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Beware of IRS tax bite that may follow canceled debt

If you thought your money woes ended last year when you settled that credit card debt for less than you owed, think again. The New Year may have delivered an unwelcome surprise -- a tax debt. More...

Affluent are more often victims of ID theft

Wealthy consumers who enjoy leisure activities such as tennis, skiing and foreign travel are top targets for identity thieves, according to a new report. More...

Debt collection tactics become more aggressive

A new survey says collection calls are becoming more hostile, and collectors are abusing the law. More...

'Shoptimism' author explains why we shop

Cheer up, says author Lee Eisenberg. Americans are going to shop their way back to prosperity just as they have for centuries, he predicts. More...

Expert credit card advice

Is reaffirming card debt during bankruptcy wise?

'The Credit Guy' expert Todd Ossenfort
A reader wants to reaffirm card debt during bankruptcy with the hope of still being able to use the card. Fat chance. More...

Get help if debt leads to suicidal thoughts

'Opening Credits' expert Erica Sandberg
If credit card debt spawns thoughts of suicide, get help from friends, family or professionals. More...

6 key money mistakes women often make

'To Her Credit' expert Sally Herigstad
After two years of writing her column, Sally Herigstad recaps the most common financial errors women make. More...

Piggybacking still an option, but proceed with caution

'Credit Score Report' expert Jeremy Simon
"Piggybacking" on a spouse's good credit can help your score, but if you're looking to pay to do it, you might be out of luck. More...

Taking Charge: A CreditCards.com blog

Cashing in Citi rewards even more rewarding for Haiti

Redeeming those points was one of the best credit card moves I've made in a long time -- for more reasons than one. More...

Emily's list: State of the Union edition

It's great to hear that the government wants to keep a close watch on where the money's going, but are we as watchful? More...

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