4 Common Pieces of Money Advice You Can't Afford to Follow
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.
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Americans Better at Paying Credit-Card Debt on Time
The rate of decline for national credit card delinquencies in the first quarter fell 19 percent compared to the prior quarter.
Global Hacker Network Stole $45 Million from ATMs
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
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.
Vacation Bliss May Be Hiding in Forgotten Rewards Points
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
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
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."
Credit Card Rewards: Don't Let Good Points Go Bad
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
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.
5 Reasons Credit Cards Are Still the Best Way to Pay
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.
American Express Profit Boosted by Higher Cardmember Spending
Credit card company American Express Co.'s quarterly revenue came in below analyst expectations as cardmember spending growth remained muted.
What Happens When You Don't File Your Taxes
What happens to Americans who either forget or flat out refuse to file their taxes?
6 Smart Moves to Boost Your Credit Score
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.
Medical Credit Cards Can Cause Heartburn
Some health care providers are offering credit cards designed to cover uninsured costs, but these cards come with a host of potential problems.
Four Things to Know About the New VantageScore Credit Score
The new credit score on the block, VantageScore 3.0., is a revamped version of the original VantageScore -- a generic credit scoring model that has been around since 2006.