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New financial protection watchdog opens Thursday

A new federal agency charged with protecting consumers from unfair financial products debuts July 21, but it's a watchdog some want to keep on a short leash. More...

PLUS: What the new consumer protection agency can do,
Obama nominates Richard Cordray as new agency chief

15-minute fixes for your credit score

Spending just 15 minutes on these expert tips can give your credit score anything from a minor bump to a major boost. More...

Bankruptcy filings march downward

Ironically, this dip in filings is not necessarily a sign of economic recovery. It may just mean that people are just too broke to file. More...

BofA settles overdraft suit; consumers to benefit

Ten million bank customers may see free money -- actually their own money returning to them -- from overdraft lawsuit settlements. More...

Expert credit card advice

Why closing your oldest card can be a bad idea

'Credit Score Report' expert Jeremy M. Simon
Want to close an old card and get a newer, cheaper one? You may be doing yourself -- and your credit score -- a disservice. More...

Duped by son, mom stuck with $20,000 debt

'To Her Credit' expert Sally Herigstad
What is a 76-year-old mom to do when she co-signs on plastic and a car loan for her adult son and then he files for bankruptcy? More...

How much can collectors take from your paycheck?

'Credit Care' expert Kim McGrigg
If you have a deal with a debt collector to withdraw a set amount from your bank account, the collector can't take a penny more. More...

The path to good credit after college

'Opening Credits' expert Erica Sandberg
Follow these four lessons on how to build a great credit profile after you graduate from college. More...

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How to get a refund after your airfare drops

You book your flight early and then the price plummets. But new services have sprung up to help you recoup the cost difference. More...

Get out of debt smartphone apps

Forget the spreadsheets! Sticking to a budget may not be fun, but using a smartphone app to manage your money is. More...

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