Archive for 'Credit & Debt'
Review: Chase Ink Classic Business
Oct 30, 2012 - The Chase Ink Classic Business card offers great rewards with no annual fee. But are you just getting what you pay for?
Theater Thief Stole $70,000 a Week
Oct 29, 2012 - When you see a movie, keep one hand in the popcorn and the other on your wallet.
Ask an Expert: Should I Cancel Cards with Annual Fees?
Oct 25, 2012 - A reader asks for advice about his credit cards that require annual fees. What can he do to minimize the extra charges?
Government Agency Gets Consumers $425 Million Back
Oct 24, 2012 - The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has been busy lately. Here's a round-up of the money they've reclaimed for consumers from unfair credit practices.
Colleges Tell Students to Avoid Loans
Oct 23, 2012 - Some schools are offering students grant money and financial education so they can avoid taking on debt (and making the school look bad).
Review: Discover Motiva
Oct 23, 2012 - The Discover Motiva card offers a discount for paying on time. But is Motiva's motivation significant?
Got a Credit Report Problem? Let’s Talk
Oct 22, 2012 - The government can now help settle disputes between you and a credit reporting agency. Here's what you can complain about, and how.
Will Your Airline Cancel a $7,000 Flight over a $5 Charge?
Oct 22, 2012 - Some airlines are beefing up their anti-fraud measures. Ignorance of the rules could potentially leave you standing at the gate.
Credit Cards for Stay-at-Home Spouses
Oct 19, 2012 - Your stay-at-home husband or wife may soon have better access to credit, if a new proposed rule is adopted.
Take 5: A Roundup of Reads From Around the Web
Oct 19, 2012 - A look at five interesting personal finance posts from other bloggers around the Web. This week: free college, financial checkup, Social Security myths, banking fees, and things you should never keep in your wallet.
Ask an Expert: Best Card for Airline Points?
Oct 18, 2012 - How do you earn rewards with an airline that has no frequent flier program?
The Woman With the Award-Winning Debt
Oct 16, 2012 - A Kansas woman was recently honored for paying off $120,000 in credit card debt in five years. Here’s how she did it.
Review: Discover Open Road
Oct 16, 2012 - The Discover Open Road card offers bonus miles on gas and dining. But are there too many restrictions to make this product worth it?
10 Money Mistakes That Can Ruin a Marriage
Oct 12, 2012 - Research suggests the way you and your spouse handle money is a significant predictor of whether you'll have a long-lasting marriage. What should you look out for?
Take 5: A Roundup of Reads From Around the Web
Oct 12, 2012 - A look at five interesting personal finance posts from other bloggers around the Web. This week: finding the right bank, stock market vs. life, preparing for a financial windfall, savings success, and being a leader.
