Thursday, April 5, 2012

This week's top story: 5 reasons to be glad you didn't win the lottery

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5 reasons to be glad you didn't win the lottery
While it's fun to daydream about it, winning a lottery fortune comes with risks, responsibilities and a flood of moochers, fakers and false friends. More... 
High-tech ways to rent out your stuff
You're happy to let your best friend borrow your mountain bike, but would you loan it out to a stranger if you could make some money off of it? More... 
Bid for experiences with rewards auctions
Whether it's the Super Bowl, the Oscars or a luxury resort vacation, you can probably find someone auctioning it off for reward points. More... 
Consumers still fearful of mobile payments
Despite the rise of mobile payment technology, a Federal Reserve study says consumers remain wary about its safety. More... 
Expert credit card advice

It's hard to hide from old, unpaid debts
'To Her Credit' expert Sally Herigstad
You can change your name and move to another state, but old, unpaid debts have a way of finding you and ruining your credit. More...
 
Build good credit with your first credit card
'Opening Credits' expert Erica Sandberg
Sure, your first card probably came with a low limit, but use it wisely and progress slowly to build a strong credit history.
More...
 
Fees, interest still apply on closed cards
'Credit Care' expert Tanisha Warner
When an account's closed, you shouldn't have to pay any more fees on it, right? Not so fast.
More...
 
Do you lose rewards on returned purchases?
'Cashing In' expert Cathleen McCarthy
You racked up a boatload of points on a new TV, but now you're having second thoughts? Be prepared for bad news. More...
 
More credit card news

Business cards come with more risks
Business cards nearly disappeared during the recession, but have come back -- without the safeguards consumer cards offer. More... 
Car payments now outrank mortgage, credit cards
A new TransUnion survey shows that consumers now rank their auto loan payments as their top priority. More... 
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