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3 Credit Cards With Zero Percent Interest Rates — and Why They’re a Big Deal
Karla Bowsher on December 11, 2017
Credit cards featuring nonexistent introductory APRs and balance-transfer fees — all with no annual fees — can save you big bucks.
7 Simple Ways to Save Big on Holiday Travel
Nancy Dunham on October 23, 2017
Don’t miss these secrets to save hundreds in cash and a whole lot of stress.
The 21 Best Oktoberfests Across the U.S.
Nancy Dunham on October 4, 2017
Don your lederhosen and raise a glass: These traditional Bavarian celebrations (and some less traditional ones) are going on across the country.
After Equifax Data Hack, Should I Freeze My Account?
Bob Sullivan on September 14, 2017
If you’re concerned about identity theft following the credit bureau’s massive data breach, this is a tool that could protect you — but use with caution.
4 Reasons You Should Never Pay for Credit Monitoring
Stacy Johnson CPA on August 28, 2018
The Equifax data breach has raised the question of whether or not credit monitoring services are a good deal. My advice? Save your money.
You Probably Pay These Charges Without Realizing It
Karla Bowsher on August 29, 2017
If you don’t regularly monitor financial statements, there’s a 1 in 3 chance you are being charged for products or services you might not want.
College Students and Parents: Align Your Finances and Your Goals
Jim Gold on August 29, 2017
Discuss not just who pays for what while at school but how to maximize your chances for doing what you love after graduation.
3 Credit Cards That Let You Pay Off Debt for Free
Karla Bowsher on September 23, 2017
You have more options than ever for paying off debt without losing a single cent to interest charges or transfer fees.
Ask Stacy — Can I Really Get a No-Cost Mortgage?
Stacy Johnson CPA on November 2, 2020
Some mortgage lenders claim you can refinance to a lower rate at “no cost.” Don’t believe them.
Ask Stacy — 8 Tips to Get Credit When You Don’t Have Any
Stacy Johnson CPA on August 28, 2018
This young reader wants to know how to deal with a common credit conundrum: How are you supposed to build a credit history when you keep getting turned down for lack of a credit history?
Top 10 Scams and Top 10 Ways to Safeguard Your Money
Jim Gold on July 13, 2017
Tips from the FDIC and other experts will help you stop scammers from taking your personal information and turning it into their cash.
Ask Stacy — Is My Investment Adviser Charging Too Much?
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 31, 2018
Some advisers charge by the hour, some by commissions, some with an annual fee, like a mutual fund. Which is best?
The Safe Way to Profit From Fed Rate Hikes
Karla Bowsher on July 6, 2017
Uncertainty typically abounds after the Federal Reserve raises its key interest rate. But savvy consumers can make bank on these rate hikes.
Amazon Will Now Pay You to Use Gift Cards — but Is It a Good Deal?
Karla Bowsher on July 12, 2017
A new program called Amazon Reload offers shoppers 2 percent more value on the retailer’s gift cards. But you might have a better option to save cash.
Ask Stacy — How Do I Invest in a Mutual Fund?
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 31, 2018
A reader is interested in investing in a stock mutual fund, but wants to know exactly how to go about it. Here’s the answer, step by step.
What Your Credit Card Says About Your Self-Image — and How It Can Cost You
Karla Bowsher on May 30, 2017
The middle class is smitten with a flashy type of credit card that often comes loaded with annual fees. Don’t buy into this trend blindly.
37 Awesome Graduation Gifts That Cost Under $100
Marilyn Lewis on May 12, 2017
Check out this array of awesome and unique gifts for grads — none that will bust your budget, and some that are actually free.
6 Cellphone Secrets That Can Save You Hundreds of Dollars a Year
Christine Gallup on September 24, 2019
Most of us are overpaying for cellphone service, but the good news is that there are some surefire ways to cut those costs big-time.
Want to Make a Killing on Your Home? Now’s the Time to Sell
Karla Bowsher on April 26, 2017
Several factors now favor home sellers, making this perhaps the best time since the Great Recession to sell your house. Here’s how to maximize potential profits.
12 Ways Donald Trump Is Crushing Consumers
Stacy Johnson CPA on November 2, 2020
Love him or hate him, you can’t deny that President Trump is attacking regulations and funding that was intended to help regular American consumers.
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