Tuesday, November 22, 2011

This week's top story: How to get gift cards for less

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How to get gift cards for less
Savvy shoppers know that there are many ways to get more bang for your gift card buck. From social networking sites to warehouse clubs, here are more than a dozen spots that offer cards for less than retail price. More... 
Card issuers ramp up promotions for the holidays
If your gift list includes the promotional items offered by the card issuers, you could get discounts or boost your own rewards. More... 
Chart: 2011 credit card holiday gift promotions
Get the details of the special credit card promotions, special deals and bargains that seven major card issuers have offered for the holidays. More... 
Small businesses struggle to find credit
With lending still tight in a post-recession economy, businesses seek alternative funding sources or just don't borrow at all. More... 
Expert credit card advice

Who gets secret debt in divorce?
'To Her Credit' expert Sally Herigstad
When a spouse living in a community property state has secret debt that comes to light during a divorce, who must pay for it? More...
 
How to set children's allowances
'New Frugal You' expert Gary Foreman
Setting an allowance, and deciding whether to tie it to chores, is an art form, but one that teaches money lessons for life.
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Canceling a card is OK, if done wisely
'Credit Care' expert Kim McGrigg
When your credit improves, be careful when dumping your old, bad-credit credit cards or your credit could pay the price.
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Mind your card's hassle-to-rewards ratio
'Cashing In' expert Cathleen McCarthy
Is your rewards card more hassle than it's worth? Our expert lays out how you can figure that out for yourself. More...
 
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Video: Putting your credit card on ice
Can freezing your card keep you from spending? And can you hurt the card by putting it in the deep freeze? This fun video gives you the answers. More... 
Has a credit card ever saved you? Win $100!
CreditCards.com launches its first Facebook contest, with a $100 gift card going to the grand prize winner! More... 
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Business   13.13%
Low Interest   10.73%
Balance Transfer   12.77%
Cash Back   14.70%
Reward   14.70%
Bad Credit   24.96%
Airline   14.44%
Student   13.77%
Instant Approval   15.99%

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Thursday, November 17, 2011

This week's top story: More stores moving to digital receipts

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More stores moving to digital receipts
With the holidays approaching, more retailers are rolling out digital receipts in an attempt to streamline the inevitable glut of post-holiday returns. But not everyone is happy about it. More... 
Debtors to collectors: Is my debt real?
With regulations aimed at leveling the playing field, a growing number of states are requiring collectors to prove a debt is really owed. More... 
How to replace lost, stolen gift cards
The reason so many of us love gift cards -- they're a lot like cash -- is also the reason they can be hard to replace when they're stolen or lost. More... 
8 ways to protect against ATM skimming
Taking money from a bank doesn't have to involve a life-or-death bank robbery -- not when ATMs (and innocent victims) abound. More... 
Expert credit card advice

In marriage, maintain your own credit
'Opening Credits' expert Erica Sandberg
Combining finances can be great, but it's important to maintain at least one credit card in your own name to protect your credit rating. More...
 
Top 3 credit score things to know
'Credit Score Report' expert Jeremy M. Simon
For his final column, Jeremy Simon summarizes his most important takeaways about credit scores and reports.
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Banks must honor request to cancel card
'Credit Care' expert Kim McGrigg
Whether you've just applied for a credit card or you've had the card for 20 years, banks must comply if you want to cancel it.
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Authorized user? Don't expect rewards
'Cashing In' expert Cathleen McCarthy
If you're an authorized user on someone's credit card, don't count on spending the rewards points for the purchases you've made. More...
 
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Infographic: Americans ramp up 2011 gift spending
After years of recession-fueled frugality, more Americans are feeling the holiday gift-giving spirit in 2011, according to a new survey from USAA. More... 
Has a credit card ever saved you? Win $100!
CreditCards.com launches its first Facebook contest, with a $100 gift card going to the grand prize winner! More... 
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National Average   14.99%
Business   13.13%
Low Interest   10.73%
Balance Transfer   12.77%
Cash Back   14.70%
Reward   14.70%
Bad Credit   24.96%
Airline   14.44%
Student   13.77%
Instant Approval   15.99%

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