Archive for 'Family'

Ranking the “Most Hated” Consumer Fees
Jun 14, 2010 - It's often said America is the home of the fee. Here are five of the worst... Is your most hated fee on it?

Tips to Help Recent Grads Build Credit
Jun 14, 2010 - Whether starting out or starting over, building a solid credit history is the key to better borrowing. Here's how to do it right.

Should Medical Debt Count Against You?
Jun 12, 2010 - Some in congress think your medical debt shouldn't count in determining your credit worthiness. What do you think?

Most Homeowners Think It’s OK to Walk Away
Jun 11, 2010 - Only 23% of respondents in a recent survey said that it's OK to stop paying their mortgage if their property is worth less than they owe. But that's not the whole story.

Credit Card Debt Falls $138 Billion Since October ’08
Jun 09, 2010 - Americans are using less plastic, staying more current on their debts and building their savings.

7 Tips to Save at least $1,000 on Your Next Move
Jun 09, 2010 - Here are some quick tips to save at least $1,000 on your next move, and a few more that will help reduce your stress.

6 Tips to Pay Less for a College Degree
Jun 08, 2010 - While college is certainly expensive, it's often not as expensive as the "sticker price" that you so often see in the popular press. Here are six strategies you can use to make it more affordable.

7 Routes to a Cheaper Family Vacation
Jun 08, 2010 - A vacation doesn't have to be expensive. Try renting a place with a kitchen and tweeting your way to discounts, for a start.

Some College Health Plans Nothing to Cheer About
Jun 04, 2010 - Many colleges and universities offer student health insurance plans, but these policies have come under fire for often being inadequate and costly.

Wal-Mart Announces Price Roll-Back on College Tuition
Jun 04, 2010 - Retailing giant Wal-Mart to offer college credit, reduced tuition for its employees.

Have I Got a Bad Deal for You! The Rise of Health Insurance Scams
Jun 02, 2010 - The worse the economy gets, the more con artists rise to the surface with schemes to trick you out of your hard-earned money, including a fast-growing crop of fake health insurance plans.

AT&T: No More Fixed-Price, Unlimited Internet
Jun 02, 2010 - If you're planning on getting an iPhone, iPad or other web surfing wireless device from AT&T, don't plan on unlimited web-surfing for a low monthly fee.

5 Jobs in Demand That Pay Well and Don’t Require a College Degree
Jun 01, 2010 - Five jobs in demand that don't require a four-year degree and promise bigger paychecks than some jobs requiring a college education.

8 Tips for a Successful Community Yard Sale
May 27, 2010 - Picking the right time and a high-traffic location are the first rules for a community yard sale. But don't spend a lot of time writing out price tags.

New Fed Website Not Much Help to Consumers
May 26, 2010 - The Fed recently announced a new website designed to help consumers choose the best credit card for their needs. Too bad it doesn't do anything of the sort.