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3 steps to take when disposing of your computer
Millions dump their old computers without much concern about all the sensitive information still stored on the hard drives, making them ripe for theft. More... 
How to freeze out identity thieves
What are credit freezes, and what makes them a good way to protect against ID theft? We'll tell you. More... 
Are pricey college degrees worth all the debt?
Author Zac Bissonnette argues that the risks inherent in college loans far outweigh any benefit of a degree from a big-name school. More... 
Credit cards' foreign transaction fees rise
If you're planning a foreign trip, be warned: Some card issuers have increased their foreign transaction fees for debit and credit card use. More... 
Expert credit card advice

4 options for reducing a high credit card APR
'The Credit Guy' expert Todd Ossenfort
If your card issuer won't lower your high rate APR, you have several options -- including moving to a new card. More...
 
Don't be afraid of online couponing
'The New Frugal You' expert Gary Foreman
Traditional paper-coupon clipping is fine, but as long as you're careful, online coupon sites have advantages, too.
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How a new credit card affects your credit score
'To Her Credit' expert Sally Herigstad
A reader "accidentally" applied for a new American Express card and believes that it might hurt her credit score.
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Chapter 7 bankruptcy: To file or not to file?
'Opening Credits' expert Erica Sandberg
A reader who has fallen on hard times wonders if bankruptcy is right for her. Her lawyer says yes. Our expert says she's not so sure.
More...
 
More credit card news

Report: No shady politics in bank shutdown
A federal report concluded politics played no part in how the failure of U.S. Senate candidate Alexi Giannoulias' family-owned bank played out.More... 
Emily's list: Troy Polamalu's hair edition
Our latest personal finance blog roundup looks at one NFL star's choice to insure his trademark mane. More... 
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