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To Use Bank Accounts & Credit Cards Wisely, You May Need To Get Inside Your Own Head

By Tim Westrich on Nov. 14, 2008 Comments?

Rather than waiting for Congress and to act to improve credit card and bank account terms, you can start making better personal finance decisions now by examining your own behavior. Read...

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Not All Credit Cards Are Bad For You, Try One From A Credit Union

By Tim Westrich on Oct. 21, 2008 Comments?

How do you pick the best credit card? Those offered by the largest U.S. banks all have very similar features, fees, terms, and conditions... Read...

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Credit Card Showdown

By Tim Westrich on Sep. 18, 2008 Comments?

September is shaping up to be a showdown month for reforming credit card terms and conditions. The Credit Cardholders’ Bill of Rights could be voted on by the full House of Representatives. And in the not-too-distant future, the Federal Reserve could finalize a proposed rule that would create a fairer marketplace for American consumers who want to use credit cards responsibly. Read...

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Avoiding Costly Overdrafts: Think Twice Before You Swipe Your Debit Card

By Tim Westrich on Aug. 28, 2008 Comments?

Even checking accounts—probably the most basic account in banking—contain a plethora of hidden traps these days and practice a type of “gotcha capitalism” that will get you if you don’t take a few steps to avoid the most common pitfalls. 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...

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Your First Car Loan: Know Before You Go

By Tim Westrich on Jul. 22, 2008 Comments?

The path to getting an auto loan is full of pitfalls that can extract extra money over the course of the loan. And with the price of gas at record levels, getting a car that will serve your needs and fit into your budget may require some planning. Read...

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