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Walmart Offers an Alternative to a Bank Checking Account
Krystal Steinmetz on September 30, 2014
The retail giant will begin offering a low-cost checking account.
Trying to Rebuild Their Image, Big Banks Woo Low-Income Customers
Krystal Steinmetz on July 24, 2014
Lenders are trying to reach the millions of Americans who are unbanked.
Does It Pay to Have Diapers, Toilet Paper, Dog Food Delivered to Your Door?
Donna Freedman on June 11, 2014
Both major retailers and Internet start-ups offer scheduled deliveries of everyday essentials or nice-to-have treats. But will you save any money this way?
7 Steps to Get Ruthless About Paying Off Your Debt
Maryalene LaPonsie on May 20, 2014
Ready to get serious about paying off your debt? Read this step-by-step guide about how to find the money to make it happen.
Is AAA Worth the Cost?
Karen Datko on July 31, 2020
Compared with, say, AARP, membership with AAA is pricey. Do you get your money’s worth? Let’s take a look.
The Occupy Movement Wants to Replace Your Bank
B.T. Ballenger on July 30, 2013
The group doesn’t have a Manhattan office — or any office, yet — but it will soon be offering financial services to anyone interested.
How to Keep Your Private Information Private
Dan Schointuch on December 27, 2014
Thwarting the efforts of a billion-dollar super-secret government spy agency — or anyone else who wants access to your personal information — is not that difficult.
Your Biggest Money Worries – and How to Eliminate Them
Michael Koretzky on April 8, 2013
A new survey asks Americans what they fear most financially; the results might surprise you.
5 Tips to Live With Bad Credit – and Make It Better
Angela Colley on March 6, 2013
Is your credit score less-than-perfect? You’re not alone. Here’s how to make the best of a bad situation.
6 Steps to Giving Your Teen Credit
Angela Colley on August 31, 2012
Giving your teen a credit card can help them become a financially responsible adult – or wreck their credit. Here’s how to make sure they’re on the right path.
Few Expect Holiday Bonuses
B.T. Ballenger on August 29, 2012
A majority of employees would be pleasantly surprised by a $25 gift card.
6 Money-Saving Mistakes That Can Cost Big Bucks
Guest Blogger on November 7, 2012
You’ve heard the saying “pennywise and pound foolish”? Here are examples from your everyday life.
Top 10 Debit and Credit Card Stories of 2011
LowCards.com on January 13, 2012
It wasn’t the best of times, and it also wasn’t the worst. But it may have been the busiest for your credit and debit cards.
Want to Manage Your Money Without a Bank? Try Walmart
B.T. Ballenger on August 7, 2012
People who either don’t trust or can’t afford to rely on a bank have traditionally used pay-day lenders and check-cashing stores instead. Now some of them are using one of few companies with revenues that surpass even Bank of America: Walmart.
5 Reasons to Move to a Web-Only Bank – and 3 Reasons You Might Not Want To
Jason Steele on December 19, 2011
With many Americans wanting to throw bricks at brick-and-mortar banks, maybe it’s time you consider an Internet-only bank.
Why Your Credit Card Might Not Work in Europe
Jason Steele on October 6, 2011
The United States is a great country – but not so great when it comes to the latest credit card technology. Europe has us beat, and that can spell trouble for American tourists.
Why You Should Say No to These Rental Car Sales Pitches
Jason Steele on October 4, 2011
Renting a car is simple and cheap. But those counter employees sure make it tough to decline the up-sells and upgrades. Here’s why you should.
10 New (and Free) High-Tech Money Tools
B.T. Ballenger on March 3, 2021
Technology improves at a dizzying – and expensive – pace. But not all tech costs money. Some of the latest web apps can save you some.
Money in a Minute: Headlines From Around the Web
Michael Koretzky on June 15, 2011
In today’s news: Retails sales are dropping, CEOs expect hiring to increase, AmEx goes prepaid, BoA gets in the way, Jiffy Lube goes longer than 3,000 miles.
Kardashian Kard Already Kaput
Stacy Johnson CPA on November 7, 2012
After less a month on the market, the ill-conceived Kardashian Kard – a debit card aimed at teens – has already been canceled.
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