Thursday, July 31, 2014

Top story: 4 reasons why college kids need a credit card

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4 reasons college students need a credit card
You might want to shelter your college kids from the complicated world of credit for as long as possible, but at some point they will need to learn the ropes ... More
Video games to teach kids money lessons through play
Video games that teach kids how to handle money can be effective when they are done right, experts say ... More
Video: How to dispute credit report errors
It's important to check your credit report periodically to know where you stand and check for errors. If you see something wrong, here's how to get it corrected ... More
'Opening Credits' by Erica Sandberg
When is a bankruptcy fully discharged?
The day you no longer are responsible for debt repayment after you file for bankruptcy depends on whether you filed under Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 ... More
'To Her Credit' by Sally Herigstad
After illness, cards maxed out, turned down for loans
When illness results in rising card balances and the banks won't give you a loan, where can you get help? ... More
'Cashing In' by Tony Mecia
Will changing my award ticket to Israel cost me?
When problems arise that hamper travel, airlines often waive fees to change award tickets ... More
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Blinded by sign-up bonus rewards points
After applying for an American Express card that offered 50,000 rewards points for spending $1,000 in three months, then getting a late payment notice I realized -- it's a charge card, not a credit card ... More
Feeling nostalgic can make you spend more
If you're trying to decide whether or not to buy something, you could have a harder time passing it up if it reminds you of a happy moment from your past. ... More
Credit card rate report
As of 7/31/2014
National Average
15.03%
Low Interest
10.37%
Balance Transfer
12.64%
Business
12.80%
Student
13.27%
Cash Back
14.91%
Reward
15.00%
Airline
15.46%
Bad Credit
22.73%
Instant Approval
28.00%
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Thursday, July 24, 2014

Top story: 30 renowned restaurants that don't take credit cards

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30 renowned restaurants that don't take credit
Some beloved eateries refuse to take credit cards from patrons, yet still find a way to thrive ... More
Collectors see less credit card debt
Credit card holders are less likely to get calls from a debt collector than in the past, because collectors have less card debt to pursue, industry surveys say ... More
Infographic: Anatomy of a credit card
With the coming of chip cards, the anatomy of a credit card has become even more crowded. Do you know what all the parts are and what they do? ... More
'Opening Credits' by Erica Sandberg
Preapproved vs. pre-screened card offers: a big difference
A preapproval letter from a credit issuer can seem like an invite to a nightclub. Yet you may be turned away on arrival ... More
'To Her Credit' by Sally Herigstad
Tax lien won't impact shared card
Adding someone with a tax lien to your card as an authorized user won't open any doors to the Internal Revenue Service ... More
'Cashing In' by Tony Mecia
How couples can pool rewards
Some couples get the same rewards card, but find combining points is tricky. We've reviewed the fees and restrictions for some of the most popular programs ... More
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My furry student loan reality check
I was coming to terms with the monthly sacrifices I'd be making to pay off my student loan debt over the next decade. And then I saw a shelter dog's big brown eyes ... More
Is child care pushing families into debt?
In many states, child care costs more than a year of tuition at a public university. But unlike college students, most parents don't have access to low-interest loans for day care ... More
Credit card rate report
As of 7/24/2014
National Average
15.03%
Low Interest
10.37%
Balance Transfer
12.64%
Business
12.80%
Student
13.27%
Cash Back
14.91%
Reward
15.00%
Airline
15.46%
Bad Credit
22.73%
Instant Approval
28.00%
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