Author: Jason Steele
Why Your Credit Card Might Not Work in Europe
Jason Steele 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
Jason Steele 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
Jason Steele 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
Jason Steele 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
Jason Steele 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
Jason Steele 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?
Jason Steele 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
Jason Steele 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
Jason Steele 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
Jason Steele 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
Jason Steele 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
Jason Steele 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
Jason Steele 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
Jason Steele 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
Jason Steele 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
Jason Steele 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
Jason Steele 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
Jason Steele 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
Jason Steele 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
Jason Steele 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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