Archive for 'Credit & Debt'
Half of College Grads Surprised by Their High Debt
May 24, 2013 - Nearly three-quarters of this year's college grads have college-related debt -- averaging $35,200. Shocked? So are the grads.
Ask an Expert: Will Carrying a Balance Improve My Credit Score?
May 23, 2013 - Whether it's better to maintain a balance or pay your credit card off in full each month is one of the most common questions about credit scores.
Women Manage Credit Better Than Men, Study Says
May 22, 2013 - Experian shares some finding from its analysis of data from 750,000 credit reports.
Ask Stacy: Should I Lend My Granddaughter Money for Law School?
May 21, 2013 - Lending to family and friends has been going on since the first money was minted. Is it a good idea? That depends on who's doing the borrowing and who's doing the lending.
Review: Sony Card From Capital One
May 21, 2013 - This card could be rewarding for people who favor the Sony brand, but not if they're contemplating transferring a balance.
Study: Many Americans Don’t Understand Credit Scores
May 20, 2013 - Women in general know more about credit scores than men, but many members of both sexes get the basics wrong.
6 Ways to Ruin Your Life, Gatsby Style
May 17, 2013 - Hidden in the classic novel -- and the latest adaptation for film -- are some personal finance lessons. Don't make the mistakes that Gatsby did.
Ask an Expert: Are Airline Credit Cards Always the Right Way to Purchase Airfare?
May 16, 2013 - A cash-back credit card with a bonus offer may be a better option, depending on your future travel plans.
$45 Million Stolen in Hours With Prepaid Cards
May 15, 2013 - One of the most sophisticated cybercrime attacks ever was pulled off with the help of 'cashing crews' that accessed massive numbers of ATMs.
How Much Is Too Much Student Loan Debt?
May 15, 2013 - More than half of all student loans are now delinquent or in deferral.
Review: Upromise World MasterCard From Barclaycard
May 14, 2013 - The card offers a generous cash-back plan that can enhance college savings or help pay off student loan debt.
Take 5: A Roundup of Reads From Around the Web
May 10, 2013 - This week: how to start a home business, biggest job mistakes, buying and selling on Craigslist, vacation home exchanges, and why credit cards aren't competitive.
Debt Settlement Company Charged With Fraud
May 09, 2013 - The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is ready to play hardball with the largely unregulated industry, and for the first time has referred a case for criminal prosecution.
Ask an Expert: Best Cash-Back Bonus Offer for a Moderate Budget?
May 09, 2013 - It doesn't make sense to apply for a card with a huge initial bonus if you can't meet the spending requirements to get the reward.
Ask Stacy: Do Unpaid Bills Ever Expire?
May 07, 2013 - A reader recently received a bill in the mail from 2006. Does she have to pay?
