Search Results for 'bank fees'
Ready, Set… Sue! Forced Arbitration Fading
Stacy Johnson CPA on December 19, 2011
You may not realize it, but you probably can’t sue your credit card company, along with a host of other businesses, ranging from your health club to your cell phone provider. But that may be ending – here’s why it matters.
Helping Your Kid Financially Prepare for College
Stacy Johnson CPA on August 15, 2010
It is almost time for your high school graduate to leave for college. Talking with your son or daughter about budgets, credit cards, and the dangers of debt should be part of the preparation in sending them off into a life on their own.
Are You In or Out? Just a Few More Days to Decide
Michael Koretzky on December 19, 2011
Starting next week, if you want overdraft protection for your debit card, you must “opt in.” But should you?
Online Alerts a Must for Card Users
Stacy Johnson CPA on November 7, 2012
Are you using online alerts to avoid over-the-limit fees and prevent fraud? If you’re not, you should!
Taxes: Death of the Refund Anticipation Loan?
Michael Koretzky on August 9, 2010
IRS stops aiding and abetting tax preparers in making high interest loans to those Americans who can least afford them.
8 Reasons You Should Love Credit Cards
Stacy Johnson CPA on December 19, 2011
Paper or plastic? That used to be what the cashier asked when bagging your groceries. These days the same question could apply about paper money vs credit cards. Here are eight reasons why plastic is the right answer.
New Rules Could Erase Debt Settlement Industry
Stacy Johnson CPA on December 19, 2011
In a victory for consumers, this October it’s going to be a lot tougher to be in the debt settlement business.
Financial Reform: Signature Today, But Few Changes Tomorrow
Stacy Johnson CPA on December 19, 2011
The President will sign into law the most sweeping reforms to our nation’s financial system in 75 years, but don’t expect changes overnight.
4 Ways You Lose From Financial Reform
Stacy Johnson CPA on December 19, 2011
The recently-enacted financial regulatory reform bill bashes the profitability of banks in numerous ways. Is there any doubt they’ll try to make up for it at your expense?
5 Ways You’ll Profit From Financial Reform
Stacy Johnson CPA on December 19, 2011
Two years in the making, the new financial regulatory reform bill has arrived. Here are five ways it might put more money in your pocket – or at least keep it there.
What Financial Reform Means to You
Stacy Johnson CPA on December 19, 2011
It’s not easy to boil down 2,300 pages of new legislation into 1,000 words or so, but here’s the down and dirty of what you need to know about the new financial reform bill.
10 Tip-Offs to Online Rip-Offs
Stacy Johnson CPA on November 7, 2012
If you want to avoid being burned in an online scam, run through this checklist from the FTC
How Credit Cards are Changing in 2010
Stacy Johnson CPA on November 7, 2012
While interest rates continue to creep up and rewards continue to disappear, the trends in 2010 aren’t as bad as those of last year.
What You Need to Know About New Overdraft Rules
Stacy Johnson CPA on December 19, 2011
If you have a checking account, you now have a choice to make about overdraft protection. Read this, then decide.
Interchange Fee Regulations: Who Wins, Who Loses?
Stacy Johnson CPA on November 7, 2012
Debit card interchange fees – money merchants pay banks when they accept debit cards – could fall as a result of regulatory reform. Good for merchants? Definitely. Good for you? Maybe not.
10 Things People Buy They Should Get Free
Donna Gehrke-White on March 4, 2021
Life’s tough enough without paying for things you could be getting free. Here are some examples – see if you can add to our list.
Uncle Sam: Let’s Get Smarter About Money
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 2, 2012
The new financial reform bill contains a little-known provision establishing an office of financial literacy. Here’s what it might do for you.
Money Advice for Recent Grads
Stacy Johnson CPA on June 22, 2010
The transition from student to responsible adult isn’t always an easy one. Here’s some advice to consider as you start down the path.
3 Tips for Using a Credit Card Overseas
Brian O'Connell on August 5, 2010
Before you pack your credit card for foreign travel, make sure you know how to avoid fees and contact the company from afar.
Time to Choose – Declined Card or Overdraft Fee?
Brian O'Connell on December 19, 2011
You’re soon going to have to make a choice: to have your debit card refused when you’re out of cash – or to pay 30 bucks for overdraft protection if you exceed your balance.
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