Author: Guest Blogger
7 Huge Mistakes Back-to-School Shoppers Make
Guest Blogger on August 12, 2013
You could easily make back-to-school shopping much more painful and expensive than it needs to be.
Credit Card Application Denied? Be Sure to Ask Why
Guest Blogger on August 8, 2013
You might get a different response to your application if you place a call and explain to a real person why you deserve to have the card.
Ask an Expert: What’s the Best Business Credit Card for Startups?
Guest Blogger on August 8, 2013
One card in particular offers plenty of bonus rewards in categories where a new business will likely spend a lot of money.
Don’t Get Swept Away: Floods and Car Insurance
Guest Blogger on August 7, 2013
In the wake of several record-setting flash floods across the country, we outline ways to protect yourself and your car from rising water levels.
Here’s Something New: A Credit Card That Pays You Cash to Transfer a Balance
Guest Blogger on August 6, 2013
Most low-interest credit cards charge you to transfer a balance. This one pays you, then charges an interest rate of only 8 percent. Too good to be true?
The 5 Most Common Hidden Credit Card Charges
Guest Blogger on August 5, 2013
These sneaky charges amount to more than $14 billion on consumers’ credit cards in a year. Are they popping up on your bills?
How to Get Out of Debt: The Real Secret
Guest Blogger on August 1, 2013
Facing a mountain of debt is enough to cause fear and inertia to kick in. Here’s how to defeat them.
Ask an Expert: Can I Build Credit as an Authorized User?
Guest Blogger on August 1, 2013
There are some issues to consider being going this route to build a stellar credit history.
10 Things Health Plans Can and Can’t Do in 2014
Guest Blogger on July 31, 2013
The rules will change for health insurance plans when Obamacare finally takes full effect next year. Here’s what to look for.
The Best and Worst Things to Buy in August
Guest Blogger on July 30, 2013
Consider yourself a very smart shopper if you’ve held off buying items like grills, patio furniture and back-to-school supplies and clothes. Huge discounts are coming.
Review: American Express Serve
Guest Blogger on July 30, 2013
As long as you’re not trying to build your credit score, this low-fee prepaid card can be a great alternative to a credit card.
Is It Ever Too Late to Negotiate a Medical Bill?
Guest Blogger on July 29, 2013
Once a debt has been turned over to a collection agency, you may think it’s too late to see if it can be settled for less. But it’s never too late.
Ask an Expert: Should I Close My Old Credit Cards?
Guest Blogger on July 25, 2013
You may not realize how much those old cards can boost your credit scores.
Why Do Credit Cards Expire?
Guest Blogger on July 23, 2013
Some of the reasons credit cards carry an expiration date may surprise you.
Review: First Progress Platinum Prestige Secured MasterCard
Guest Blogger on July 23, 2013
If you have bad credit and you want to build your credit score, this card is worth your attention.
Hurricane Deductible: You’re Paying More But Getting Less
Guest Blogger on July 22, 2013
Check your policy to see if this deductible has snuck in.
9 Stupid Things You’re Doing With Your Credit Card
Guest Blogger on July 17, 2013
You’re wasting money or exposing yourself to identity theft if you’re guilty of these less than best practices.
8 Things Not to Buy Your College-Bound Student
Guest Blogger on July 16, 2013
Some of these items are probably on your must-buy list for an incoming freshman in your family. Not so fast.
Review: NFL Extra Points Card From Barclaycard
Guest Blogger on July 16, 2013
How proud would you be to have your favorite NFL team’s logo on your credit card? It’s possible, and the card also has some other great perks for fans.
I Saw My Spouse’s Credit Report … and I Freaked Out
Guest Blogger on July 15, 2013
You and your spouse can work together to improve his or her bad credit scores.
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