Archive for 'Credit & 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.
Selling Gold By Mail Doesn’t Pay
May 25, 2009 - We sent equal lengths of gold chain to three different mail-in gold purchasers (Cash4Gold, TurnGold2Cash and GoldKit). Guess how much they offered us...
The Credit Card Bill & You
May 19, 2009 - President Obama just signed a law bringing sweeping reform to the credit card industry. Here's a look at what it does for you.
Mortgage Help: To Pay or Not to Pay?
May 15, 2009 - If you're one of the millions of Americans who needs mortgage help, the good news is that there's plenty out there. The bad news is getting the right help isn't easy.
Pawn Shops: Lender of Last Resort
May 11, 2009 - In today's tough times, if you need money and can't turn to a bank, one option is to turn to lenders of last resort... pawn shops.
Part Time Better Than No Time
Apr 10, 2009 - We've all heard the staggering figures: 11.5 MILLION people are currently out of a job. If you're one of them, here's something to consider... a part-time career.
Credit Card Rewards Less Rewarding
Mar 25, 2009 - Credit cards can be a convenient alternative to cash, and one that pays you back with perks from reward points to frequent flier miles. But those rewards may soon be getting less rewarding.
Better Budgeting With The Web
Mar 16, 2009 - While battling the family budget is nothing new, there are new weapons out there that can help you win the war. Can free technology make you a budget winner?
CNBC’s “House of Cards” Documentary
Feb 27, 2009 - If you haven't seen it yet, CNBC's House of Cards is an excellent documentary on the origins of the economic crisis. Wondering how we got into this mess? Just watch this video...
Checking Out Tax Professionals
Feb 26, 2009 - If you'll be getting help with your taxes this year, you probably want to make sure its the best help around. Here's a few tips to make sure your choice for a paid tax professional adds up.
