Are Credit Cards Making Us Poorer and Fatter? by Eamon Murphy Jun 13th 2013 4:18PM According to Derek Thompson's recent article for the Atlantic, credit cards are making us "dumber, fatter, poorer." The research backs him up: Is it time to ditch our plastic?
The Surprising Downside of Cutting Up Your Credit Cards by Matt Brownell Jun 5th 2013 5:00AM Cancelling credit cards is a good way to help get your spending under control. But closing down those accounts could actually hurt your credit score.
In Search of the Elusive Zero-Percent Interest Rate Credit Card by Tim Beyers May 27th 2013 5:00AM "Free money": If you have good enough credit, chances are you get offered it all the time, through no-interest credit card offers. Here are the best ways to take advantage.
4 Common Pieces of Money Advice You Can't Afford to Follow by Selena Maranjian May 22nd 2013 12:05PM Few of us are financial experts, so when it comes to money matters, we usually welcome advice. The trouble, though, is that not all the financial advice we get is sound.
Bad Behavior: Men, Women and Credit Card Debt by Michele Lerner May 22nd 2013 5:00AM Tracking how men and women used credit cards over the course of a year revealed some striking differences -- and proved that both sexes could manage their debt a lot better.
Americans Better About Paying Credit-Card Debt in 1Q by The Associated Press May 21st 2013 6:38AM Americans got better about paying their credit card debt on time in the first quarter, a period when many borrowers use income tax returns to tackle their holiday season debt.
How Fast Should You Cut Your Debt? by Credit.com May 17th 2013 12:30PM Determining how fast you can and should pay off your debts starts with a few simple steps -- and first among them is understanding how you got into debt to start with.
JPMorgan Sued by California Over Credit Card Robosigning by DailyFinance Staff May 10th 2013 9:16AM JPMorgan Chase has been sued by the state of California for allegedly using robo-signing and other illegal practices to collect debts from 100,000 credit card holders.
Global Hacker Network Stole $45 Million from ATMs by The Associated Press May 10th 2013 8:11AM Seven people were arrested in the U.S., accused of operating the New York cell of what prosecutors said was a network that carried out thefts at ATMs in 27 countries.
Calif. Sues JPMorgan Chase For Debt-Collection Tactics by The Associated Press May 10th 2013 7:00AM California's attorney general has sued JPMorgan Chase, alleging that used illegal tactics in its efforts to collect debts from more than 100,000 credit card holders.
Can't Afford That New Fridge? Sears Will Let You Lease-to-Own by Matt Brownell May 9th 2013 5:22PM If you need to make a big purchase and can't wait for layaway, Sears is introducing a lease-to-own option for appliances, furniture and other large items.
Vacation Bliss May Be Hiding in Forgotten Rewards Points by Michele Lerner May 9th 2013 12:12PM Forgotten credit card rewards points and frequent flyer miles can make a summer trip possible when you thought you might be stuck at home.
Consumers Cut Back Credit Card Use in March by The Associated Press May 7th 2013 3:24PM Americans cut back on using their credit cards in March, suggesting many were reluctant to take on high-interest debt to make purchases.
NYU Student Wants to Change How Young People Manage Money by Business Insider May 2nd 2013 11:53AM NYU undergrad Scott Gamm has been an avid student of finance since he was 17, and now he's passing the secrets he's learned on to his peers in his book, "More Money, Please."
Our Most Embarrassing Money Moments Revealed by Michele Lerner May 2nd 2013 5:00AM Nearly everyone has had cringe-worthy moments relating to cash -- with strangers, friends, co-workers, even family. A new survey reveals the most common, and the most painful.
What Hacked LivingSocial Users Actually Need to Worry About by Matt Brownell Apr 29th 2013 2:51PM Living Social just suffered a data breach, but smart users don't have much to fear. Here's what the thieves can do with the data they got, and how you can protect yourself.
Why Your Bank Thinks Someone Stole Your Credit Card by Matt Brownell Apr 26th 2013 1:46PM Banks issue fraud alerts and freeze accounts if they think a credit card has been stolen -- which can be annoying when they're wrong. But what sets off their warning bells?
How a Single Mom of Three Scrapes by on a $40,000 Salary by Matt Brownell Apr 25th 2013 5:00AM A single mom of three shares the sacrifices she has to make and the contortions she has to undertake to make ends meet on her slim $40,000 salary, plus child support.
Credit Card Rewards: Don't Let Good Points Go Bad by Molly McCluskey Apr 24th 2013 1:00PM Most people have credit card rewards points, but few people know how to use them, says Brian Kelly, whose blog thepointsguy.com helps people make the most of rewards programs.
5 Tools to Help College Students Manage Their Money by FOXBusiness Apr 24th 2013 5:00AM Along with worrying about their academics, parents are worrying about their college kids' financials. Here are 5 things parents can do to help sharpen students' money skills.
3 Spring-Cleaning Tips for Your Finances Worth $8,000 to You by Chuck Saletta Apr 23rd 2013 12:25PM With tax season over, now's a great time to spring-clean your finances. These three simple moves could put more than $8,000 in your pocket over the course of the next year.
5 Reasons Credit Cards Are Still the Best Way to Pay by Dan Caplinger Apr 23rd 2013 9:55AM As long as you pay off your balance every month, using a credit card can often be the smartest way to pay, thanks to these beneficial features other methods don't offer.
A Debt Collector Came After Me for $8.97 by Credit.com Apr 11th 2013 5:00AM An overdue movie rental turned into a collections ordeal for one woman. Could an $8.97 debt impact your credit score?
6 Smart Moves to Boost Your Credit Score by Selena Maranjian and Dan Caplinger Apr 8th 2013 5:00AM Even if you're not planning on applying for a mortgage or credit card anytime soon, you need a good credit score. Here are some lesser-known strategies to help boost yours.
Walmart Offers 15¢-a-Gallon Gas Discounts to Cardholders by Matt Brownell Apr 1st 2013 5:15PM For the next few months, Walmart will offer a 15-cents-a-gallon discount at its gas stations. The catch: You have to pay with a Walmart credit card.
ATM Viruses Are Out to Steal Your Cash by Credit.com Apr 1st 2013 1:05PM Some of the world's largest banks, including Chase, Capital One and Citibank, have been hit by malware intended to steal payment card data.
The Worst Way to Pay Your Taxes: Put Them on a Credit Card by Dan Caplinger Apr 1st 2013 11:33AM If you're one of the many taxpayers who owes the IRS some cash this year, you'll want to steer clear of one increasingly popular way to pay that tax bill: your credit card.
If Justice Roberts Can Be an ID Theft Victim, Is Anyone Safe? by Matt Brownell Mar 29th 2013 3:30PM John Roberts, the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, reportedly had his credit card number stolen this week. Here's how to protect yourself against the same crime.
Medical Credit Cards Can Cause Heartburn by Kiplinger Mar 29th 2013 5:00AM Some health care providers are offering credit cards designed to cover uninsured costs, but these cards come with a host of potential problems.
What Happens to Your Credit Card Reward Points When You Die? by Credit.com Mar 26th 2013 5:00AM Many people spend their whole lives building up credit card rewards points, but can you leave them to your loved ones in your will?
The Top 10 Consumer Complaints of 2012 by Selena Maranjian Mar 26th 2013 5:00AM An online database compiled more than 2 million consumer complaints in 2012: identity theft, debt collection, tax fraud and more. Here are the top 10 biggest offenders.
