Make gift cards more exciting
with our 10 creative wrapping tips

Emily's list: Children's Day edition

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Debit card ID theft, fraud
protections ramped up
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How do you escape
co-signed contracts?
Despite all the advice, you did it anyway: You co-signed a loan or credit card. Now you're wiser, but is it too late? Maybe ... (more)

4 questions to ask
before co-signing
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Try negotiating a deal
when defaulting on car loan
If you're in default on a car loan but want to make amends, sit down with the lender and discuss possible payment options ... (more)

Average card APR falls,
but don't get too excited
Annual percentage rates on new credit card offers fell sharply this week, but don't expect yours to drop, too ... (more)

'Twilight' fans, get your collectible gift card
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Privacy rights notices get
pro-consumer makeover
Federal agencies released sample privacy rights notices that are easier to understand -- but aren't mandatory ... (more)

Credit card quiz

Which credit card
is right for you?
Credit cards used to be simple, but not any more. Which one is right for you? This quiz will help ... (more)

Credit card tip of the day

When destroying your credit card, slice the card number in at least six pieces to prevent ID theft. Scissors can do the job just as well as a pricey shredder.

8 key things to know about credit card debt

Credit card debt isn't inevitable. In fact, millions of credit customers use cards regularly and never pay any finance charges or other fees. Here's how they do it.

Spice up those impersonal gift cards this holiday season with some fun, creative gift wrapping suggestions. Cynthia Drake with CreditCards.com offers some inexpensive and easy ways to make those presents more exciting.

For even more ideas, check out our article on 10 creative ways to wrap gift cards in our 2009 holiday gift card special section.

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