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Ask Stacy: My Wife Ran Up My Credit Cards Without Telling Me
My wife ran up my credit cards behind my back – now we’ve got debts we can’t pay. What should I do?
UPDATE – Congress Acts to Outlaw Home Resale Fee
How would you feel if you had to pay your home-builder 1% of the sales price of your house – 99 years after it was built? If you own a home – or think you might some day – read this.
Dems and Republicans Agree: Commercials Are Too @#$ LOUD!
The Commercial Advertisement Loudness Mitigation Act (CALM) just got one step closer to becoming law. Are the days of having to hold the remote in your hand to preserve your eardrums nearing an end?
7 Reasons You Should Join a Credit Union This Week
When it comes to making more or spending less, some things are a no-brainer. Here are 7 reasons why joining a credit union is one of those things.
Airfares Take Off – 6 Tips to Land Savings
Although airline fares – and profits – are reaching for the sky, some down-to-earth advice can still save you on holiday travel.
Followup – What’s in a (Brand) Name?
Manufacturers of brand-name grocery store items are getting concerned about competition from store brands – with good reason.
The Worst TV Ad You’ve Seen – and the Funniest One You Haven’t
The Consumerist recently announced the winner of this year’s worst-commercial contest. Here it is, along with a commercial from overseas that I guarantee you’ll share with friends.
Viewer Question: Can I Negotiate Debts Myself?
This reader has a good question: can I negotiate my own debts to get balances lowered – and while I’m at it, is it possible to get my creditors to remove the negative marks on my credit history?
Rental Cars: 5 Tips for a Better Deal
Renting a car might be getting pricier soon, but you can still save money if you know where to look – and what to say.
4 Tips to Avoid the High Cost of Online Freebies
Everybody likes free stuff – except maybe free malware, viruses, and other issues that can come from searching for free things on the web. Here’s how to spot what’s really free – and safe.
4 Insider Tips to Applying for Credit Cards
Applying for a credit card isn’t as easy or as transparent as it should be. Here’s what you need to know to secure one as quickly as possible.
Should the Rich Pay Higher Taxes?
While Congress debates extending the Bush tax cuts, the question on most Americans’ minds is: How will this affect to me? Here’s the answer.
Monday’s Money Deal: Online Grocery Coupons
Like everything else online, searching for grocery coupons can score you a deal or a scam. Best bet: Stick the big sites. Here’s a list that will help net you deals without potential malware, adware or other net-based nastiness.
New Debt Settlement Rules Start September 27th
Starting on the 27th, debt settlement companies will have to start toeing the line. Bad for them – good for you.
Ask Stacy: Is All That Glitters Golden?
This week we have some questions about whether to invest in gold, grills or dishwashers.
New Program Helps Underwater Homeowners – Followup
If you’re one of the estimated 11 million Americans who owes more on their home than it’s worth, read this post.
4 Ways You Might Fall into a Seasonal Job
As the weather cools, temporary jobs start heating up. Here are 4 potential employers that might put some holiday cash in your pocket.
September 23, 2010 – A Big Day for Healthcare Reform
President Obama’s healthcare reform act turns six months old on Thursday. And there are some big changes in store.
Secrets Starbucks Doesn’t Want You to Know
Yesterday Starbucks announced prices are going up on some of its more labor-intensive drinks. But there are some secret ways to save. An anonymous barista spills the coffee beans…
New Program May Reduce Mortgage Principal for Underwater Homeowners
The government recently launched a program for underwater homeowners that doesn’t just lower interest rate or extend mortgages, but actually reduces principal.
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