Can the bank raise my interest rate on my credit card account because of a change in my debt-to-income ratio?
Yes, a bank may change the interest rate on already-existing credit cards because of a change in your debt-to-income ratio. The bank must provide you with the required notice of the changes, according to the terms of your credit card agreement.
Last Reviewed: April 2021
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