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13.1 Million Americans Hit by Identity Theft in 2013

on February 10, 2014

The new report likely doesn’t include those victimized by the massive data breaches at Target and other retailers.

Check Out the CFPB’s New Online Mortgage Tool

on February 8, 2014

The CFPB has released a new online tool that allows people to sift through data on home loans made in their communities and compare it with other locations.

Survey: 65 Percent of Shoppers Won’t Pay More for Amazon Prime

on February 7, 2014

If Amazon substantially raises the cost of Amazon Prime, could there be a customer revolt like that experienced by Netflix?

Could the Post Office Make Payday Lenders Obsolete?

on February 6, 2014

It’s been proposed that post offices provide financial services to those who now depend on payday lenders and check-cashing joints.

What’s the Best Credit Score?

on April 30, 2020

The answer to that question is probably a bit more complicated than you would think.

What to Expect From Valentine’s Day Deals

on February 4, 2014

Some of the most traditional Valentine’s Day gifts likely won’t see great sales leading up to the big day. Here’s where you can find bargains.

Review: The Plum Card From American Express OPEN

on February 4, 2014

This business credit card offers a significant benefit for those that have the cash on hand to pay early.

The Best and Worst Things to Buy in February

on February 3, 2014

Tax software, winter clothing, and touch-screen laptops are great deals this month, but hold off on a new smartphone until after the Mobile World Congress.

Can You Pay for Pot With Your Credit Card?

on February 3, 2014

Buying marijuana is either legal or illegal, depending on the location of the transaction. Throw credit cards into the mix, and things get more complicated.

That $9.84 Charge on Your Credit Card Bill May Signal Fraud

on January 30, 2014

After the recent data breaches at Target and other stores, you’ll want to be on the lookout for small charges on your credit card statements.

Warming Up the Car While You Sit in the House? Bad Idea

on January 29, 2014

It may be unseasonably cold outside, but leaving an unattended car idling is against the law in some cities and states.

Nobody Is Buying a TV for the Super Bowl

on January 28, 2014

It used to be said that TV sales really took off before the NFL championship game. That doesn’t seem to be the case now, if it ever was.

Review: Discover it

on December 3, 2014

Discover offers yet another version of its popular Discover it card.

4 Ways to Keep Your Smartphone From Getting Hacked

on January 27, 2014

We know not to click on questionable links on our computers. Cybercriminals know we know this, too. That’s why they’re targeting our smartphones.

How to React to Target’s Credit Monitoring Email

on January 23, 2014

If you’re among the millions of Americans who received Target’s free credit monitoring offer email recently, you might be wondering what to do next. First, beware of fake emails.

Spam in the Fridge: Hackers Target Home Appliances

on January 22, 2014

An email security firm says it detected what it calls the first hacker attack using home appliances, which sent out more than 750,000 malicious emails.

Warren Buffett Bets $1 Billion on March Madness

on January 21, 2014

Berkshire Hathaway is backing the $1 billion prize for the contest entrant who correctly predicts the winner of each NCAA men’s basketball tournament game.

Big Banks Are Dropping Their Payday-Type Loans

on January 21, 2014

Big banks are doing away with ‘deposit advance loans,’ which many have compared to payday loans.

Target Shoppers: 4 Ways Hackers Will Come After You

on January 20, 2014

Scammers can use the information stolen from Target to try to get you to share more personal information or attempt to take over your computer. Here’s what to look for.

Should E-Cigarettes Be Banned in Public Places?

on March 15, 2016

Chicago is just the latest place to ban the use of electronic cigarettes in indoor public locations. Is this appropriate or not?

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