Thursday, February 9, 2012

This week's top story: Debit card fraud can leave you on the hook

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Debit card fraud can leave you in the lurch
You're protected by law if your debit card has been hijacked -- if you act fast. Delay, and you can end up paying for fraudulent purchases. More... 
Refund anticipation loans coming to an end
After years of soaking consumers with high fees for tax refund anticipation loans, tax preparers are finally closing them down. More... 
Consumer credit card balances keep rising
Fed: December saw yet another rise in consumer card balances, but experts say holiday shopping may not be the only reason why. More... 
6 budget-blowing international travel mistakes
With a little pre-trip planning, you can prevent hundreds of dollars from being added unnecessarily to the cost of your trip abroad. More... 
Expert credit card advice

Can bankruptcy tap a surprise inheritance?
'To Her Credit' expert Sally Herigstad
Having filed for Chapter 13, a woman discovers a surprise inheritance and worries she has to turn over the funds to her trustee. More...
 
Liability for debt not tied to who pays on it
'Opening Credits' expert Erica Sandberg
A daughter elects to help her dad with his collection payments, but he wonders if she will then be held responsible for the debt.
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Not paying the minimum can get you sued
'Credit Care' expert Tanisha Warner
Can credit card companies sue you if you pay them something, but not enough? You won't like the answer.
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How to get elite flier miles from your card
'Cashing In' expert Cathleen McCarthy
Only a few rewards credit cards allow you to rack up enough points through purchases to achieve elite status with an airline. More...
 
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Confessions of a former debt 'snowballer'
There's the smart way to pay down debt and the emotional way. Blogger Julie Sherrier chronicles her journey doing both. More... 
'Downton Abbey' mirrors today's financial turmoil
Guest blogger Jay MacDonald is hooked on the BBC period drama "Downton Abbey" because it depicts similar financial issues facing us today. More... 
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