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6 Tips to Avoid Gift Card Scams

Linda Doell on December 21, 2012

Gift cards are hassle-free, practical gifts. But use these tips to ensure your recipients don’t end up with worthless pieces of plastic.

Review: American Express Business Green Rewards

Jason Steele on August 28, 2013

When rewards cards come to mind, many of us instantly think of the iconic green American Express card. This card sports the classic look, but does it live up to expectations?

8 Hidden Holiday Costs and How to Avoid Them

Guest Blogger on December 17, 2012

Find out which costs are most likely to creep up on you this holiday season and simple ways to keep them under control.

10 Tips to Maximize Savings on Free Shipping Day

Karla Bowsher on February 27, 2013

Are you a procrastinating shopper? Just have one last gift to buy? Need to buy anything else online? Here’s how to ensure it arrives for as little money as possible.

Why You Need Chase Ultimate Rewards Points – and How to Get Them

Jason Steele on December 11, 2012

Confused by credit card rewards? Here is the simple way to earn points and turn them into gold.

Gifts That Seem Expensive…But Really Aren’t

Guest Blogger on December 10, 2012

Read on for ways to make your gift’s recipient think you splurged on their holiday present, when you really just shopped wisely.

How to Minimize or Avoid Holiday Debt

B.T. Ballenger on December 3, 2012

Here’s advice to dodge snowballing debt this month.

The Truth About ‘Hot Toys’ – Plus 9 Tips to Save

Karla Bowsher on November 29, 2012

Are these annual lists really about the toys children want – or the toys the stores want you to buy?

25 Ways to Save on Holiday Shopping

Amanda Geronikos on November 28, 2012

If you want to save on gifts without compromising quality or creativity, the answer is simple: use your head before using your money.

9 Tips to Maximize Savings on Cyber Monday

Karla Bowsher on November 26, 2012

With these tricks, you could save as much money on Cyber Monday as you did on Black Friday – all without leaving your house, wasting gas, or waiting in line.

Why You Need a Chase Ink Card

Jason Steele on November 20, 2012

Are you looking for the best deal on a rewards card? You just found it.

10 Popular Money Questions Answered

Renee Morad on November 14, 2012

Should you use a cash-back or rewards credit card? Buy or lease a car? Give your kids allowance or pay for chores? Here are the quick answers to some common money questions.

10 Shopping Tips for the Mobile Consumer

Andrea Woroch on November 1, 2012

Learn how to be a tech-savvy and cost-conscious shopper. With your mobile phone, you can price-compare from anywhere, scan QR codes, track your gift list, and more.

Free Apps That Save Money

B.T. Ballenger on October 9, 2012

The latest Consumer Reports mag has a list of handy smartphone apps for consumers. Here are a few of them.

21 Things You Should Never Pay For

Stacy Johnson CPA on October 5, 2012

While the best things in life are always free, so is lots of other stuff. If you want to find some extra money in your budget, stop paying for things you could get for nothing.