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Last Credit CARD Act post, for now

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This law caps how much credit card companies can charge for fees, so they are "reasonable and proportional."

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There are now limits on late fees. Caps are subject to change. Over-the-limit fees were ended all together so long as the card holder does not opt-in to having them. So make sure you read the fine print.

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https://www.ftc.gov/legal-library/browse/statutes/credit-card-accountability-responsibility-disclosure-act-2009-credit-card-act

https://www.forbes.com/advisor/credit-cards/what-is-the-card-act-of-2009/