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Credit card changes continue
Credit card companies are still throwing lots of changes at consumers. I got a comment from a reader that her credit limit was reduced with very little notice. Card companies are also raising the...
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Rep. wants to make it easier to change bank accounts
I have three bank accounts. One in Missouri. One in Ohio, and one in the virtual world. I never closed my Missouri account because there were too many recurring monthly debits and a direct deposit that...
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Tool gives inside look into credit card statistics so you know if you’ll qualify
Courtesy Visa Interested in a credit card? A tool by Credit Karma allows you to search for the card that best fits your needs, and you’ll be able to see the likelihood that you’ll be approved and the...
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Consumer agency announcing credit card changes in Cleveland
There have been many changes to credit cards in the past few years. The most noticeable change is on your bill. The new format makes it easier to see how long it will take you to pay off your balance /...
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Consumer agency wants to make credit card agreements easier to understand
Do you understand the terms of your credit card? The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau says studies show 2/3 of American’s don’t fully understand the terms. That’s why the Bureau is proposing...
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FTC sending check to scareware victims
If you get a check in the mail from the Federal Trade Commission, it’s not a scam. Enjoy this holiday gift that’s really the result of a settlement.The FTC is sending more than 300,000 consumers refund...
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Macy’s to stay open 24 hours a day at select stores in days leading up to...
Spending is up this holiday which is good news for retailers, and at least one chain is willing to stay open 24 hours a day if it means more cash. Macy’s will offer round-the-clock shopping for three...
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Behind the scenes at Consumer Reports – what happens to all the products tested?
Consumer Reports tests thousands of products a year and helps us find everything from the best printers to paper towels. Did you know they name the machines that tests those products? During a recent...
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Do you really understand your mortgage?
You may have avoided foreclosure or a delinquency, but do you really understand the terms of your mortgage? For those who didn’t avoid a foreclosure, some blame poor rules, bookkeeping, and...
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17.7 million Borders gift cards are worthless
Gift cards are a popular gift despite the fact that many go un-redeemed. Most of the time the cards don’t get used because consumers forget about them or lose the card. Stores going out of business are...
View ArticleSurvey shows: Americans are not saving
How much do you have saved up in your piggy bank? According to the National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC), 64% of Americans would use a source other than their savings account to cover a...
View ArticleCredit card changes continue
Credit card companies are still throwing lots of changes at consumers. I got a comment from a reader that her credit limit was reduced with very little notice. Card companies are also raising the...
View ArticleRep. wants to make it easier to change bank accounts
I have three bank accounts. One in Missouri. One in Ohio, and one in the virtual world. I never closed my Missouri account because there were too many recurring monthly debits and a direct deposit that...
View ArticleTool gives inside look into credit card statistics so you know if you’ll qualify
Interested in a credit card? A tool by Credit Karma allows you to search for the card that best fits your needs, and you’ll be able to see the likelihood that you’ll be approved and the amount. With...
View ArticleConsumer Financial Protection Bureau Credit Card Changes
More credit card changes are coming as the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) strengthens consumer protections. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau credit card problems There have been many...
View ArticleFTC sending check to scareware victims
If you get a check in the mail from the Federal Trade Commission, it’s not a scam. Enjoy this holiday gift that’s really the result of a settlement.The FTC is sending more than 300,000 consumers refund...
View ArticleMacy’s to stay open 24 hours a day at select stores in days leading up to...
Spending is up this holiday which is good news for retailers, and at least one chain is willing to stay open 24 hours a day if it means more cash. Macy’s will offer round-the-clock shopping for three...
View ArticleConsumer Reports: Behind The Scenes
Consumer Reports tests thousands of products a year and helps us find everything from the best printers to paper towels. Did you know they name the machines that test those products? I got a behind the...
View Article17.7 million Borders gift cards are worthless
Gift cards are a popular gift despite the fact that many go un-redeemed. Most of the time the cards don’t get used because consumers forget about them or lose the card. Stores going out of business are...
View ArticleCostco Alerts Shoppers To Food Recalls
Ever wonder if you bought an item that's on a recall list? Some stores are taking the guesswork out of it and alerting you. The post Costco Alerts Shoppers To Food Recalls appeared first on Jenn...
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