Category: Borrow
Beware These 5 Sneaky Credit Card Company Tricks
Jeffrey Trull on August 21, 2019
Credit card companies love to dangle juicy offers. Learn how to sort out deals from duds.
Save on Food, Gas and More With These 3 Top Cash-Back Cards
Money Talks News on August 17, 2019
Get up to 6% cash back on your groceries — or grab one of these other all-around cash-back cards to stretch every dollar.
2-Minute Money Manager: Good Versus Bad Debt — What’s the Difference?
Stacy Johnson on August 12, 2019
Not all debt is a downer. In fact, some debt can make you rich. Here’s how to tell good debt from bad.
How to Tap Into Your Home Equity Fast — and When It Makes Sense
Kari Huus on August 8, 2019
If you’re a homeowner you may be able to get a competitive loan for as much as $150,000 in just days.
How to Compute How Much House You Can Afford
Stacy Johnson on August 7, 2019
Here’s how to decide if you can afford the home you want — and what to do if you can’t.
11 Tips and Tricks That Will Keep You From Overspending
Marilyn Lewis on July 19, 2019
These suggestions and skills will help you avoid the temptation to overspend.
4 Cards With Awesome Balance-Transfer Deals — Up to 18 Months at 0%
Money Talks News on July 18, 2019
These cards have some of the best offers to relieve you of high-interest balances, and they have cash-back programs to boot.
6 Steps to Help a Teenager Build Credit
Angela Colley on July 9, 2019
Here’s the safe and sane path for parents to help teenagers become financially responsible.
7 Terrible Ways to Borrow Money
Marilyn Lewis on July 8, 2019
These types of loans may cost you more than you realize. Here’s what to watch out for — and some better alternatives.
2-Minute Money Manager: Does a Credit Card Balance Help My Credit Score?
Stacy Johnson on July 1, 2019
It seems logical: Credit card companies will reward you with a higher score if you carry a balance. But is it true?
NYC to Honolulu Round-Trip for $0, Anyone? This Card Can Make It Happen
Money Talks News on June 25, 2019
This card offers 60,000 points as a welcome bonus — worth $750 for flights, hotel rooms, upgrades and more through one of the most flexible rewards programs in the market.
8 Surefire Ways to Get Rid of Debt ASAP
Allison Martin on June 25, 2019
Here’s how to painlessly speed up debt-reduction efforts.
7 Reasons Your Credit Card Will Get Declined — and How to Avoid It
Angela Colley on June 25, 2019
Exceeding your credit limit is hardly the only reason your plastic can be rejected. Beware these lesser-known causes.
4 Smart Reasons to Get a New Credit Card
Money Talks News on June 22, 2019
Plastic can get us in trouble, but it can also be a valuable tool for smoothing over debt, saving money and building credit. Here are the best cards to use to meet common needs.
8 Reasons Retirees Still Need Good Credit
Lucy Lazarony on June 19, 2019
Poor credit costs you money and opportunities — even during your golden years.
4 Credit Repair Company Lies — and How to Fix Your Score Without Help
Maryalene LaPonsie on June 18, 2019
Credit repair companies promise the sun and the moon, but they may instead be taking you for an expensive ride.
8 Types of Companies That Are Looking at Your Credit Report
Miranda Marquit on June 13, 2019
Even if you’re not borrowing money, these entities can peek at your credit report.
Pay 0% on Balance Transfers Until September 2020
Money Talks News on June 13, 2019
These three great offers can give you a reprieve from high-interest debt while you implement your strategy to pay off credit card balances.
2-Minute Money Manager: Do I Need an RFID-Blocking Sleeve?
Stacy Johnson on June 3, 2019
It’s called radio frequency identification (RFID) skimming: A crook electronically steals your credit card info without your knowledge. There’s protection available, for a price. Is it worth it?
10 Purchases You Should Not Put on a Credit Card
Allison Martin on June 2, 2019
Credit cards offer many conveniences and protections, but sometimes it’s simply smarter to keep the plastic tucked away.
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