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Ask an Expert: Can I Build Credit as an Authorized User?

on January 31, 2018

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

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

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

on August 28, 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?

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?

on July 25, 2013

You may not realize how much those old cards can boost your credit scores.

Why Do Credit Cards Expire?

on July 23, 2013

Some of the reasons credit cards carry an expiration date may surprise you.

Review: First Progress Platinum Prestige Secured MasterCard

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

on July 24, 2013

Check your policy to see if this deductible has snuck in.

9 Stupid Things You’re Doing With Your Credit Card

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

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

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

on April 30, 2020

You and your spouse can work together to improve his or her bad credit scores.

Ask an Expert: Which Airline Credit Cards Offer the Best Loyalty Perks?

on September 24, 2013

Figure out which perks are most important to you before you decide which airline-branded credit card should reside in your wallet.

6 Tough Questions to Ask Before You Retire

on July 11, 2013

Before you decide to stop working, do a cold, hard analysis of where you stand.

Special Summer Perks From Your Credit Card

on July 10, 2013

Your credit card may give you free entry to museums or other perks you didn’t know about.

What Your Car Insurance Doesn’t Cover

on July 9, 2013

Exclusions are very specific and include things such as racing, business use and nuclear war.

Review: Blue Cash Everyday Card From American Express

on August 28, 2013

The Blue Cash Everyday Card is like the little brother of the Blue Cash Preferred Card from American Express. How do the two cards compare?

Are Fees, Fraud Eating Away at Your Social Security?

on July 8, 2013

Getting Social Security payments by prepaid debit card or direct deposit hasn’t worked out well for all recipients.

Did the Founding Fathers Have Bad Credit?

on July 4, 2013

For the Fourth of July, we revisit the personal finance habits of some of the famous men who were there at the nation’s start.

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