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Saving Money and Earning Rewards Is Simpler with New UPside Visa Savings Purse
Posted on December 15th, 2011 No comments
Saving Money and Earning Rewards Is Simpler with New UPside Visa Savings PurseNew York, NY (PRWEB) November 01, 2011
Plastyc, provider of affordable, easy to use banking services, announced a new one-click savings purse for its UPside Visa and iBankUP online prepaid accounts, which serve as alternatives to traditional checking accounts. The savings purse, available this week, makes it simple to set aside money for a rainy day and to participate in SaveUp, a partner personal savings reward program that went live today.
Unlike traditional checking and savings accounts, the new UPside and iBankUP savings purse makes it easy to save money automatically, and there are no separate accounts or separate statements to deal with.
With one click, UPside and iBankUP account holders can set aside, effectively hiding so they it can’t spend it using their debit cards (without first moving the money back into the main balance). With another click, people can set up set goals and automated daily, weekly, or monthly deposits to the savings purse.
The savings purse also lets customers link to SaveUp, a new nationwide rewards program for personal savings. UPside Visa and iBankUP customers are eligible to earn one credit for every $ 1 increase in their savings purse. SaveUp issues the credits daily, which can be redeemed for chances to win instant prizes and entries into weekly and monthly drawings. SaveUp’s prizes range from the exciting (retail gift cards, consumer electronics) to aspirational (luxury vacations, home or wardrobe make-overs) to life-changing (a new car, money for college tuition or debt pay-off, or a $ 2 million jackpot).
“UPside Visa and iBankUP offer customers a pipping at secondly chance banking and often replacing for a traditional checking account,” said Patrice Peyret, CEO of Plastyc. “Now this new savings purse and SaveUp rewards program substitute for a traditional savings account and rewards program as well, only they are simple and potentially more rewarding.”
“At SaveUp, our mission is to help Americans to succeed financially by motivating and rewarding them for saving money and paying down their debts. That’s why we’re proud to partner with Plastyc, whose focus on helping Americans save money complements our own efforts,” said Priya Haji, CEO of SaveUp. “Plastyc’s effective savings program combined with SaveUp’s innovative rewards program can give Americans that extra motivation and help their need to save more money and strengthen their financial foundations.”
About Plastyc
Plastyc delivers good banking to all by providing 24×7 addrest to FDIC-insured accounts through any Internet-connected computer or cell telephoning. Unlike traditional checking accounts, Plastyc’s iBankUP portal and UPside cards never incur overdrafts, and they offer better services at lower prices, with more ways to receive money and no venturing of over-spending it. Plastyc’s principals and directors have a track record as financial services innovators at companies including Gemalto, Oberthur, Signio (now part of PayPal, an eBay company), ClairMail, Lending Club, and Genetic Finance. Plastyc is privately held with headquarters in New York City. For more on Plastyc, please visit http://www.plastyc.com.About SaveUp
Founded in 2011, San Francisco-based SaveUp created the first free nationwide rewards program that encourages Americans to save money, pay kill their debts and make electropositive changes to their financial behaviors. By partnering with major consumer brands and financial institutions, SaveUp gives players the opportunity to romping exciting or life-ever-changing prizes for performing positive financial actions. The company is funded by BlueRun Ventures and True Ventures. For more on SaveUp, please see http://www.saveup.com.# # #
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BillMyParents Offers Instantly Track-able, Reloadable, Prepaid Card To Help Parents Teach Teens Smart Money Management
Posted on October 5th, 2011 No comments
BillMyParents Offers Instantly Track-capable, Reloadable, Prepaid Card To Help Parents Teach Teens Smart Money ManagementSan Diego, CA (PRWEB) August 19, 2011
The following conversation is repeated in living rooms across the country, on a daily basis:
Parent: “Where did all your allowance/money go?”
Teen: “I don’t know.”
Now parents have a new solution for the inevitable where did your cash go conversation – the instantly track-able, reloadable SpendSmart Card from BillMyParents helps parents teach their teens smart financial habits and track spending in real time without the risks associated with credit cards, bank cards or cash. With instant text alerts to both parents and teens showing real time transaction details each time the teen uses the card; the ability for parents to instantly lock or unlock the card at any time from their mobile phone, smart phone or online; and the ability for parents to instantly load funds on the card at anytime the card provides a tool for the real world.
“Most teens and young adults still live in a cash world, which doesn’t teach them anything about the world they will enter as an adult,” said Evan Jones, vice president of marketing for BillMyParents. “Our SpendSmart Card gives parents the tools to engage in meaningful conversations about money, while moving their children toward financial independence with its various control features.”
The BillMyParents card gives parents a set of tools not available with any early card on the market. It moves teens into a plastic, non-cash environment in a safe, educational manner. It is a reloadable MasterCard prepaid card, providing a slew of valuable services, including:
Instant Text Alerts – Parents and teens receive an instant alert each time a purchase is made, showing existent-time transaction details, as well as the leftover balance on the card. Instant Lock/Unlock – Parents can instantly lock & unlock their teen’s SpendSmart Card at anytime via their phone or online. Add Funds – Parents can easily add funds from their phone or online on an one-time basis or as a recurring monthly allowance. Not Credit/Debit – The SpendSmart Card is not a credit card, so there is no credit risk for parents or teens. The card is preloaded, so teens cannot exceed the balance and incur overdraft fees as with a debit card. Accepted in Millions of Locations – The BillMyParents SpendSmart card tin be used safely and securely anywhere debit MasterCard is accepted, including online.
Parents can access the service via the BillMyParents website, via their mobile phone or with its smart telephoned app, currently available for iPhone and soon to be offered as an Android app as well.
The BillMyParents SpendSmart Card is free to order and activate. The monthly subscription and maintenance fee is free for the first month and $ 3.95 per month thereafter.
About BillMyParents, Inc.
BillMyParents, Inc. (OTCQB: BMPI) (OTCBB: BMPI) offers the perfect solution for parents who want to help their teens develop smart spending habits. The BillMyParents SpendSmart Card is the only instantly track-able, reloadable MasterCard prepaid card that lets parents and teens track spending in real time. Features include the ability to instantly lock, unlock and reload the card at any time; text alerts to parents and teens showing real-time transaction details with each purchase; and the freedom and security of a prepaid MasterCard without the risk of overdrafts, accruing debt or affecting credit scores. BillMyParents provides parents with a modern way to help teach their teens financial responsibility, when it counts. For more information, please visit http://www.billmyparents.com.###
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5 Ways to Prevent Online Credit Card Theft
Posted on March 1st, 2011 No comments
Tim Parker asked:
With increasing frequency and intensity it’s happening and your credit is at risk. The attacks are getting more and more sophisticated and the thieves are becoming more widespread. They are working hard to stay a step ahead of law enforcement and they are largely successful. Your money, your credit, and your identity are at risk of being compromised by online credit card theft.
Did you know that more than 15 million people per year are victims of identity theft? Did you know that it takes an average of 600 hours of work for you to recover from identity theft? Did you know that online credit card theft costs our nation 500 million per year?
It’s clear that your identity and credit are at risk and the only way to protect it is to take actions on your own part. Here are five ways that will help you not fall victim to online credit card theft:
Only buy from companies with an actual mailing address- Websites come and go all the time and because of that, it is very easy for a scam to be executed and your money stolen and the website shut down very quickly. Businesses that sell merchandise have addresses. You should also verify this address.
Enter your credit card number in to secure websites only- Secure websites always start with HTTPS rather than HTTP. Your internet browser will also have a picture of a lock or some other graphic that will show you that you are in a secure environment.
Say no to work at home schemes- A lot of people are looking for work at home, get rich quick schemes and they are willing to give their credit card number to anybody promising quick riches. Online credit card theft often happens on the websites of thieves playing to the emotions of the average person.
Don’t give your credit card information as a response to an e-mail. No company will ask you to provide your credit card number through an e-mail. If a company e-mails you pointing you to a website to pay for something and it could be legitimate, don’t click on the link. Instead, go to the website and log in to your account.
Get an online identity theft prevention service. Online credit card theft can be prevented by paying a small monthly fee for identity monitoring. A company that you know and trust like Equifax is the perfect place to get this service.
The thieves are going to keep attacking and you may be next. At the very least, an attack would be less than convenient. At worst, it may wipe out your child’s college savings that you have contributed to for years or your retirement money. It’s easy to prevent by enrolling in a protection service like Equifax.
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Using a debit card online rather than a credit card?
Posted on January 12th, 2011 6 comments
AuxBellesEtoiles asked:
Hello,I am making a purchase of a product online and the site is secure, but it says to “enter credit card information”. I don’t have a credit card, I have a debit card. Can I still enter my debit card information and they have the money withdrawn from my checking account or would they try to use my card as a credit card? I’m concerned because they ask for the billing address.
I don’t do many online purchases so I want to make sure they won’t bill me later. My card is VISA, btw.
Thanks
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Merchant Services from Paymentmax www.paymentmax.com
Posted on December 19th, 2010 No commentscreditcardpaymentmax asked:
www.paymentmax.com http Merchant Services from Paymentmax This Video shows you what the Paymentmax services is and why it is so popular .Because of that it provides services such as open a Fast,Cheap and competitive online Merchant account for retails ,Medical and all the Business where credit card Transaction are taken placed. We provide services like credit card processing ,Online Payment,Email receipt,secure transaction,Authorize.net gateway .paymentmax also provide direct communication with Merchant Eliminating the extra charges and save your money a lot.Paymentmax provides the cheapest Merchant account services in the Industry ever.Lowest Merchant Account for Credit Card processing.This simple video’s shows you how will you be benefited by opening a account with paymentmax .Online free webinar guides you through the process.This video will you help you to understand that where and how to open a Merchant Account for your Business.When you need Merchant Account and What services you are looking for.This Video also includes why will you choose PaymentMax Merchant services and How will you be benefited by our services.There are no middleman cost.Free online webinar video
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How Do You Buy Stuff Online Without a Credit Card?
Posted on December 7th, 2010 1 comment
Melody asked:
So there are some things I want online, but my mom won’t let me buy them.
I have enough money to buy them myself, but I don’t have a credit card.
Any advice?
She won’t let me use her card. :I
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Ording Online with credit card?
Posted on October 15th, 2010 2 comments
NoName asked:
I have never ordered anything online before (I know you have to be careful about security) and was wondering how it works when using a card which withdraws from your checking account. After you provide your card info does the money automaticially withdraw like if you used a credit machine at Walmart? Do they send you a bill? Is there any hidden interest? Any other information would be appreciated!
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If you buy a Credit Card Machine online (ebay) can you use it through any co?
Posted on June 30th, 2010 1 comment
ohmygd asked:
I was going to bid on a credit card machine online, but was told by a friend certain co only use certain ones and it would be a waist of money is that true?
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What happens when a Visa Gift Card runs out of money? And how can it be used for online purchases?
Posted on June 7th, 2010 1 comment
dry hands asked:
When a Visa Gift Card runs out of money, it’s just dead, right? There’s no way it’ll keep charging you?And how can it be used for online purchases? Can it be used just like any other credit card online?
Oh and almost forgot, is it refillable?
Cindy -
online poker website that still can accept my credit card deposit?
Posted on May 11th, 2010 7 comments
Colin asked:
hey, all you online poker players out there. Im trying to find a site to play on where i can deposit with my credit card. Full tilt, pokerstarts wont allow me to do it due to restrictions on the card. any other way to get money on their?? please let me know
Herman