Financial Advice for the Truly Stupid
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May 01, 2010 - Every now and then the would-be comedians here want to do a video just for fun...and to see if we can get on the Jon Stewart show. See if our most recent attempt makes you laugh.
Micropayments: A Faster Way to Pay Off Credit Card Debt
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Apr 28, 2010 - Paying more than the minimum is the key to paying off any debt faster. But if you're having trouble coming up with extra money, making smaller, more frequent payments... known as micropayments... may be your answer
7 Sneaky Ways Lenders Scope You out
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Feb 02, 2011 - Used to be that the only thing a bank or other potential lender would look at before deciding whether to offer or refuse you credit was your credit report and score. Not anymore...
Ask Stacy: I Need Help With Debts Other Than Credit Cards!
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Jan 21, 2011 - Lots of agencies out there are falling all over themselves to help you with your credit card debt. But why are so few willing to tackle other stuff?
Finding Help With Debt
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Jan 19, 2011 - In this economy, more people than ever are resolving to find help getting out of debt. And there's a lot of help out there, both good and bad: Learn to tell the difference.
5 Steps To a Debt-Free Life
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Jan 12, 2011 - Paying off debt is always one of the most popular New Year's resolutions, and one of the hardest to accomplish. But combine a little commitment with this advice, and maybe you'll finally pull it off this year.
Ask Stacy: 8 Tips to Get Credit When You Don’t Have Any
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Dec 31, 2010 - This young reader wants to know how to deal with a common credit conundrum: How are you supposed to build a credit history when you keep getting turned down for lack of a credit history?
Ask Stacy: Pre-Qualified for a Refinance – Should We Bite?
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Dec 03, 2010 - What would you do if you got unsolicited mail saying you're qualified for a special government program and pre-qualified for a special mortgage rate? Here's what I'd do.
Will Credit Counseling Hurt My Credit Score?
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Apr 06, 2010 - Question from a viewer: If you go to a credit counselor for help, how it will affect your credit history and credit score?
New Credit Card Statements Could Help Consumers Decrease Debt
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Mar 04, 2010 - The new credit cards statements can help you pay off your credit card debt faster by showing you how long it will take and how much extra interest you'll pay if you only send in the minimum.
Abused by a Debt Collector? Get a Free Lawyer
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Mar 04, 2010 - Just because you owe money, doesn't mean debt collectors can treat you like a doormat. If they are, you might be able to turn the tables with a free lawyer.
4 Tips to Escape from Debt Prison
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Mar 02, 2010 - The most popular ways people deal with their debts and how to figure out which will work best for you.
3 Tips for Using a Credit Card Overseas
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Jun 16, 2010 - Before you pack your credit card for foreign travel, make sure you know how to avoid fees and contact the company from afar.
Lost a Home To Foreclosure? Here’s How Long It Will Take To Buy Again
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Jun 16, 2010 - Losing a home to foreclosure isn't a pleasant experience, but it's not the end of the world or the end of being a homeowner.
Time to Choose – Declined Card or Overdraft Fee?
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Jun 16, 2010 - You're soon going to have to make a choice: to have your debit card refused when you're out of cash – or to pay 30 bucks for overdraft protection if you exceed your balance.
Viewer Question: Can I Negotiate Debts Myself?
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Sep 29, 2010 - This reader has a good question: can I negotiate my own debts to get balances lowered - and while I'm at it, is it possible to get my creditors to remove the negative marks on my credit history
4 Insider Tips to Applying for Credit Cards
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Sep 28, 2010 - Applying for a credit card isn't as easy or as transparent as it should be. Here's what you need to know to secure one as quickly as possible.
Safe Online Shopping with Virtual Credit Cards
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Sep 14, 2010 - If you don't use your credit card number while shopping online, no one can steal it. That's the idea behind virtual credit cards. Here are three places to get one - free.
Dying in Debt: Can You Take It With You?
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Aug 31, 2010 - Think your debts are wiped out when you die? Think again. If you're not careful, you could stick your survivors with a big bill
Tips to Help Recent Grads Build Credit
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Jun 14, 2010 - Whether starting out or starting over, building a solid credit history is the key to better borrowing. Here's how to do it right.
Most Homeowners Think It’s OK to Walk Away
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Jun 11, 2010 - Only 23% of respondents in a recent survey said that it's OK to stop paying their mortgage if their property is worth less than they owe. But that's not the whole story.
Can’t Pay Your Student Loans? Ask for a Deferment
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May 26, 2010 - If you can't pay your student loans because of job loss, illness or other hardship, you may be able to get a deferment.
The Right Way to Close a Credit Card Account
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May 16, 2010 - Here's a question I recently got from a viewer. It's a common one...see if you can relate.
40 Million Americans Now Have Bad Credit Scores
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Jul 13, 2010 - Feeling bad about your low credit score? At least you have plenty of company.3 Tips to Raise Your Credit Score – Fast
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Aug 16, 2010 - What's the fastest way to pump up a credit score? We ask the company that invented credit scoring for their three best ideas.
Viewer: Get Me Off This Treadmill!
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Aug 16, 2010 - Maybe you can relate: Sue's making what should be enough money, but still seems to be falling behind. Here are three simple steps that, if she follows them, will change her life.
3 Steps to Improve Your Credit History
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Aug 12, 2010 - They say history can't be rewritten. But they're wrong. You can change and improve your credit history. Here's what you need to know.
Online Alerts a Must for Card Users
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Aug 09, 2010 - Are you using online alerts to avoid over-the-limit fees and prevent fraud? If you're not, you should!
3 Tips to Avoid the Latest Credit Card Scam
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Aug 09, 2010 - Americans recently lost more than $10 million to bogus credit card charges from a single ring of scam artists. If you're not examining your monthly statements, maybe you were a victim.
Three Steps to Break a Car Lease Without Getting Rear-Ended
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Aug 04, 2010 - What do marriage, the Army and car leasing have in common? Answer: All are much easier to get into than out ofNew Penalty for Homeowners Who Walk Away
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Jun 24, 2010 - Losing your home to foreclosure is one thing, but walking away just because it's financially convenient could keep you out of an FHA-backed mortgage for seven years.
Money Advice for Recent Grads
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Jun 22, 2010 - The transition from student to responsible adult isn't always an easy one. Here's some advice to consider as you start down the path.
Money and Marriage: Like a Horse and Carriage
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Jun 21, 2010 - Only drug addiction and extramarital affairs play a more active role in divorce than disagreements over money, so it makes sense to talk about finances before your marriage.
10 Tip-Offs You’re Heading for a Debt Disaster
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Jun 18, 2010 - Think you might be heading for debt trouble? Answer these 10 questions and you'll know.
Debit Card For Kids? PayPal’s Banking On It
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Jun 17, 2010 - Got a kid heading to college in the fall? Now that credit cards are harder for young people to get, here's a potential solution.
Ask Stacy: Credit Reports are Free – Why Aren’t Scores?
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Nov 19, 2010 - It's easy to confuse credit reports and credit scores, especially since both are crucial. But here's one big difference: you can get a free report, but not a free look at your credit score.
Ask Stacy: Do I Have Too Many Credit Cards?
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Oct 29, 2010 - Reader question: I've got 10 credit cards, most with zero balances. I'd like to close some - but won't that hurt my credit score?
7 Things a Credit Card Can Do That a Debit Card Can’t
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Oct 12, 2010 - Credit cards have become an easy target for Congressional grandstanding and regulations, but beneath the widely criticized rates and fees lie many good benefits that are usually hidden in the fine print.
Ask Stacy: Should I Apply for a Credit Card to Get a Store Discount?
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Oct 08, 2010 - This reader wants to know if applying for a credit card to get a store discount is a good idea. The answer? That depends. There are 3 reasons you shouldn't apply for store credit cards - and 3 you should.
My 10 Dumbest Money Moves – And How You Can Avoid Them
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Oct 08, 2010 - Most of what I've learned about money I didn't learn in books, or by being a CPA, stock broker, or financial reporter. I learned it the hard way - by making stupid decisions and missing major opportunities. Here are mistakes I've made and you should avoid.
