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Credit cards hit by widespread rate increases

November 6, 2007 by admin  
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Over 120 increases in rates and fees have hit the UK’s credit cardmarket.

credit card paymentAccording to Moneyfacts.co.uk, in the past two months, cards have felt the indirect impact of the sub-prime mortgage crisis that has led to a global credit squeeze and resulted in rising charges.

The website’s research has found that cash withdrawal fees have increased on 69 cards, 25 now have higher rates on cash withdrawals and foreign usage charges have spiralled on 18 cards.

Esther James, credit card analyst at the website, said: “Following a year of rising rates and fees, its time to take a look at your card. Check the interest rate you are paying, as there are still some great 0 per cent deals on purchases and balance transfers to be found.

“So don’t pay interest unnecessarily. Make sure you look after your own pocket instead of fuelling the profits of the card providers.”

She added that there is enough choice for consumers not to be caught out, with 300 credit card providers on the market.

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