Thursday, May 30, 2013

This week's top story: 9 tips for managing ADHD and debt

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9 tips for managing ADHD and debt
Sticking to a budget and determining which bills need to be paid and when can be especially challenging for those with ADD/ADHD. More... 
Q&A: The fine art of disappearing
Former skip tracer Frank Ahearn charges $42,000 and up to help you disappear. He doesn't take plastic and his first move is to destroy yours. More... 
100-word statement writing tips
Your credit report is usually the final word when it comes to lending, but the rules let you make 100 of those words your own. More... 
Expert advice

Will card debt scare off student loan lenders?
'To Her Credit' expert Sally Herigstad
With high card debt, no job and a desire to return to school, will qualifying for a student loan be insurmountable?
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Can old debt threaten a great credit score?
'Opening Credits' expert Erica Sandberg
His credit score is in the mid-700s, but a collector is calling about an old debt. Will ignoring the calls threaten his creditworthiness? More...
 
Keeping your credit score high in retirement
'Let's Talk Credit' expert Jane McNamara
As retirement hits, it's time to review your collection of credit cards to make sure they're still working for you, and to keep debt low.
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More options to avoid foreign card fees
'Cashing In' expert Cathleen McCarthy
Many U.S. cards tack on a 3 percent fee onto overseas purchases, but more cards are coming out that are foreign-fee free.
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Blogs and infographics

Women financially clueless? I think not
When it comes to managing money, women get a bad rap. Yet research shows they're often more savvy about money matters than men. More... 
Infographic: Young adults optimistic about finances
Those from the ages of 18 and 29 tend to view their financial futures optimistically, but that's not so true for older Americans. More... 
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Thursday, May 23, 2013

This week's top story: Co-signer, joint account, guarantor: Know the difference

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Shared accounts: Know the difference
Joint account, co-signer or guarantor? Your liability for shared debt could vary greatly depending upon the type of account you choose. More... 
Should you charge that new pet?
Pet regret? If you put that new furry friend on plastic, you may be able to get a refund, but it depends on where you bought it and what went wrong. More... 
Young ID theft victims get help with new rule
The Social Security Administration considers easing rules for replacing stolen SSNs for those 13 and younger, who are often ID theft targets. More... 
How to pick a bankruptcy attorney
After struggling to pay your debts, you're ready to consider bankruptcy. It's time to contact a lawyer, but how do go about picking a good one? More... 
Expert advice

Wife on the hook for hubby's student loans
'To Her Credit' expert Sally Herigstad
A wife co-signed her husband's student loans, which he defaulted on when he lost his job. Should she pay off the balance or not?
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Credit-building tips for new US citizen
'Opening Credits' expert Erica Sandberg
He opened a U.S. card before moving here. Now that he is a resident with an SSN, he wants to build a good credit score. More...
 
Doing the math to calculate retirement savings goal
'New Frugal You' expert Gary Foreman
Everyone's retirement plans are different, but with just a bit of math, you can come up with a rough idea of your savings goal.
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Earn more rewards without getting a new card
'Cashing In' expert Cathleen McCarthy
The fastest way to rack up rewards is through sign-up bonuses. Beyond that, there are other ways to boost your earning potential.
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Blogs

Beware, financial optimists!
From payday loans to 0 percent interest periods, the financial industry has a host of products designed to profit from overoptimism. More... 
Square launches faster swipe machine
Frustrated at fumbling through a Square transaction? Cue the new Square Stand, a more stable and seamless invention. More... 
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