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How credit card debt clouds retirement dreams

While retirement often is viewed as a well-earned conclusion to the grind of the working world, a growing number of older Americans are finding it clouded by credit card debt. More...

Credit CARD Act begins final phase

Card users got yet another layer of consumer protections when the third and final phase of the Credit CARD Act kicked in last Sunday. More...

5 steps to prioritize payments when cash is tight

Here's how to rank debts by order of who should get the most of your limited funds -- and still keep other creditors happy. More...

Instant-issue debit cards go flat

Lost your debit card again? Your local bank branch can probably issue a new card on the spot, but beware, it looks and feels quite different. More...

Expert credit card advice

How do you get debt collectors off your back?

'The Credit Guy' expert Todd Ossenfort
Dealing with many debt collectors can be, at best, an unpleasant experience and, at worst, a total nightmare. Know your rights. More...

Does canceling a card hurt your credit score?

'Credit Score Report' expert Jeremy Simon
Closing a credit card account may cause your credit score to fall, although as experts point out, it doesn't have to. More...

Best to clean up debt in your home country

'To Her Credit' expert Sally Herigstad
When moving to Canada, it's in your best interest to make sure all your debts are paid stateside. Here's why. More...

4 steps to settle privately funded student loans

'Opening Credits' expert Erica Sandberg
A reader has defaulted on private education loans and wonders what his options are. Our expert offers some key steps to take. More...

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What's driving more women to seek debt help?

A recent CareOne study reveals that more high-income women are seeking debt relief help. Our blogger explores the reasons why. More...

Beautician to the stars accused of card fraud

Jennifer Aniston's former beautician could be catering to a whole new type of clientele if convicted of stealing card information from A-list celebrities. More...

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