Archive for 'Credit & Debt'
What Goes Around Comes Around: Lessons from the Great Depression
Jan 26, 2010 - Our nation faces huge economic challenges. But they're not unprecedented. If you'd like to better manage your future, start by looking to the past.
The True Cost of Bad Credit
Jan 25, 2010 - Find out how many points your credit score will drop if you make one of these common mistakes.
4 Reasons Budgets Fail and How to Make One That Won’t
Jan 22, 2010 - 4 reasons most budgets fail and how you can make one that doesn't.
Viewer Question: Are Credit Card Protection Plans Worth $10 a Month?
Jan 21, 2010 - Are credit card protection plans worth the money? In a word, no. Here's why.
How Ron Dealt with Debt: Bankruptcy
Jan 21, 2010 - A heartbreaking, personal story from just one of the 1.4 million Americans who filed bankruptcy last year.
Consumer Financial Protection Agency Floundering
Jan 20, 2010 - A new bill before Congress would establish a watchdog agency to oversee everything from credit cards to mortgage loans.
Should You Consider Debt Settlement?
Jan 19, 2010 - Debt settlement, an industry plagued by controversy, promises to rid you of your debt. But is it worth the cost?
Free Budgeting Spreadsheets
Jan 18, 2010 - There is no end to the list of budgeting spreadsheets you can find online, but for those with a copy of Microsoft Excel, here are a few budgeting spreadsheets you can download for free.
Help With Debt: Credit Counseling
Jan 18, 2010 - If you need help getting out of debt, here's where to find it.
Tips for Applying for a Credit Card
Jan 14, 2010 - When you're shopping for credit cards, it pays to know which type of consumer you are.
Step One in Destroying Debts: Creating a Goal
Jan 11, 2010 - Goal setting is the single most important thing you can do to reduce debt.
2010 Inflation Predictions
Jan 08, 2010 - What's it going to cost to gas up the car this year? How about health insurance? And are college costs going up? Let's find out.
Credit Card Predictions for 2010
Jan 06, 2010 - Seven predicted changes to the credit card industry coming in 2010.
The End of Free Checking?
Dec 30, 2009 - While new regulations may mean the end of your bank's free checking accounts, there are still ways to get free checking.
Hate Your Bank? 3 Steps to Ditch ‘Em
Dec 04, 2009 - There are still places you can get free checking with lower fees. And switching doesn't have to be a hassle.
