Thursday, March 27, 2014

Top story: Pros, cons of paying taxes with plastic

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Pros, cons of paying taxes with plastic
A multitude of IRS tax payment options exist, including using plastic. Before you boost your balance to pay your taxes, know exactly what to watch out for ... More
Not all free credit scores are equal
More than 25 million credit card holders now have access to a free credit score through their card issuers, but it may not be the tell-all number you think ... More
Healing your inner financial child
Struggling to break certain money habits? The problem may not be your budget, but your childhood. Understanding why may help you overcome them  ... More
'Opening Credits' by Erica Sandberg
Can I use my credit card after bankruptcy?
There is no specific amount of time you have to wait before you can start charging again after bankruptcy. In fact, it can even help rebuild your credit  ... More
'To Her Credit' by Sally Herigstad
Eviction mars credit, hunt for new lease
When trying for a new lease, the marks on your credit left by an eviction are harder to remove than stains on an old carpet ... More
'Let's Talk Credit' by Jane McNamara
How partial payments affect credit scores
The credit score damage was already done back when you defaulted, but paying it back, even partly, can make you look better to lenders ... More
TAKING Charge BLOG
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Quest for 100k point sign-up bonus - Part 1
A credit card rewards bonus of 100,000 American Airlines points is tempting, but the requirement to spend $10,000 in three months is full of obstacles ... More
3 financial lessons I wish my parents had taught me
Learning by example is always helpful, but sometimes it's not enough. As children try to understand the complex world of money, they may need more instruction than just getting an allowance or watching a parent use coupons ... More
Credit card rate report
As of 3/27/2014
National Average
15.01%
Business
12.98%
Low Interest
10.33%
Balance Transfer
12.66%
Cash Back
14.71%
Reward
15.03%
Bad Credit
22.73%
Airline
15.30%
Student
13.27%
Instant Approval
28.00%
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Thursday, March 20, 2014

Top story: Who pays when kids make unauthorized charges?

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Who pays when kids rack up card charges?
You're not responsible for unauthorized purchases, but when the unauthorized purchaser is right under your own roof, things can get fuzzy ... More
When family, friends steal your identity
When identity fraud victims know their imposters, it can rip apart relationships as it ruins finances, making it a tough crime to overcome ... More
Rising rates' cost: $7.6 billion a year
Interest rates, at historic lows since 2008, are expected to go up in 2015, and a 1 percentage point rise will cost credit card holders an estimated $7.6 billion ... More
'Opening Credits' by Erica Sandberg
Student loan payments choking new graduate
With student loan payments taking up 57 percent of her income, a new grad ponders defaulting as she can't see how she can keep up ... More
'To Her Credit' by Sally Herigstad
Stop paying late mom's card debt
Advice for a daughter who, since her mother's death five years ago, has kept paying  Mom's old credit card debt and still owes $3,000: Stop ... More
'Let's Talk Credit' by Jane McNamara
Pay all you can? Or keep some savings?
If you have enough money to make a dent in your card debt but not enough to pay it off, understand your goals to make the right choice ... More
TAKING Charge BLOG
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Demystifying credit score 'reason codes'
For many loan applicants, the credit score codes they receive when rejected by a lender are so cryptic they're nearly as bewildering as the credit scores themselves ... More
3 advantages of a 90-day fraud alert
When circumstances arise where you think your identity may be compromised by a thief, placing a quick fraud alert on your credit can bring a little peace of mind ... More
Credit card rate report
As of 3/20/2014
National Average
15.01%
Business
12.98%
Low Interest
10.33%
Balance Transfer
12.66%
Cash Back
14.71%
Reward
15.03%
Bad Credit
22.73%
Airline
15.30%
Student
13.27%
Instant Approval
28.00%
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