The President signed H.R. 627, known as the Credit CARD Act of 2009, into law. This law created new rules for credit card companies. The goal was simple. Lawmakers wanted to protect consumers from unfair credit card practices. The law also required new guidelines for credit counseling information. Within six months of the law’s passage, […]

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Relief is on the way – but at a price. Credit Cardholders’ Bill of Rights Act of 2009 The Credit Cardholders’ Bill of Rights Act of 2009 reached President Barack Obama after the House approved it on Wednesday. Once the President signs the bill, it will change how credit card companies operate. The law aims […]