Thursday, August 30, 2012

This week's top story: Singles' spending patterns need readjustment

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Spend now, save later patterns hurt singles
Today's young singles are spending more and saving less than their married counterparts, digging themselves into a hole with no bottom. More... 
Credit card balances fall to 10-year low
Fed: Consumers are still furiously paying down their credit card balances and, this time, they are paying them off on time. More... 
8 steps to boost your business credit score
You may rely on personal credit to start a small business, but to wear big business pants, you need to build up a commercial credit score. More... 
Banks yank credit protection plans
Credit protection plans, the lucrative add-ons for credit card companies panned by critics for their dubious value, are on their way out. More... 
Expert credit card advice

Obtain proof of debt from collectors before you pay
'To Her Credit' expert Sally Herigstad
Not sure that debt is yours? You have the right to ask collectors to prove that the debt they want paid is truly yours. More...
 
How to guarantee that you'll save money
'New Frugal You' expert Gary Foreman
If the savings habit doesn't come easy for you, try creating a savings "bill" for yourself -- and make it the one you pay first.
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Negotiating debt vs. paying off delinquency
'Credit Care' expert Tanisha Warner
Issuers aren't likely to settle on an account that isn't incredibly delinquent -- and if they do, it could hurt your credit.
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Can you bequeath frequent flier miles?
'Cashing In' expert Cathleen McCarthy
You can't take your frequent flier miles with you, but you may be able to bequeath them to friends and relations.
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Infographic: Consumer credit defaults by US city
According to data released in August, Miami residents top the charts for the most drastic decrease in default rates. More... 
Blog: Credit cards link a job and a theft
A tale of two significant summer events linked by credit cards -- one good, one not so much. More... 
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Bad Credit   23.64%
Airline   14.63%
Student   13.16%
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Thursday, August 23, 2012

This week's top story: J.D. Power ranks best card issuers

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AmEx, Discover lead in annual satisfaction survey
It's not exactly love, but American consumers appear to be developing growing affection for -- or maybe it's just growing toleration of -- their credit card companies, according to a comprehensive survey released Thursday. More... 
Apps to give the blind touch-screen access
Touch-screen payment devices continue to leave the visually impaired in the dark, but new apps hold promise for a hassle-free checkout. More... 
Supreme Court case may curb collection lawsuits
In a case before the Supreme Court, consumer agencies argue debtors shouldn't have to pay costs of suing debt collectors. More... 
Use caution with credit card political donations
The Better Business Bureau issued a special warning on Aug. 14 that election-season scams have blossomed. More... 
Expert credit card advice

How to get your name off your spouse's cards
'To Her Credit' expert Sally Herigstad
Authorized user or joint account holder? Depending on your status, there are different rules for getting your name off a credit card. More...
 
Broke, sued for debt and harassed by collectors
'Opening Credits' expert Erica Sandberg
A single, unemployed mom sued for debt she owed two years ago is now being harassed by collectors and wonders what to do.
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Old, overdue joint account hurting credit
'Credit Care' expert Tanisha Warner
A husband's old joint account with another woman is causing credit problems -- and his wife wants answers.
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Miles rarely pay for in-flight goodies
'Cashing In' expert Cathleen McCarthy
For travelers who want to enjoy the flying experience, it would be nice to be able to use rewards to pay for in-flight expenses.
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5 tips to keep weddings under budget
Our recently married blogger shares some of her cost-cutting lessons she learned when planning her wedding. More... 
Rate survey: Card rates rise slightly
Interest rates on new credit card offers ticked up this week, according to the CreditCards.com Weekly Credit Card Rate Report. More... 
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National Average   14.98%
Business   13.13%
Low Interest   10.40%
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Reward   14.82%
Bad Credit   23.64%
Airline   14.63%
Student   13.16%
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