Wednesday, January 6, 2010

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Olivia Mullin closes doors

by Cinda Baxter on January 6, 2010

in Economy, Vendors

olivia_mullen_logoReported by numerous retailers, Olivia Mullin (personalized stationery products) has closed their doors. According to faxes and emails being received by stores who have orders pending, their credit cards are being refunded for any product that’s sold out, with a message that the company has ceased to do business. [click here to continue…]

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Credit card potholes coming for retailers

by Cinda Baxter on January 6, 2010

in Economy, Finances, Retail

credit_cardsHere it comes…the second wave of rules instituted as part of the Credit Card Act of 2009. Beginning in February, card issuers will be held to a plethora of new standards…which means a plethora of new charges and changes are quickly hitting consumers now, in anticipation of lost revenue.

While I don’t pretend to be an expert when it comes to figuring out all the ins and outs of issuing banks, Jean Chatzky (Financial Editor, NBC) is. Here are a few of her tips to keep in mind as credit card statements begin landing in your mailbox: [click here to continue…]

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