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A New Way to Spend Your Paycheck Before You Get It
Krystal Steinmetz on August 7, 2014
Activehours is a new app-based service that provides interest-free loans against your next paycheck.
Apple’s $450 Million Price-Fixing Settlement Gets Preliminary OK
Krystal Steinmetz on August 7, 2014
However, a federal court has yet to rule on Apple’s appeal of a lower court’s decision against it.
Is This the Death of Passwords?
Guest Blogger on August 7, 2014
The continued race to stop high-tech crooks has led researchers to try yet another security frontier — one that may signal the death of the password.
The Dangers of Playing the Credit Card Rewards Game
Guest Blogger on August 7, 2014
One of the perks of having high credit scores is that credit issuers offer generous sign-up bonuses. Although the offers can be tempting, there are risks.
Overdraft Fees Typically Top the Cost of the Item That Prompted Them
Krystal Steinmetz on August 7, 2014
A CFPB study found that consumers often end up paying the equivalent of 17,000 percent interest when they purchase a small-ticket item and overdraw their account.
Regulators Target Foreclosure Relief Scams
Krystal Steinmetz on August 7, 2014
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has partnered with the FTC to protect distressed homeowners from fraudulent loan modification companies.
Want to Get Fat? Eat These 9 Meals at Chain Restaurants
Krystal Steinmetz on August 7, 2014
The Cheesecake Factory is the (big) winner, taking home three of the nine Xtreme Eating awards.
Sun-Protective Clothing: Worth It, or Just a Pricey Trend?
Marilyn Lewis on August 6, 2014
Clothing with a UPF rating isn’t necessary for many people. But for those who really need protection from the sun, it gives a level of certainty.
Guzzle or Sip? Best Cars for Fuel Economy (Plus Top Vehicles for Seniors)
Krystal Steinmetz on August 1, 2014
We have the best and worst vehicles based on gas mileage, plus a list of top-rated cars for seniors on the go.
Cheated Soldiers Will Get $92M in Debt Relief, Feds Say
Krystal Steinmetz on August 1, 2014
Rome Finance’s predatory lending scheme affected 17,800 soldiers, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau said.
Why Corporations Pay Less Taxes Than You, Part 2
Stacy Johnson CPA on August 4, 2014
We’ve been talking about how some American companies are using loopholes to avoid paying U.S. taxes. We’re not the only ones.
U.S. Families Are Borrowing Less for College
Krystal Steinmetz on August 1, 2014
A new report found that Americans are using more income and savings to pay for college costs.
9 Secrets Your Debt Collector Doesn’t Want You to Know
Allison Martin on August 1, 2014
Debt collectors have their tricks of the trade to convince people they need to pay up big, right now.
The Top 5 Consumer Complaints
Krystal Steinmetz on July 31, 2014
The Consumer Federation of America has identified the top consumer complaints for 2013. Where do your complaints rank?
Big-Box Stores Headed the Way of the Dinosaurs?
Krystal Steinmetz on July 31, 2014
Goldman Sachs says stores like Walmart and Target are losing steam.
What That 4 Percent GDP Growth Spurt Really Means
Krystal Steinmetz on July 31, 2014
After a dismal first quarter, U.S. gross domestic product rebounded in the past three months. Does that mean the economy is finally heating up?
Totaled in Kansas, Not in Colorado
Guest Blogger on July 31, 2014
Thresholds for totaling a car vary by state and could affect whether your car is sent to the scrap heap or the body shop.
Banks Make $1 Billion Helping US Firms ‘Move’ Overseas
Krystal Steinmetz on July 30, 2014
Corporations looking for a lower tax bill are taking their headquarters out of the U.S.
Is Your Bank Account Safe From the Latest Phishing Scam?
Krystal Steinmetz on July 30, 2014
Operation Emmental has hit European and Asian banks. Is the U.S. next? Take steps to protect yourself and your bank account.
This Will Make You Look Forward to Your Next Airport Layover
Krystal Steinmetz on July 30, 2014
Eat, play or pamper yourself at these U.S. airports.
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