Archive for 'Credit & Debt'

Ask Stacy: Help! I’m Facing a Debt Disaster!
Sep 06, 2011 - As the result of a gambling addiction, M has major debt issues – what should she do?

Will Debit Cards Soon Charge Monthly Fees?
Sep 05, 2011 - Have a debit card with a rewards program? Probably not for long. In fact, you may soon start paying a monthly fee just for the privilege of using this type of plastic.

Foreign Transaction Costs – and 5 Other Credit Card Pet Peeves
Sep 01, 2011 - Credit card companies make disingenuous claims that really bug me. Here are my top 6.

Everything You Need to Know About Business Credit Cards
Aug 29, 2011 - Business credit cards don't have the same protection that consumer credit cards do. Then why are they so popular? Because in this economy, it's often the only way small business owners can get credit.

5 Reasons to Put the Brakes on Your Gas Card
Aug 25, 2011 - Sure, gas prices are sky-high. But credit cards that give you cash back on gas might not be the best deal – because other rewards cards are offering even more these days.

The Best Way to Pay Off Debt
Aug 22, 2011 - Debt: Most of us have (lots of) it, and few of us want to talk about it. That may mean we're throwing away money, because the intuitive way to pay debts off is not the best.

Banks Make Millions Selling Your Shopping Habits
Aug 19, 2011 - Banks have another idea to make money – and strangely enough, this new tactic might even save you a few bucks.

Today’s Top 6 Business Credit Cards
Aug 18, 2011 - Business credit cards don't have the same safeguards consumer cards do, but for growing businesses, they come in handy. Here are some of the best out there right now.

Jobs Report is Out: Stock Market Update
Aug 05, 2011 - July's jobs report is out and it's better news than expected. But the stock market seems to be dropping anyway. Should you panic?

The 5 Best Credit Card Sign-Up Bonuses
Aug 05, 2011 - You might think your credit card's rewards program is paying you big time, but what about those sign-up bonuses? That's where the big money is.

Money Tips for the College-Bound
Jul 30, 2011 - If you're got a student heading off to college in the fall, read these tips for a quick class on managing student money.

Five Funny Debt Ceiling Videos
Jul 27, 2011 - Humor can help when looking at a problem by taking some of the emotional heat out of what should be a rational debate. So I scoured the web and found 5 funny videos that should help lighten the mood.

The West Wing Explains The Debt Ceiling
Jul 26, 2011 - Back in 2004, the popular show The West Wing was discussing the debt ceiling. Here's a clip that explains it better than almost anything I've seen.

Flying out the Door: The Best of the New Airline Credit Cards
Jul 22, 2011 - After a rough couple of years, airline credit cards are once again taking off. A slew of new and updated cards have been released recently. Here's the lowdown on each one.

Why Choosing Debit or Credit Is Like Picking Salad Dressing
Jul 21, 2011 - Paper or plastic? Low-fat or low-sodium? Window or aisle? Those are the tough questions in life. Today, we'll help you with credit or debit? And maybe ranch or bleu cheese?