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This week's top story: Airline rewards still flying high

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Post CARD Act, airline reward cards still flying high
By now, credit card issuers were supposed to have ended the golden age of generous travel rewards. But six months after the CARD Act, that just hasn't happened. More... 
Tips to limit ATM dangers when traveling abroad
Problems at ATMs are rare in America. But using ATMs in some foreign countries can present serious safety issues. Know what to watch out for. More... 
Ex-convicts face big debt challenges after prison
Most ex-convicts, once they are free, face overbearing debt obligations and job barriers, often forcing them to return to a life of crime. More... 
Advice on dividing up, paying off debt in divorce
Divorce is stressful enough. When jointly held debt is involved, things get a lot more complicated. Check out the advice in these stories. More... 
Expert credit card advice

7 ways to ensure a financially successful marriage
'The Credit Guy' expert Todd Ossenfort
Tying the knot? Money is one of the top five reasons for divorce. Here's how to keep your finances and marriage together. More...
 
Charge card balances don't impact your credit score
'Credit Score Report' expert Jeremy Simon
Although the balances on credit cards are used in the calculation of credit scores, that isn't the case for charge card accounts.
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How to transform a good credit score to great
'To Her Credit' expert Sally Herigstad
Want to shoot your credit score to the stratosphere? Our expert gives tips on how to do it in just six months.
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What sort of credit card debt help is best for you?
'Opening Credits' expert Erica Sandberg
Debt help is the focus of this installment of our weeklong series answering readers' most frequently asked questions.
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More credit card news

Video: Consumers try to read card agreements
We took to the streets, armed with a major issuer's card agreement, and asked people if they could understand it. Watch them struggle. More... 
Emily's list: Hurricane season edition
These money blogs may just help you avoid your own financial storm. More... 
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National Average   14.35%
Business   12.85%
Low Interest   12.11%
Balance Transfer   12.81%
Cash Back   12.49%
Rewards   14.40%
Bad Credit   21.04%
Airline   14.37%
Student   14.49%
Instant Approval   15.99%

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