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Could the Post Office Make Payday Lenders Obsolete?
Guest Blogger on February 6, 2014
It’s been proposed that post offices provide financial services to those who now depend on payday lenders and check-cashing joints.
Can You Pay for Pot With Your Credit Card?
Guest Blogger on February 3, 2014
Buying marijuana is either legal or illegal, depending on the location of the transaction. Throw credit cards into the mix, and things get more complicated.
Tax Hacks 2014: Avoid These 18 Expensive Tax Mistakes
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 31, 2014
“To err is human; to forgive, divine.” Taxes aren’t a great place to err, because the IRS isn’t divine. Here are some of the most common mistakes you’ll encounter at tax time, along with tips to avoid them.
The Ultimate Guide to Debt Collection
Guest Blogger on January 16, 2014
Letters or calls from debt collectors can be scary, but don’t let fear guide your response; not all debt collectors are legitimate, and you have rights.
Credit Cards vs. Debit Cards: What’s Safer?
Guest Blogger on January 9, 2014
After the Target data breach, consumers should know the risks and benefits of debit vs. credit cards to know what they’re getting into when they pay.
In 2014: 9 Easy Ways to Save $100 or More a Month
Allison Martin on January 1, 2014
Do you find it impossible to save money? In spite of what you think, you still can. Here’s how.
10 Ways to Reduce Ridiculously High Child Care Costs
Marilyn Lewis on December 17, 2013
Share a nanny, start a co-op, and weigh the costs and benefits of staying home, plus seven more ways to make child care more manageable.
33 Ways to Make Your Loose Change Really Count
Donna Freedman on December 16, 2013
That old Miracle Whip jar full of loose coins can get you through a minor shortfall, pay for a few luxuries or even fund a long-term dream. These tips will help.
American Express App Lets Cardholders Use Reward Points on Almost Anything
B.T. Ballenger on December 10, 2013
Instead of saving up points for big-ticket items like airfare, American Express is encouraging you to use them on everyday purchases. Sound good?
Virtual Currency Bitcoin Takes Off on Mobile Apps
B.T. Ballenger on December 5, 2013
The digital currency still faces a lot of hurdles, but it’s becoming increasingly popular online and on smartphones.
Here’s Who Made Consumer Reports’ Nice and Naughty List
B.T. Ballenger on December 3, 2013
Which store penalizes you for too many returns? And which one will let you retroactively apply coupons? Find out.
6 Ways You Can Still Get Free Checking
Marilyn Lewis on December 3, 2013
Banks want to earn about $100 a year from your checking account by charging you fees for a service that used to be free. Here’s how you can avoid paying.
Review: Open Sky Secured Visa Credit Card
Guest Blogger on November 26, 2013
No matter how bad your credit, it’s easy to get a secured credit card, because you put up a refundable deposit matching the credit limit. What’s not so easy, however, is finding a low-cost secured card.
Are You Your Parents’ ATM?
Donna Freedman on November 25, 2013
If you’re helping out parents whose money isn’t stretching far enough, what happens to your own finances?
5 Steps to Build a Credit Score From Scratch
Angela Colley on November 14, 2013
You’re just starting out and you’ve never borrowed money before. Here’s how you can establish a great credit history.
What’s the Worst Kind of Debt?
Guest Blogger on November 13, 2013
Is student loan debt worse than mortgage debt or credit card debt? How about unpaid taxes owed to Uncle Sam?
Getting a Mortgage is About to Get Harder
Marilyn Lewis on June 2, 2014
New mortgage rules are going into effect Jan. 10 to protect homeowners and investors from the kinds of risky mortgages that were sold during the recent real estate bubble and led so many people into foreclosure.
Review: Horizon Gold Credit Card
Guest Blogger on October 22, 2013
It’s not a Visa or a MasterCard. In fact, it can only be used at a particular online store. If you have bad credit, you can likely find a better card.
7 Things Every Homebuyer Should Know
Maryalene LaPonsie on October 21, 2013
Don’t even think about searching for a new house until you learn what every homebuyer should know.
Furloughed Federal Workers: Here Are 5 Ways to Cut Spending Fast
Marilyn Lewis on October 4, 2013
When a regular paycheck suddenly disappears, you’ve got to make some quick adjustments. Here’s what to do.
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