Archive for 'Credit & Debt'
The CARD Act: What Congress Forgot To Fix
Nov 17, 2009 - When Congress passed the Credit Card Accountability, Responsibility and Disclosure Act (CARD), they forgot to fix a few things.
Debit or Credit?
Sep 23, 2009 - The question used to be “paper or plastic?". Now the question is "debit or credit?".
Prepaid Credit Cards Costly
Sep 14, 2009 - Prepaid credit cards are convenient, but high fees make them a costly choice.
Borrowing Without Bankers
Sep 10, 2009 - Websites like Prosper.com allow you to skip the bank and get a loan from an individual willing to lend.
New Rules for Credit on Campus
Aug 27, 2009 - A new law will make it harder for credit card companies to market to college students.
Dealing With Debt: Debt Settlement
Aug 03, 2009 - Maybe you've seen the ads: go to a debt settlement company, cut your debts in half. Is it for real?
Dealing With Debt: Bankruptcy
Jul 29, 2009 - This year, estimates are that nearly 500,000 Americans will file for bankruptcy. It's one way to deal with debt, but who should file and how does it work?
Dealing With Debt: Credit Counseling
Jul 28, 2009 - You see it advertised: cut your interest rates in half, get help paying off your debts. Can credit counseling help you deal with debt?
Facing Foreclosure? Turn The Tables On Your Bank
Jul 20, 2009 - With more and more homeowners falling behind on their mortgages, many are seeking help in unconventional ways.
Are Credit Card Protection Plans Worth It?
Jul 17, 2009 - Protection plans will make your payments if you loose your job, but are they worth it?
New Credit Card Law May Be Costly
Jul 15, 2009 - It's safe to say that the credit card bill of rights represents a victory of consumers over banks. But the battle's not over yet. Three ways the new law could cost you.
Caring About Co-Ops
Jul 10, 2009 - In an age of Walmarts and Home Depots, there's still a place for the corner grocer, hardware store and credit union. How do small businesses compete with giant ones? Often it's by banding together.
How To Find A Financial Advisor
Jul 02, 2009 - Finding the right financial advisor might be one of the most important things you do.
How Much Is A Trillion Dollars?
Jun 11, 2009 - Just how much is a trillion dollars? A lot more than you think it is.
