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That Plan to Shrink Carry-On Bags? Not So Fast!
Krystal Steinmetz on June 20, 2015
Airline industry group initiative hits a wall of opposition from consumers, and some lawmakers.
6 Essential Steps to Buying the Right New Home
Ari Cetron on June 17, 2015
How to get the house that best meets your needs and your budget. Hint: Don’t start by house shopping.
17 Proven Ways to Save on Travel
Marilyn Lewis on May 20, 2021
Summer is coming. A tight budget doesn’t mean you can’t have a fabulous vacation, just substitute imagination and planning for money.
Where Can I Go for Help With Debt?
Stacy Johnson CPA on September 2, 2020
If you’re having trouble paying off credit card debt, you’re not alone. There are plenty of companies out there promising to help, but can they be trusted?
What Starbucks Hacks Can Teach all of Us
Bob Sullivan on May 29, 2015
Two incidents recently involving gift cards and mobile payments show why it’s so important that consumers keep a careful eye on their money — in all its forms.
FCC Proposes Subsidized Broadband for the Poor
Krystal Steinmetz on May 28, 2015
The proposal would expand a program that provides subsidized phone service for low-income individuals to include Internet.
Just 1 Piece of Plastic? ‘Smart’ Card Makes Bold Promise
Karla Bowsher on May 26, 2015
A new venture promises to consolidate all your credit, debit and rewards cards down to a single piece of plastic. Here are the pros and cons.
The 5 Most Satisfying Airlines in North America
Karla Bowsher on May 14, 2015
Travelers are more pleased with North American airlines than in the past, according to the latest J.D. Power study. Find out who topped the list.
LA Sues Wells Fargo for Creepy Tactics That Cost Customers
Krystal Steinmetz on May 8, 2015
LA alleges that Wells Fargo employees opened fraudulent accounts for unwitting customers and committed other outrages.
Ask Stacy: Should I Buy an Annuity for Retirement Income?
Stacy Johnson CPA on September 6, 2021
What will you do for a regular monthly income when you retire? Annuities provide one possible answer, but they’re not for everyone.
How to Get a Grip on Your Retirement Savings and Security
Jim Gold on May 7, 2020
Intending one thing and doing another is human, but the stakes are too high to do this when it comes to retirement savings. Here are tips to get on track.
Are Credit Unions the Best Place to Get Credit Cards?
Guest Blogger on April 16, 2015
Be sure to include credit unions in your search for new plastic. Here’s why.
Tax Hacks 2015: How To Use A Tax Refund To Change Your Life
Marilyn Lewis on April 9, 2015
Your tax refund checks can be an instrument of positive change, or just another wasted opportunity. Here is what you should do with yours.
Experts: Apple Pay May Breach Federal Law
Karla Bowsher on April 9, 2015
Three industry experts believe Apple Pay raises legal questions. Find out why.
Never Been to Europe? Go Now, and See More for Less
Jim Gold on April 9, 2015
Traveling to Europe just got cheaper for Americans thanks to a strong dollar and a weakened euro. Here are the most affordable destinations and tips for getting a cheap ticket to cross the pond.
E-Wallet Coming of Age: What’s Up With 5 Mobile Payment Apps
Guest Blogger on March 31, 2015
Mobile payment apps are beginning to take hold — albeit a little slower than initially expected — and likely to replace credit cards and cash with increased convenience and security. Check out the major players.
CFPB Warning: Pension Advances Could Wipe Out Retirement
Krystal Steinmetz on March 30, 2015
With its high interest and fees, a pension advance could threaten your long-term security. The CFPB highlights three pension advance traps you need to avoid.
Americans’ Favorite Credit Card Issuers
Karla Bowsher on March 19, 2015
Cardholders continue to give Discover and American Express top satisfaction ratings.
Earn More on Your Savings Through Peer-to-Peer Lending
Jim Gold on July 11, 2016
With interest rates on savings accounts near zero, you may be looking for better-paying investments. One option: become a banker of sorts yourself.
5 Credit Cards Tips for Trips Abroad
Guest Blogger on March 5, 2015
When on the road, here’s how to get the adventure without suffering outrageous credit card fees, fraud or theft.
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