Category: Borrow
Do I Need an RFID-Blocking Sleeve for My Credit Card?
Stacy Johnson on February 10, 2020
Protection is available to stop a crook from electronically stealing your credit card info. Is it worth it?
4 Times It’s Smart to Get a New Credit Card
Money Talks News on January 23, 2020
Here are the best cards to meet common needs — balance transfers, travel rewards, establishing credit and getting cash back on purchases.
Are Credit Unions a Good Place to Get a Mortgage?
Stacy Johnson on January 20, 2020
When it comes to mortgages, most don’t consider credit unions. That could be an expensive mistake.
The Best Card for Travel in 2020
Money Talks News on January 10, 2020
Get a 60,000-point welcome bonus — worth $750 to redeem for travel, gifts and other seasonal expenses — and more perks that will help all year long.
2 Credit Card Late Fee Amounts Increased for 2020
Karla Bowsher on January 7, 2020
These penalty thresholds could impact anyone with a credit card this year.
7 Great Tools to Help You Get Out of Debt
Jim Gold on January 6, 2020
These free and cheap apps and sites can help you pay down debt and achieve financial freedom.
How Do I Dispose of Chip Credit Cards?
Stacy Johnson on December 30, 2019
Destroying unused credit cards used to be easy — you just cut them up. But with today’s chip cards, is that enough?
3 Great 0% Interest Credit Cards for Ringing in 2020
Money Talks News on December 26, 2019
These cards — offering 0% on balance transfers for 15 months — will help take the sting out holiday expenditures.
9 Tips for Finding Trustworthy Debt Help You Can Afford
Marilyn Lewis on December 24, 2019
Resolving to go debt-free is a great way to start the new year. Get the right help with these pointers.
Resolutions 2020: Crush Your Debt in 3 Simple Steps
Donna Freedman on December 23, 2019
Skip regret and become debt-free in the new year. It takes a little fortitude, but it’s as simple as 1-2-3.
Should I Use Savings to Pay Off My Mortgage?
Stacy Johnson on December 23, 2019
Which is better: Money in the bank, or a debt-free home? It depends.
8 Ways to Quit Using Credit Cards
Lucy Lazarony on December 21, 2019
Ready to break your plastic habit? Here are eight ways to quit credit cards, or to use them more responsibly.
How Debt Affects Survivors After a Loved One Dies
Maryalene LaPonsie on December 2, 2019
Find out what you need to know about paying off the debt of a loved one after he or she dies.
2-Minute Money Manager: Why Did My Credit Score Drop After Paying Off Debt?
Stacy Johnson on December 2, 2019
Sometimes credit scores aren’t logical. This is one of those times.
2-Minute Money Manager: What Are Negative Interest Rates?
Stacy Johnson on November 25, 2019
Imagine the bank paying you to borrow and charging you to save. Welcome to the wacky world of negative rates.
2-Minute Money Manager: No One Will Give Me a Credit Card — Any Suggestions?
Stacy Johnson on November 18, 2019
Rebuilding credit after a bankruptcy isn’t easy, but it is simple.
4 Benefits and 4 Downsides of Store Credit Cards
Maryalene LaPonsie on November 13, 2019
Will applying for that store credit card come back to bite you?
You’ll Never Retire Comfortably Unless You Get Rid of This
Guest Blogger on November 7, 2019
You’ll go broke in your golden years if you carry a big balance on your credit cards.
The 3 Best Cash-Back Cards for the Shopping Season
Money Talks News on November 7, 2019
Get cash back while eating out, shopping and entertaining and 0% interest on balance transfers for a whopping 15-month period.
2-Minute Money Manager: Will Paying Off Old Debts Help My Credit?
Stacy Johnson on November 4, 2019
You’d think that paying off an old, unpaid debt would help your credit score. But does it?
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