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Government Invests to Educate Youth About Handling Credit
By Jason Simon on Oct. 02, 2008 Comments?
The federal government is scrambling to prevent our financial system from falling apart while the Treasury Department is moving forward with an initiative to educate young adults aged 18-24 about handling credit more responsibly. Read...
Finally, The Credit Card Companies Lose in Congress
By Tamara Draut on Sep. 24, 2008 Comments?
Yesterday, the House of Representatives passed the Credit Cardholders Bill of Rights (HR 5244) that would curb some of the industry’s most common and most egregious practices. It’s the first piece of legislation passed by either house in Congress that restricts the lending practices of the credit card companies. Read...
Six of One, Half Dozen of the Other
By Tim Westrich on Aug. 06, 2008 Comments?
During the past decade of low interest rates, families borrowed heavily against the value of their homes to finance their consumption and increase their purchasing power. But as the credit crisis unfolded, and as the value of Americans’ homes dropped, lenders tightened standards on all types of mortgage loans, making it harder for families to access their home equity. Read...
Big Win for Consumers: Credit Card Reform Moves Forward in the House
By Eileen Quigley on Aug. 05, 2008 Comments?
Over the past few months, nearly 1,000 of you joined us in fighting for credit card company reform by participating in our action to send a letter to the Federal Reserve Board telling them to adopt their proposed rules to regulate the credit card industry. Read...
With So Many Credit Card Choices, Which One Should I Choose?
By Jason Simon on Jun. 19, 2008 Comments?
If you're in the market for a credit card, know what you’re getting into before you sign your name. Read...
Are Tax Rebates for Splurging?
By Jason Simon on Jun. 16, 2008 Comments?
The federal government assumes that most Americans are going to spend their economic stimulus tax rebate in a way that will help boost the economy. However, a recent poll suggests otherwise. Read...
Take Action to End Unfair Credit Card Practices!
By Eileen Quigley on Jun. 13, 2008 Comments?
Take action today to end unfair credit practices! Credit card companies have the power to change the rules - and we are paying the price. Read...
Pushing Credit Cards on College Campuses
By Tamara Draut on May. 19, 2008 Comments?
On college campuses across the country, you will find our nation’s biggest credit card issuers, armed with truckloads of swag to entice students into signing up for a credit card. What are we to do? Read...
To Transfer or Not to Transfer Your Credit Card Balance
By Jason Simon on May. 12, 2008 Comments?
Opening a new credit card account may seem like a bad idea if you're trying to pay down credit card debt, but transfering your balance to a new card with a lower rate may help you save money in the long run. Read...
Have You Heard the Credit Card Song?
By Jason Simon on May. 07, 2008 Comments?
Whenever I pull my credit card from my wallet and see its wear and tear, I am reminded of how much it has been used. Don't let the siren voice of your credit card trap you into buying things you don't need, which you'll pay dearly for later! Read...
Lower Your APR Today
By Suzanne Kahn on May. 05, 2008 Comments?
Did you know that 56% of consumers who ask their credit card company for a lower annual percentage rate (APR) got one? It’s true. A study by the State PIRGS showed that most people can lower their APRs by just asking. Read...
Which Credit Card Should I Pay Off First?
By Jason Simon on Apr. 25, 2008 Comments?
If you're shuffling through your credits cards and trying to figure out which one to pay off first, here are a few tips. Read...
Credit Card Considerations from the Money Blogosphere: Round 1
By Jason Simon on Apr. 11, 2008 Comments?
Today is Round 1 of Credit Card Considerations from the Money Blogosphere. Feel free to throw some credit card considerations back my way. Read...
Profits on the Backs of the Most Vulnerable
By Tamara Draut on Apr. 08, 2008 Comments?
If you’ve ever gotten slapped with a late fee of $39, or seen your interest rate surge to 29% after making one late payment, you can at least take comfort in knowing you're not a sucker. Read...
Payday Wasn't Your Day?
By Suzanne Kahn on Apr. 07, 2008 Comments?
Wait, what? There was a big payday for Wall St. last week? I thought Wall St. was in a crisis. I thought the economy was crashing to the ground and the Federal Reserve was staying up all night, rewriting the rules, to pull the banks through. Read...
Spend or Save With Your Tax Rebate
By Jason Simon on Apr. 01, 2008 Comments?
My wife and I haven't calculated how much we are going to receive from the tax rebate, but straight to the savings account it will go. Read...
Too Much Shiny Plastic!
By Jason Simon on Mar. 27, 2008 Comments?
I opened my mailbox today and found an envelope with American Express written all over it. I receive more pre-approved credit card offers by mail in a month than I do bills. Read...
Credit Cards and Credit Scores: What is the Connection?
By Anita Ramasastry on Feb. 21, 2008 Comments?
In today's world, managing credit is an essential part of your financial life. It's important - so treat it carefully.
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Money by the Numbers
By Qvisory on Feb. 15, 2008 Comments?
Why do credit card companies aggressively court the 18 to 34-year-old market? Read...
Tricks and Traps of the Credit Card Industry
By Tamara Draut on Dec. 18, 2007 Comments?
A credit line often serves as a lifeline. But thanks to a range of "gotcha" tactics commonly used by the credit card companies, the credit life line can quickly feel more like a noose. Read...
A Spoonful of Sugar
By Stephanie Crocker on Oct. 28, 2007 Comments?
Starting a new business is hard enough. Being hit by a life-threatening illness, with no healthcare coverage, made things even more difficult. This is our story of how we're getting through it. Read...
Taming the Boogeyman in Your Mailbox
By Carmen Wong Ulrich on Oct. 27, 2007 Comments?
I'm not going to tell you to pay it down, pay it off, or even pay it forward. When it comes to debt—scary as it can be—there's a mantra even more important than all those snazzy tag lines. Repeat after me: PAY ATTENTION! Read...
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