Prepaid credit cards popular, but there are hidden costs
For many, prepaid cards are an increasingly popular choice. But before you get one, you should understand hidden costs.
What's it worth? Finding out the value of hidden treasure in your home
Everyone dreams of discovering a hidden treasure in the closet. But how do you know whether those baseball cards or family relics are valuable?
How to get cut-rate car insurance rates
With money tight these days, the good news is that annual auto insurance rates are currently the lowest they’ve been in more than a year, averaging $1,871 according to the Web site Insurance.com.
Every apartment must go! Landlords cut Manhattan rents 10%
Imagine thousands of Manhattan landlords holding "10% Off!" signs. Apartment rents in the borough fell about that much this month compared to one year ago as the recession forced apartment building owners to offer concessions.
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Jean Chatzky: How to avoid the fees draining your bank accountBanks know that they stand to lose big bucks in interest and fees because of the federal Credit Card Accountability, Responsibility and Disclosure Act.
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Second thoughts plaguing shoppers who abandon carts at checkout
The recession is creating a new headache for retailers - abandoned shopping carts. Penny-pinching Americans are getting cold feet at the checkout - ditching items before they're rung up.
Should you work in retirement?
Working longer can help you save more money, but it could also adversely affect your finances....
Should you work in retirement?
Working longer can help you save more money, but it could also adversely affect your finances....
Don't turn HELOC into first mortgage
In today's interest-rate environment, it's likely a mistake to turn a HELOC into a first mortgage....
Car refinancing can improve your credit
Find a co-signer with good credit for your car loan. You'll get a lower rate and better credit....
Debt Management
8 benefits of new credit card law
Recently, Obama signed the Credit Card Accountability, Responsibility and Disclosure, or Credit CARD, Act of 2009 into law. Here's an overview of the major changes the law will enact.
How do I … Get my credit report?
You should review your report at least once a year to be sure it's accurate and to check for identity fraud....
Checking and reading your credit report
A bad or wrong credit report can cost you. Understand it and fix your credit before your finances are affected....
5 steps for improving your credit rating
So you've made mistakes. These five steps will help you restore the luster to your credit rating....
Settle your debts yourself
You can pay someone to negotiate debt settlements for you, but you can do it yourself for nothing....
Insurance
How much insurance do you really need?
There are many types of insurance - life, health, disablity, dental. What do you really need - and what can you go without?
Campus health insurance or family plan?
Here's a look at the pros and cons of campus and family health plans and advice on how to choose....
2 prescriptions to lower medical bills
If you need a health care plan now, look into these alternatives to get quality, affordable care....
Sister's death spurs search for accounts
Locating a deceased's financial account information can be tricky when records aren't available....
11 ways to avoid hurricane costs
You can't control hurricanes, but you can minimize losses and save on insurance premiums....
Autos
Make money simply by driving your car
They're called "free car" programs or "get paid to drive" promotions. These programs do exist, although they aren't as plentiful as they once were. The key is knowing where to look and having what it takes to make you an ideal advertising driver.
How hybrids work
Here's an animated explanation of how hybrid cars save fuel and protect the environment....
Car refinancing can improve your credit
Find a co-signer with good credit for your car loan. You'll get a lower rate and better credit....
The mass-market electric car challenge
Mass-produced electric cars face barriers like driving range, time to recharge and where to do it....
Video: New hybrids, electric cars
See the latest new and redesigned hybrid electric vehicles....
Top 15 celebs most likely to give you a virus:
This guide will show you the ins and outs of collecting unemployment....
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