Review: American Express Platinum Card

on September 24, 2013

This is the card for people who like to travel in style. But is it worth its major-league price?

Ask Stacy: What If I Owe the IRS and Can’t Pay?

on January 31, 2018

Tax Day is here, and midnight is the deadline. If you’re running late, you have options – but most require filing something today. If you owe and can’t pay, don’t ignore it. Here’s what to do.

4 Prepaid Services You Don’t Need

on April 16, 2012

From lawyers to calling cards, prepaid services can be convenient. But they’re not always cost-effective. Here are four you might be better off avoiding.

Credit Card Makeover: Stacy Johnson

on May 7, 2012

Today, Money Talks News introduces a new feature: credit card makeovers. We start with the Money Talks News founder, but after that, we want to hear from you. Want a credit card pro to help you save on interest and earn more points? Say the word.

Ask Stacy: Should I Get Started With Stocks?

on January 31, 2018

To those on the outside, the stock market can resemble a roller coaster combined with a casino. Is it worth taking a ride?

What to Know About Credit Card Debt Collection

on March 28, 2012

No one likes to be hounded by debt collectors. And when it’s over your credit card debt, it can get even more complicated. Here’s how it works, and what you can do about it.

5 Places to Turn Spring Cleaning Clutter Into Cash

on November 7, 2012

As long as you’re cleaning out the house this spring, you may as well make some money. These websites make it quick and easy to turn unwanted clothes, collectibles, jewelry, and more into cash without the work of a yard sale.

8 Tips for a Financial Spring Cleaning

on March 19, 2012

Your house needs an annual cleaning, so why not your finances? Here’s how to make a clean sweep of your costly problems.

Why I’m Paying My Taxes With a Credit Card This Year

on April 12, 2012

Paying your taxes with a credit card means paying big fees. So why am I doing it? Because this year, I come out ahead.

5 Reasons to Use a Travel Agent

on March 14, 2012

Tired of spending frustrating hours online booking flights with no certainty you’ll end up with the best deal? Maybe it’s time for a blast from the past.

4 Things to Know About Peer Lending

on March 14, 2012

Tired of earning next to nothing on your savings? Meet someone making 13 percent by simply doing what the bank does.

Ask Stacy: Should I Transfer to a Zero-Interest Credit Card?

on January 31, 2018

Why would you pay interest on a credit card balance when you can transfer to a card with a zero-percent promotional rate?

Life Too Complicated? 5 Simple Credit Cards

on April 12, 2012

Most credit cards come with complex terms and conditions, not to mention punishing fees. Here are five cards that get back to basics with simple terms, few fees, and low rates.

5 Credit Cards With Low Interest Rates

on June 4, 2012

Why pay more interest than you have to? If you’re carrying a balance on your credit card, get the lowest APR possible. Here are five examples.

Tax Hacks 2012: 11 Common Mistakes That Can Cost You

on February 24, 2012

Taxes are complicated and you’re in a hurry: a recipe for error. Mistakes happen – but avoid the obvious ones to maximize the money and minimize the wait.

How to Stop Getting Buried in Credit Card Offers

on February 22, 2012

If your mailbox is full of credit card offers, you can make them go away – and you probably should, since the “deals” they offer aren’t always the best.

5 Great Credit Cards With No Annual Fee

on February 19, 2012

Why pay a yearly fee just to have a piece of plastic? Here are the latest, greatest no-annual-fee credit cards you can get right now.

Tax Hacks 2012: Kiss Refund Loans Goodbye

on February 17, 2012

Another awful “tax product” is finally getting flushed down the drain – this is the last year any major tax prep service will offer refund anticipation loans, which come with fees equivalent to 150 percent interest rates.

Lawsuits and Credit Cards: The Winners and Losers

on February 17, 2012

From overdraft fees to arbitration clauses, judges are shaping the credit card industry more than ever before.

3 Ways to Pay Off Your Mortgage Faster

on January 27, 2012

Owning a home offers a sense of freedom and independence. But that’s all an illusion until you polish off the mortgage, so here are some ways to do it faster.

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