Tuesday, February 1, 2011

This week's top story: 8 people you shouldn't trust with your plastic

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Top credit card stories

8 people you trust with your credit card, but shouldn't
It's amazing how often we blindly hand over our credit cards to so many people and businesses. Sometimes, however, we'd be better off taking a more discretionary approach. More... 
Card issuers tailor offers to surfing behavior
Shopping online for a credit card? Some issuers are employing new high-tech techniques to vary offers based on your Internet history. More... 
6 expenses you should never put on a credit card
Some things should never be put on plastic because they're either frivolous, can land you deep in debt or there are alternative ways to pay. More... 
5 tools for rebuilding post-recession credit
Some credit issuers are stepping up offers to help consumers regain financial footing, after months of keeping their coffers closed. More... 
How to change your credit card bill's due date
When cash-flow changes happen, will your credit card company move your credit card bill's due date? Yes, say major issuers, but there may be a caveat. More... 
Expert credit card advice

Rental damage fees can stain credit report
'Credit Score Report' expert Jeremy M. Simon
A renter learns that removing apartment damage fees from his credit report will require a solid case and good negotiating skills. More...
 
Consider delaying marriage until after bankruptcy
'To Her Credit' expert Sally Herigstad
A reader wants to get married and then file for bankruptcy. Our expert says starting off a marriage that way wouldn't be wise.
More...
 
Stop paying your bills or file for bankruptcy?
'The Credit Guy' expert Todd Ossenfort
A low-income senior questions advice that said that instead of filing for bankruptcy, he should just stop paying his credit card bills.
More...
 
The pros and cons of debt management plans
'Opening Credits' expert Erica Sandberg
A reader regrets entering a debt management plan he says has hurt his credit. But his spending, not his plan, is to blame. More...
 
More credit card news

Celebrity Money Watch blog debuts
Our newest blog by L.A.'s Ann Brenoff showcases the financial slips and falls of the rich and famous. This month: Eva Longoria and Val Kilmer. More... 
Got a Borders gift card? Better use it quickly
News leaked out last month that the long-troubled bookseller has hired bankruptcy attorneys to help it sort through its options. More... 
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