection Services of NY, earlier this month (iVolution Medical Systems Acquires Continental Collection Services, May 13).

Cali Collection Company Attempts to Get Fit And Healthy

A collection agency based in California produced a plot to motivate and educate employees to live healthier lifestyles in early January. There are twenty eight employees at the agency; more than half are currently participating in the initiative.

Collection Industry On The Brink Of Change

The collections industry has grown so huge in the last couple of years. The reason for this is that collections and recoveries are usually outsourced business functions. It would be unfathomable for a creditor to handle retrieving debt from all of their accounts, so the creditors call the collections agencies.

Collection Industry Prepares For Young Adults

The most up to date analysis of the American economy indicates that incomes are diminishing for those just starting out. The Collections Industry believes that this paradigm shift will be a permanent one.

Small Business Owners Feeling The Pinch Of The Economy

You would have to be living under a rock if you don’t know that we’re in the worst financial crisis in our lifetimes in the USA. If you find yourself worried about your business and what can happen next, you’re certainly not alone.

Bankruptcy Court Essentials

In a nutshell, bankruptcy cases are voluntary or involuntary. The vast majority of cases will be voluntary. In these, debtors (the people who owe money) petition the bankruptcy court. With involuntary bankruptcy creditors (the people who you money to) file the petition in bankruptcy. Involuntary petitions are typically rare and are sometimes used in business situations in order to force a company into bankruptcy so the creditors can enforce their rights.

Spanish Debt Collection Agency Humiliates Debtors Into Paying Up

Would you be embarrassed if someone in atop hat and tuxedo followed you into a restaurant and silently joined your lunch date? How about a trio of men with more to love dressed like superheroes asking your neighbors for donations to assist you in your financial situation?