Money in a Minute: Headlines From Around the Web

on May 17, 2011

In today’s news: A top Republican supports raising the debt ceiling, many Americans are spending less on their mortgages than ever before, the feds investigate Ford, female grads earn less than male grads, and lobbyists go to war over debit cards.

Money in a Minute: Headlines From Around the Web

on May 16, 2011

In today’s news: Gas prices are fueling inflation, Obama will push for more oil drilling, big banks are imposing big fees, Social Security and Medicare aren’t so secure, and New York is sitting on a jackpot.

6 Signs of a Housing Rescue Scam and Where to Get Free Help

on June 5, 2015

The mortgage crisis has created a new breed of scammer — one that charges up-front fees and tells you to lie to your lender. Need help with a mortgage problem? Here’s where to turn for free, honest help.

Money in a Minute: Headlines From Around the Web

on May 4, 2011

In today’s news: Big Oil puts up a big fight to keep its tax breaks, TV sales are expected to plummet, Chase rethinks hiking ATM fees, Honda recalls more cars, and doctors are tracking hip and knee replacements to prevent recalls of their own.

Money in a Minute: Headlines From Around the Web

on April 29, 2011

In today’s news: ExxonMobil cleans up, Bank of America hikes late fees, home sales defy the experts and creep up, the Texas drought worsens, and Wal-Mart is reloading on gun sales.

4 Reasons Mortgage Costs Are Going up

on April 29, 2011

Mortgage rates are still near historic lows, but the cost of getting a mortgage is on the rise. Here’s why, and how you can get the best possible loan.

5 Better Ideas Than Skipping a Loan Payment

on April 27, 2011

Maybe you’ve gotten an offer from your lender: Pay a small fee, skip a monthly payment. It may sound enticing, but you should always pay if you can. Here’s a better idea.

Money in a Minute: Headlines From Around the Web

on April 26, 2011

In today’s news: Economists aren’t happy with the economy, new homes sales hit bottom and start a modest climb, banks get sued over their ATMS, wild Wi-Fi crime stories, and Obama’s health care reform is safe – for now.

Ask Stacy: Why Are My Credit Limits Going up?

on January 31, 2018

He’s not complaining, just wondering: His credit card companies are suddenly offering him more credit when he didn’t ask for it – Is this a gift horse that he should look in the mouth?

Rewards Return for Some Credit Cardholders

on December 19, 2011

If you’ve got good credit, credit card rewards are back. From 100,000 free airline miles to extra cash back, some card issuers are offering more bonuses than they have in years.

Money in a Minute: Headlines From Around the Web

on April 18, 2011

In today’s news: Saudis cut oil production, Greenspan says tax cuts need to lapse, Bank of America isn’t banking on big profits, e-books outsell paper ones, and a list of cars that go fast for cheap.

Money in a Minute: Headlines for April 15, 2011

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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