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Suze Orman’s Prepaid Card Is Being Discontinued
Krystal Steinmetz on June 24, 2014
Users of the Approved Card are being urged to spend their remaining money on the plastic before July 1.
The Truth About Secured Credit Cards
Allison Martin on April 14, 2017
Should you get a secured credit card to establish or rebuild your credit? It depends on your unique financial situation. Here’s why.
Review: PayPal Prepaid MasterCard by NetSpend
Guest Blogger on January 7, 2014
If you’re a frequent user of PayPal, this prepaid debit card has some great features.
CFPB Issues Warning to Employers Who Pay Workers With Debit Cards
Guest Blogger on September 19, 2013
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau tells employers that prepaid cards, which often come loaded with fees, can’t be employees’ only option for being paid.
7 Myths About Secured Credit Cards
Angela Colley on September 13, 2013
Secured credit cards aren’t the same as debit cards or prepaid cards. And they’re not just for people with bad credit.
McDonald’s Worker Sues Over Being Paid by Prepaid Card
B.T. Ballenger on June 18, 2013
When it was time for her first paycheck, she was given a prepaid debit card that came with a host of fees instead.
Ask an Expert: Should I Get My Teenager a Prepaid Card?
Guest Blogger on March 28, 2013
Prepaid cards are a way to train your teen to use plastic responsibly without the risks of credit cards. Just get one with the lowest possible fees.
5 Tips to Find the Best Prepaid Card
Guest Blogger on February 14, 2013
Prepaid cards can be a useful alternative to credit cards and checking accounts, but they vary radically in cost and convenience. Here’s what to look for.
Justin Bieber Promotes Prepaid Debit Card
Renee Morad on January 3, 2013
Justin Bieber has become the latest celebrity to enter the prepaid debit card market. Here’s what you should know before you offer to foot the bill.
Walmart’s Got a New Prepaid Card
B.T. Ballenger on October 8, 2012
The company’s partnering with American Express to offer a new option: Bluebird. See how its fees stack up to the others.
5 Ways to Teach Your Child About Credit Cards
Jason Steele on June 13, 2012
Americans always seem to struggle with credit and debt – parents need to teach the next generation to do better.
4 Prepaid Services You Don’t Need
Angela Colley on April 16, 2012
From lawyers to calling cards, prepaid services can be convenient. But they’re not always cost-effective. Here are four you might be better off avoiding.
5 Great Credit Cards With No Annual Fee
Jason Steele on February 19, 2012
Why pay a yearly fee just to have a piece of plastic? Here are the latest, greatest no-annual-fee credit cards you can get right now.
Gas Credit Cards Can Offer Attractive Rewards
LowCards.com on May 19, 2011
If you’re feeling pain at the pump, one thing you might try is a credit card that offers rebates on gas purchases. But beware: this plastic comes equipped with plenty of fine print. Here’s the skinny on some of the most popular cards.
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.
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.
Five Things to Know About Gift Cards
Money Talks News on November 30, 2009
We all love gift cards, they’re easy to give and even easier to get. But, there’s a cost to the convenience… fine print. Here’s what you need to know to make your gift card buying experience a good one.
14 Things You Cannot Return to Amazon (Buyer Beware)
Dori Zinn and Kristin Kurens on June 2, 2026
The retailer’s return policy does not cover everything you buy there — and you might be surprised by some of the exclusions.
Tax Refunds Are Big This Year, IRS Data Show. Here’s How Big.
Medora Lee and USA TODAY on February 20, 2026
The average tax refund is up nearly 11% this year and the numbers are expected to climb even higher.
5 Festival Budget Fails That Could Wreck Your Coachella Experience
MTN Staff on April 9, 2025
Avoid these costly missteps or risk turning your festival fantasy into a financial fiasco.
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