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.
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Advanta Credit Card Scam
July 18th, 2010 · Comments Off · Credit
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What Is The FDCPA?
June 5th, 2010 · Comments Off · Legal
In order to skirmish the topics associated with harassing debt collectors and debt collection companies, the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (also known as the FDCPA) was constructed. The laws and regulations determined by the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act not only guard consumers, but they also assist debt collection agencies as well by encouraging them to act in a serious and professional manner when engaging in dialog with supposed debtors.
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