Tuesday, March 30, 2010

This week's top story: Q&A with "Get Financially Naked" author Manisha Thakor

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Get 'naked' financially for a better relationship
There's an elephant in America's bedroom that no one wants to discuss. It's money -- that forbidden subject, says the author of "Get Financially Naked." More... 
10 financial spring cleaning tips
Spring can be a time of rebirth and renewal -- even for your money. Taking these 10 steps will help you to review, refresh and regrow your finances. More... 
5 new credit card choices for college-age kids
The credit card choices for parents of young adult children have changed since the Credit CARD Act of 2009 took effect and shuffled the deck. More... 
Capital One's moves send card rates higher
Changes in the issuer's business card offerings sent interest rates on new credit card offers up slightly, says the Weekly Credit Card Rate Report. More... 
Expert credit card advice

Miss the opt out, you pay the price
'The Credit Guy' expert Todd Ossenfort
If you missed your card issuer's notice of a rate hike and didn't opt out in the designated time frame, you're left with three choices. More...
 
Young? Want better credit? Consider co-signing
'Opening Credits' expert Erica Sandberg
Young adults with no income but who want to establish credit may have to resort to co-signing.
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Garnishment doesn't apply to certain types of income
'To Her Credit' expert Sally Herigstad
Typically, retirement and disability income are exempt under state law from being tapped for the repayment of unpaid debt.
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High balance on one card can hurt overall credit score
'Credit Score Report' expert Jeremy Simon
Loading up debt on one card, even if your other credit cards have zero balances, can still hurt your credit score.
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Less is more: Issuers cut back on niche credit cards
"Would you like a credit card with that?" Credit cards have been served up like french fries at fast-food restaurants. That's about to change. More... 
Emily's list: Health care reform edition
If you are trying to keep your costs down (and health up), you might want to stay away from tanning salons. More... 
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National Average   14.50%
Business   13.06%
Low Interest   12.24%
Balance Transfer   12.77%
Cash Back   12.53%
Rewards   14.44%
Bad Credit   20.84%
Airline   14.43%
Student   14.10%
Instant Approval   18.41%

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Tuesday, March 23, 2010

This week's top story: Where NOT to use your debit card

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10 places NOT to use your debit card
Sometimes reaching for your wallet is like a multiple choice test: Which card do you use? While debit and credit cards each have advantages, one is better suited to certain situations. More... 
How lawsuit settlement loans work
Lawsuit loans should be a last resort. If you're considering one, however, here's what you should know. More... 
You can now read your credit card agreement online
Thanks to the Credit CARD Act of 2009, issuers now must post their credit card agreements online. Find yours from this list. More... 
Final financial resort: conservatorship
Watching a family member lose financial control can be maddening. One option is to take control by going to court to set up a conservatorship. More... 
Expert credit card advice

How to pay $11,000 in card debt in three years
'The Credit Guy' expert Todd Ossenfort
A reader wants to pay off four credit cards in three years. Our expert shows him several strategies to help him reach his goal. More...
 
Putting off debt problems only makes them worse
'Opening Credits' expert Erica Sandberg
Students -- don't avoid debt problems. They will announce to the world that you were once fiscally irresponsible.
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Paying bills by money order is expensive
'To Her Credit' expert Sally Herigstad
Tired of wasting money because you don't have a checking account? Here's how to see if you're eligible before you apply for one.
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How canceling a credit card can hurt your credit score
'Credit Score Report' expert Jeremy Simon
Closing an account can alter your credit utilization ratio, which compares your card balances to the limits on those cards.
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Arab youths struggling with credit card debt
When you give a kid a credit card, expect trouble. That's proving to be the universal truth as credit card use explodes across the globe. More... 
Emily's list: $1 billion debt edition
Afghanistan got its debt reduced, why can't we? Here's the best of the personal finance blogosphere this past week. More... 
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Credit card rate report
(as of 3-23-2010)
National Average   14.49%
Business   12.82%
Low Interest   12.24%
Balance Transfer   12.77%
Cash Back   12.53%
Rewards   14.43%
Bad Credit   20.84%
Airline   14.43%
Student   14.10%
Instant Approval   18.41%

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