Thursday, September 10, 2015

Top story: You did WHAT to pay off your debt?

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You did WHAT to pay off your debt?
From selling plasma to leaving the country, these unusual debt payoff stories should inspire you. More...
3 questions to ask before refinancing student loans
As the amount of student loan debt continues to rise, borrowers weigh the risks and benefits of refinancing. More...
Your rights if you overpay your bill
Your money is protected by federal banking rules, but getting it back requires effort, and a big overpayment can trigger a fraud investigation. More...
'Speaking of Credit' by Barry Paperno
5 questions every authorized user should ask
"Piggybacking" is usually a credit-boosting gift, but think it through. More...
'Credit Wise' by Kevin Weeks
Basics of minimum payments
If your minimum payment is $50 but you owe $25, just pay the $25. More...
'Opening Credits' by Erica Sandberg
Credit score impact of store card financing deals
Financing a big-ticket item short-term shouldn't have long-term impact. More...
Blog and infographic
Rate Report
Stop bashing millennials' poor credit scores
Are there things millennials could be doing better regarding credit? Definitely. But it's not surprising that millennials' credit isn't as good as that of older, more financially experienced individuals. More...
Infographic: We underestimate our credit card debt
We accurately recall other types of debt, but not card debt, says a newly updated Federal Reserve report. More...
Credit card rate report
As of 9/10/2015
National Average
15.00%
Low Interest
11.62%
Balance transfer
14.12%
Business
12.85%
Student
13.14%
Cash Back
15.27%
Reward
15.14%
Airline
15.10%
Bad Credit
22.73%
Instant Approval
18.00%
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Thursday, September 3, 2015

Top story: Debt collection abuse goes both ways

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Debt collection abuse goes both ways
While many debtors lie in fear of debt collectors, that angst goes both ways -- collectors may be just as afraid of you as you are of them. More...
You've paid off your debt. Now what?
After years of persistence, sacrifice and delayed gratification, you've paid off that last credit card bill. Congratulations, but your financial journey is nowhere near over. More...
Author Carl Richards simplifies financial plans
With his new book, "The One-Page Financial Plan," Carl Richards expands his Sharpie-and-a-napkin approach to financial management. More...
'Speaking of Credit' by Barry Paperno
Credit card advice for a 'debit card kind of guy'
Debt and bad money habits are the enemies. Those old store cards are your pals. More...
'Credit Wise' by Kevin Weeks
Smart balance transfer: Do the match, change spending habits
Don't throw away balance transfer savings by continuing to overspend. More...
'Cashing In' by Tony Mecia
Automatic cash back rewards checks tough to find
Only one of the 10 top cash back cards offers automatic rewards checks. More...
Taking Charge Blog
Rate Report
Credit report gripes nearly doubled this summer
According to a report from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), credit reports continue to be a major headache for consumers -- and complaints about the industry are surging. More...
How telecommuting is padding my budget
"Working from home may mean less time spent in front of the mirror in the morning, but I've found it also means more savings and less financial stress," writes Sienna Kossman. More...
Credit card rate report
As of 9/3/2015
National Average
15.00%
Low Interest
11.62%
Balance transfer
14.12%
Business
12.85%
Student
13.14%
Cash Back
15.27%
Reward
15.14%
Airline
15.10%
Bad Credit
22.73%
Instant Approval
18.00%
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