The Money Saving Fifty (50)

Credit and debit cards are the ultimate in spending convenience. They make it easy for us to buy online, by phone or by mail. They help us reserve cars, hotel rooms, plane tickets and more. They eliminate the need to carry large amounts of cash. And when we need cash but don’t have it, we [...]

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Having your identity stolen is no picnic. It can cause serious damage to your credit, and possibly even your criminal record. Identity theft victims spend a lot of time and money trying to clear their names, and all too often they are unsuccessful.
We’ve all heard the expression, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound [...]

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Credit can help us get the things we need and want. For most of us, credit is required to buy a home or car. We can also use it to buy everything from vacations to groceries. And increasingly, our ability to rent an apartment or get a new job hinges on our credit.
Our credit files [...]

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If you’ve ever applied for a loan or credit card, you’ve probably been subjected to a credit check. It’s the thing that lenders use to determine whether or not they are willing to do business with you. This is why many consumers cringe when they hear the words “credit report.”
A credit report can help or [...]

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Bad credit can haunt us for a long time. Late payments we made years ago can affect our chances of getting a loan or credit card now, and possibly for years to come. Many people face this dilemma, and that is why credit repair has become such a hot topic.
The offers are enticing. For a [...]

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Credit and debit cards are the ultimate in spending convenience. They make it easy for us to buy online, by phone or by mail. They help us reserve cars, hotel rooms, plane tickets and more. They eliminate the need to carry large amounts of cash. And when we need cash but don’t have it, we [...]

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