Author: Jason Steele
Avoiding 5 Common Issues With Travel Sites
Jason Steele on January 6, 2012
Online travel portals offer convenience and low prices, but you need to be aware of some drawbacks.
Strange Travel Stories of 2011 – and How to Avoid Them in 2012
Jason Steele on January 2, 2012
In 2011, it was proven once again that truth is stranger than fiction. If we can learn a few lessons about these bizarre travel stories, perhaps we can reach our destinations without generating new ones.
5 Credit Card Predictions for 2012
Jason Steele on December 29, 2011
Credit card reward programs are an ever-shifting landscape. Here’s are some trends to watch for in 2012.
How Banks Are Taking a Cut of Charitable Giving – and 6 Ways to Avoid It
Jason Steele on December 22, 2011
Your credit card issuer profits off every transaction – even when you donate to a nonprofit. Here’s how to make sure more of your money is getting to the people who need it.
A Man’s Guide to Taking the Stress Out of Jewelry Shopping
Jason Steele on December 16, 2011
If you’re a guy shopping for jewelry, you’re right to be nervous. But follow these five steps and your trip to the jewelry store will be a little less intimidating.
9 Ways to Cut Your Monthly Costs
Jason Steele on December 16, 2011
Between rising costs and an uncertain economy, we’re all looking for new ways to save money. But instead of looking for the one-time big score, try saving a little bit each month. It adds up.
Denied For a Credit Card? 5 Steps to Get Your Bank to Change Its Mind
Jason Steele on December 15, 2011
Don’t let a bank’s computer get away with a bad decision about your good credit. Give them a call and offer them a good reason to change their mind. If you have a high credit score and a good payment history, they probably will.
Tips for Holiday Tipping
Jason Steele on December 9, 2011
Holiday tipping is a touchy subject in a tough economy. Here are three ways to tip within your budget, and three more standard tips on tipping.
4 Credit Cards With High Annual Fees That Are Good for You
Jason Steele on December 8, 2011
These cards have high annual fees, but don’t cut them up until you price them out – they could be worth your while.
Online Sales Taxes May Be Coming Soon
Jason Steele on December 8, 2011
It seems there’s one thing Democratic and Republican senators might agree on these days: forcing out-of-state companies to collect sales tax for online purchases. A bill has been proposed, but until it passes, here’s what you can do now to pocket the cash that might otherwise go to the taxman.
4 Ways to Avoid Fuel Surcharges When Using Frequent Flier Miles
Jason Steele on December 5, 2011
Frequent flier programs can change at the whim of the airlines – and rarely in your favor. Here’s how to shield yourself (and your miles) from their devious ways.
5 Dumb Gifts for Girls – and 5 Smart Ones
Jason Steele on December 2, 2011
You want your holidays to be memorable, but not for the wrong reasons. Shopping for that special woman? Here are the top five gifts to avoid and five more you should consider instead.
How to Handle Holiday Flight Delays
Jason Steele on December 2, 2011
The next time you find yourself stranded in an airport, don’t take pity on yourself – take action. Seize the next available flight while making the most of your time on the ground.
4 Reasons Credit Cards Are Better Than Ever Before
Jason Steele on December 1, 2011
When the Card Act of 2009 became law, many predicted that tighter regulations would force banks to increase fees and curtail rewards. Fortunately, the opposite has happened.
7 Tips for Getting Compensated After a Travel Problem
Jason Steele on November 28, 2011
The squeaky wheel might get the grease, but the calm complainer gets compensated with free miles or even money.
The 12 Scams of Christmas
Jason Steele on November 25, 2011
Scammers ramp up their activities each year around the holidays. Here are 12 popular scams you should be on the lookout for.
Supercharge Your Computer Productivity for Less
Jason Steele on November 22, 2011
Don’t spend hundreds of dollars on a new computer until you try upgrading the one you’ve got. Here are six tips that will help.
6 Ways to Avoid Sneaky Hotel Fees
Jason Steele on November 21, 2011
Whether it’s in the air or on the ground, the fight against fees is shaping up to be an eternal struggle. Use these tactics to push back against fee-focused hotels.
The 5 Best Ways to Make More Money
Jason Steele on November 18, 2011
Could you use a little extra cash for the holidays? Here’s a quick list of places to look…
How to Pick the Perfect Credit Card
Jason Steele on November 18, 2011
With banks fiercely competing for your business, you can choose the best credit card to help you get out of debt or to earn rewards – but not both.
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