Why Your Credit Card Might Not Work in Europe
Why Your Credit Card Might Not Work in Europe

on October 6, 2011

The United States is a great country – but not so great when it comes to the latest credit card technology. Europe has us beat, and that can spell trouble for American tourists.

Why You Should Say No to These Rental Car Sales Pitches
Why You Should Say No to These Rental Car Sales Pitches

on October 4, 2011

Renting a car is simple and cheap. But those counter employees sure make it tough to decline the up-sells and upgrades. Here’s why you should.

An Italian Vacation That’s Different and Cheaper
An Italian Vacation That’s Different and Cheaper

on September 29, 2011

Sure, you can see the Roman ruins in Italy, but that can ruin your budget. So what about a trip to the northern half of the country? Fighting fewer crowds means spending less cash.

6 Ways to Save Money on Overseas Cell Phone Calls
6 Ways to Save Money on Overseas Cell Phone Calls

on September 27, 2011

Traveling out of the country is expensive enough without paying outrageous roaming fees. Here are a few hacks for cheap roaming while traveling.

The 5 Best Bargains in Pro Sports
The 5 Best Bargains in Pro Sports

on September 23, 2011

Football season is here again, but maybe you should pass – and make an end run to some other sporting events that are cheaper and just as much fun.

Top 5 Cash-Back Credit Cards
Top 5 Cash-Back Credit Cards

on September 22, 2011

Cash-back credit cards aren’t as exciting – or profitable – as other reward cards. But if you’re frustrated with figuring out all the rules that govern your points, it might make sense to opt for one of these.

Point/Counterpoint: Are Credit Card Swipe Fees Fair?
Point/Counterpoint: Are Credit Card Swipe Fees Fair?

on September 15, 2011

Every time you pull out the plastic at a store, the merchant pays a fee to a credit card processor. The merchants say the fees are too high. The banks say they’re fair. In a new feature, two of our writers debate the issue and you decide the winner.

7 Under-Appreciated Benefits of a Hybrid – and 1 Unknown Drawback
7 Under-Appreciated Benefits of a Hybrid – and 1 Unknown Drawback

on September 13, 2011

Depending on the brand you buy, hybrid cars can be fast, tough, and long-lasting. But at least one model has a very odd problem.

5 Ways to Keep Your Credit Score Up That Make No Sense
5 Ways to Keep Your Credit Score Up That Make No Sense

on September 8, 2011

If you want to keep a high credit score – which can mean lower loan rates – then you’ll need to do some things that don’t sound quite right at first.

6 Reasons Frugal Travelers Sit in Business Class
6 Reasons Frugal Travelers Sit in Business Class

on September 6, 2011

When you board an airplane and stroll by business class on your way to your economy seat, don’t be misled: Some of those folks paid about the same price as you did.

Foreign Transaction Costs – and 5 Other Credit Card Pet Peeves
Foreign Transaction Costs – and 5 Other Credit Card Pet Peeves

on September 1, 2011

Credit card companies make disingenuous claims that really bug me. Here are my top 6.

5 Things Pilots Know About Air Travel That You Don’t
5 Things Pilots Know About Air Travel That You Don’t

on August 30, 2011

I thought I was a savvy airline traveler who knew all the tricks of the trade. But then I became a pilot – and learned just how much I didn’t know.

5 Reasons to Put the Brakes on Your Gas Card
5 Reasons to Put the Brakes on Your Gas Card

on August 25, 2011

Sure, gas prices are sky-high. But credit cards that give you cash back on gas might not be the best deal – because other rewards cards are offering even more these days.

How You Can Buy a Business-Class Ticket to Europe for Less Than Coach
How You Can Buy a Business-Class Ticket to Europe for Less Than Coach

on August 23, 2011

If you have a long flight, business class is a comfortable way to fly. But the prices? In the clouds. Here’s a clever way to fly business without paying full price.

6 More Tips to Save at Restaurant.com
6 More Tips to Save at Restaurant.com

on August 22, 2011

We recently told you how to save money with Restaurant.com. But there are so many savings techniques, we couldn’t fit them in one story.

Today’s Top 6 Business Credit Cards
Today’s Top 6 Business Credit Cards

on August 18, 2011

Business credit cards don’t have the same safeguards consumer cards do, but for growing businesses, they come in handy. Here are some of the best out there right now.

Hidden Secrets of the Airlines’ Frequent Flier Awards
Hidden Secrets of the Airlines’ Frequent Flier Awards

on August 16, 2011

Airlines are just like people – some are generous, some are cheap. Learning their personalities can save your frequent-flier miles.

5 Alternatives to the High Price of an Airport Lounge Pass
5 Alternatives to the High Price of an Airport Lounge Pass

on August 10, 2011

You’ve seen the signs in the terminal for airport lounges. Maybe you’ve wondered if they’re worth the price. Answer: not usually.

5 Things Airlines Say That Might Not Be True
5 Things Airlines Say That Might Not Be True

on August 8, 2011

The FAA’s recent shutdown meant the airlines shouldn’t have collected some federal taxes. But rather than pass the savings along to customers, many airlines pocketed them. That kind of behavior might be more rule than exception.

The 5 Best Credit Card Sign-Up Bonuses
The 5 Best Credit Card Sign-Up Bonuses

on August 5, 2011

You might think your credit card’s rewards program is paying you big time, but what about those sign-up bonuses? That’s where the big money is.

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