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Rewards Return for Some Credit Cardholders
LowCards.com 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.
Rate Report: The Week’s Best Deals on Loans and Savings
Stacy Johnson CPA on April 27, 2011
Most people spend more time shopping for milk than shopping for the best rates on savings, credit cards, or loans. Are you earning as much as you can while paying as little as possible? Here’s how to find out in less than a minute.
Health Care Credit Cards: A Healthy Choice?
B.T. Ballenger on March 30, 2011
Health care credit cards put a pretty face on the price of plastic surgery and other elective medical procedures – but they come with risks, and they aren’t your only option.
The 5 Best and 5 Worst Places to Live for Online Shopping
Michael Koretzky on March 24, 2011
Buying online isn’t just about the websites you click on. Where you live affects both the price you pay and the time it takes to get the goods.
Ask Stacy: How Do I Diversify My Credit Portfolio?
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 31, 2018
To have the best possible credit score, it’s a good idea to have more than one type of credit. But how do you go shopping for different types of loans?
Best Tax Advice: Don’t Pay With Plastic
LowCards.com on March 17, 2011
While credit card companies tout the benefits of paying your taxes with a credit card, this is probably the worst way to pay. Here are some better ideas.
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.
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.
Banks Pushing Cash-Back Credit Cards
Stacy Johnson CPA on December 19, 2011
Cash-back credit cards are more popular than ever – here’s a look at some of the most popular cards, along with pitfalls to watch for.
Congressman Goes after Store Credit Cards
Stacy Johnson CPA on November 25, 2010
When it comes to store credit cards, should Radio Shack be renamed Radio Shock? Is Best Buy the worst card to get? A New York congressman says yes.
10 Tips for Holiday Shopping With Credit Cards
LowCards.com on December 19, 2011
The bad news: Millions of Americans are still paying off last year’s holiday purchases. The good news: If you’re paid up, you can profit from your credit cards this holiday season.
Fed Publishes New Information on Credit Reports and Scores
LowCards.com on December 19, 2011
The Federal Reserve is best known for tinkering with interest rates, but it’s also just come out with new rules protecting you and your credit.
Ask Stacy: Do I Have Too Many Credit Cards?
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 31, 2018
Reader question: I’ve got 10 credit cards, most with zero balances. I’d like to close some – but won’t that hurt my credit score?
Cash-Back Credit Cards Have Loopholes
LowCards.com on November 7, 2012
The holidays are almost here, but the cash-back credit card offers have already arrived. Be careful, though, or you could end up with a Grinch of a deal. Here’s what to look for – and look out for.
My Credit Card Company Buys All My Christmas Presents
Michael Koretzky on November 7, 2012
Do you worry about where to find the money to buy holiday gifts every year? I don’t. I do all my shopping in minutes – and use the bank’s money!
7 Things a Credit Card Can Do That a Debit Card Can’t
LowCards.com on December 19, 2011
Credit cards have become an easy target for Congressional grandstanding and regulations, but beneath the widely criticized rates and fees lie many good benefits that are usually hidden in the fine print.
Ask Stacy: My Wife Ran Up My Credit Cards Without Telling Me
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 31, 2018
My wife ran up my credit cards behind my back – now we’ve got debts we can’t pay. What should I do?
4 Insider Tips to Applying for Credit Cards
Stacy Johnson CPA on September 28, 2010
Applying for a credit card isn’t as easy or as transparent as it should be. Here’s what you need to know to secure one as quickly as possible.
Virtual Credit Card, Safe Online Shopping
B.T. Ballenger on July 31, 2011
A virtual credit card lets you shop online without having to expose your credit card number to potential thieves.
Credit Card Deals Making a Comeback?
Michael Koretzky on November 7, 2012
During the recession, it’s been hard to find credit cards with low rates and good perks. That may be changing. Here are some examples that you can capitalize on.
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