Sunday, May 18, 2008

credit cards

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Debunking the Young Debtor Stereotype

The author of Strapped calls credit cards a "necessary evil" in today's economy. more >>

Pushing Credit on the College Crowd

Companies use free food and Facebook to lure students more >>

Credit Trends: Fewer Cards, Less Debt

Surveys suggest that college students may be wising up about credit card debt. more >>

How to Teach Your Kids About Credit Cards

Banks and colleges offer financial education materials, but parents are the best source of information. more >>

Credit Card Debate over Consumers' IQ

Consumers wouldn't act so clueless if we had some basic facts. more >>

Congress Scolds Card Issuers for 'Unfair' Policies

Lawmakers want credit card companies to stop raising interest rates based on credit scores. more >>

When Dementia Leads to Debt

Take control before an ill family member racks up credit card bills. more >>

Shopping Online May Be the Safest Option

Hackers can steal personal information even from outside store walls. more >>

Kenneth Chenault | corporate executive

The ultimate trial by fire. more >>

Should Credit Cards Market on Campuses?

Free food entices students to sign up for credit cards. One group wants the practice stopped. more >>

Staying Safe While Shopping Online

A few simple precautions help turn the Internet into a safe shopping zone. more >>

How to Avoid Money Envy

You can ignore the Joneses, an author says. They're probably deep in debt. more >>

Profiting From Lower Rates

The Fed cuts, and Wall Street celebrates. How to join the party more >>

Free Sandwiches Too Good to be True? They Are

Because everyone knows that college kids plus credit cards equals disaster, Ohio State University professors are suing Citibank, Potbelly Sandwich Works, La Bamba, and marketing firm Campus Dimensions for false advertising, saying the establishments publicized free meals without clearly stating that the promotion involved signing up for a credit card, the Lantern reports.. more >>

Asking for a Lower Credit Card Rate

Despite the Fed's interest rate cut, consumers still need to do their own negotiating. more >>

The Best Ways to Get Cash While Overseas

ATMs and credit cards are replacing traveler's checks as the method of choice. more >>

Banking Problems? Uncle Sam Wants to Help

A new consumer site on banking and credit is a good first step, but it may leave you frustrated. more >>

A Credit Card Crackdown?

A top federal regulator says there's growing demand for reining in banks' unpopular practices. more >>

Five Nasty Credit Card Surprises

Did you know that when you're shifted to a higher interest rate, it can apply to past charges, too? more >>

"Modern Girls" Pen Financial Guide

On My Own Two Feet gives advice on how women can save money but still splurge on a pair of Escada jeans. more >>

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