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Money in a Minute: Headlines for April 15, 2011
Michael Koretzky on April 15, 2011
In today’s news: More Americans than ever aren’t saving for retirement, more aren’t working, foreclosures are down, prepaid card usage is up, and the white iPhone may finally arrive.
Can’t Pay Your Taxes? File Anyway
B.T. Ballenger on April 11, 2011
The tax deadline this year is April 18. But if you find that you owe and can’t pay, don’t bury your head in the sand by not filing. File your return on time, then check out these options for dealing with the debt.
Money in a Minute: Headlines for April 5, 2011
Michael Koretzky on April 5, 2011
In today’s news: The federal government is reaching a debt limit, McDonald’s will go on a one-day hiring spree, oil prices reach yet another new high, bankruptcies reach a new low, and Citibank makes a change that helps customers, for a change.
Money in a Minute: Headlines for March 31, 2011
Michael Koretzky on March 31, 2011
In today’s news: Bank bailout rakes in the cash, American Airlines cancels flights to Japan, CEOs say they’re hiring again, Congress is taking a swipe at consumer interests, and Amazon puts its head in the cloud.
Money in a Minute: Headlines for March 28, 2011
Michael Koretzky on March 28, 2011
In today’s news: Japan’s disaster gets a dollar figure, debit rewards programs get a deadline, the stock market rallies, Aflac wants you to quack, and you can’t get an iPad outside of America.
Tips to Avoid the Top 10 Consumer Problems
B.T. Ballenger on March 21, 2011
More than 1.3 million Americans complained to the Federal Trade Commission last year. Here’s the list of top problems, with advice on avoiding each.
Money in a Minute: Headlines for March 17, 2011
Michael Koretzky on March 17, 2011
In today’s news: U.S. natural gas prices won’t be affected by Japan’s nuclear crisis, Honda recalls some Civics, Republicans don’t like Obama’s consumer protection plans, food prices skyrocket, and $5 ATM fees may be right around the corner.
Money in a Minute: Headlines for March 11, 2011
B.T. Ballenger on March 11, 2011
In today’s news: You may start paying more to spend less with your debit card, stocks took the biggest one-day hit in months, e-book sharing is on the rise, an NPR controversy may mean the loss of its federal funding, and flying cars are almost here.
White House Mortgage Reform: How Changes May Impact Consumers
Guest Blogger on June 5, 2015
The mortgage market is looking at big changes, and if the White House has its way, they could affect you the next time you apply for a loan.
Money in a Minute: Headlines for March 8, 2011
B.T. Ballenger on March 8, 2011
Today in the news: The government wants higher security fees added to plane ticket prices, and hopes to work out new foreclosure procedures with banks soon; oil’s up to $105 as Libya’s brewing; Google gets flak for lax security on Android apps; and Subway is the new king of fast food.
Attractive Rewards Still Available on Some Debit Cards
LowCards.com on December 19, 2011
While banks have been slicing rewards on debit cards, there are still some good ones out there – here are two examples.
CARD Act One Year Later: Are We Better Off?
Stacy Johnson CPA on February 24, 2011
The CARD Act is approaching its first birthday, and many are calling the law a major success for consumers. But some think the celebration is a bit overdone.
Money in a Minute: Headlines for Feb. 23, 2011
B.T. Ballenger on February 23, 2011
In today’s headlines: Many housing markets hit record lows, credit card rate hikes and fees fall, stockholders in HP and Barnes & Noble lose big, and the government’s investigating Toyota again.
Taxes 2011 – Beware of These 3 Stupid Tax Tricks
Stacy Johnson CPA on February 19, 2011
There’s nothing wrong with charging a fair fee for a valuable service. But for years, some of our nation’s top tax preparation companies have been squeezing extra fees from those least able to afford it. It’s time for it to stop.
5 Mostly Unknown and Little-Used Credit Card Perks
LowCards.com on February 4, 2011
Credit cards have gotten a bad rap in recent years – in many cases, deservedly so. But some offer benefits you may not be aware of unless you dig. Example? One card is now offering free admission to over 100 museums.
U.S. Treasury Tests Debit Cards for Tax Refunds
LowCards.com on January 20, 2011
600,0000 people will be offered a debit card for their tax refund this year. Depending on the results of the trial, the IRS may start issuing more plastic for refunds.
Resolutions 2011 – Finding Help With Debt
B.T. Ballenger on February 19, 2011
In this economy, more people than ever are resolving to find help getting out of debt. And there’s a lot of help out there, both good and bad: Learn to tell the difference.
The Top 10 Worst Scams of 2010
B.T. Ballenger on January 19, 2011
The Better Business Bureau brings us the most common scams of 2010. How can you protect yourself in 2011? Fortunately, most schemes are variations on a theme: Don’t pay up front fees and you’ll go far.
Ask Stacy: What Can I Do With My Timeshare?
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 31, 2018
A timeshare might make sense for a select group of people – but never for anyone who has to borrow the money to purchase or might need to sell someday.
What the 15 Most-Hated Companies Can Teach Us
Michael Koretzky on January 12, 2011
Can you guess the 15 companies Americans loved to hate in 2010? Some are obvious, and at least one is surprising. But even more shocking are the ones that didn’t make the list.
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