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Secured Credit Cards Harder to Get

bethpinsker — Mon, 04 May 2009 11:50:15 GMT

Secured Credit Cards Harder to Get

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filed under: Banking, Checking Account, Credit, Credit Cards, Credit Reports, Credit Score, Debt, Loans, Recession, Savings Account

If you're someone who needs to establish or rebuild your credit, you're probably in the market for a secured credit card, backed by your own funds rather than a bank's. But offers for such cards are plummeting as banks shy away from taking on more risky debt. So how can you get a secured card if you really need one? Read on to learn some helpful strategies.

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34 Million Pay Their Credit-Card Bills Late

toddpruzan — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 18:25:32 GMT

34 Million Pay Their Credit-Card Bills Late

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filed under: Banking, Credit, Credit Cards, Credit Reports, Credit Score, Debt, Beat Debt, Recalls, Recession, Savings Account

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Nearly 34 million Americans admit they've been late making credit card payments, and about 18 million people say they've missed payments entirely. That's hardly surprising, given how many Americans are struggling these days. Are you? Here's what to do about your debt.

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Countrywide By Any Other Name Is Still...

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 19:59:33 GMT

Countrywide By Any Other Name Is Still...

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The ailing Countrywide, rescued by Bank of America, is now to be known as Bank of America Home Loans. But is that really any better in terms of branding, as BofA doesn't have the best reputation now either. What would you call it?

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Cash Vanishes from Small-Biz Accounts

andreachalupa — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 20:36:25 GMT

Cash Vanishes from Small-Biz Accounts

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filed under: Banking, Checking Account, Credit, Credit Cards, Credit Reports, Credit Score, Debt, Loans, Recession, Savings Account

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Small-business owners and entrepreneurs are fuming as credit-card processors, desperate to turn the tide of red ink and avoid their own bankruptcies, have begun demanding cash reservers from their customers -- and, in some cases, seizing cash from their cardholders' bank accounts. For a small business, the effects of such actions could be dire, even fatal. Read on to learn about a new threat to small business.

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13 Things You Should Never Skimp On

andreachalupa — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 22:19:15 GMT

13 Things You Should Never Skimp On

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In today's tough times, everyone is looking for ways to cut back and spend less. As you try to decide where you can cut costs, be careful not to trim in the wrong places. The Dolans share 13 things you should never skimp on and then show you how to save in other ways.

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Banks Offer Big Perks to Lure New Savers

bethpinsker — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 18:03:25 GMT

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Banks Offer Big Perks to Lure New Savers

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Skittish consumers are finally saving more money -- and now the banks are trying all sorts of gimmicks to get their hands on it, including offering some pretty nice upfront perks.

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10 Tax-Time Tips for Your Peace of Mind

toddpruzan — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 21:18:31 GMT

10 Tax-Time Tips for Your Peace of Mind

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filed under: Credit, Credit Cards, Credit Reports, Credit Score, Debt, Savings Account, Taxes, Tax Advice, Tax Basics

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April 15 doesn't have to be a day of dread. Think of it as a chance to get your finances in order, addressing credit-report problems, building an account to cushion unexpected expenses, setting savings goals -- and even allowing yourself a little fun. Read on for more details about how to grant yourself greater financial tranquility.

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Don't Trust Offers That Seem Too Good

bethpinsker — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 18:43:00 GMT

Don't Trust Offers That Seem Too Good

posted: 104 DAYS 8 HOURS AGO

filed under: Banking, Credit, Get Deals, Fraud, Savings Account

A WalletPop reader turns to financial experts Ken and Daria Dolan to ask about bank offers that seem too good to be true. The Dolans are wary! See their advice below on how to look before you leap.

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Compound Gains, Not Losses

Mon, 23 Feb 2009 22:13:01 GMT

Compound Gains, Not Losses

posted: 129 DAYS 5 HOURS AGO

Market sell-offs are bad enough. By fixing these common investing mistakes, you'll make sure difficult times aren't made worse.

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Money 101: Saving for College

Mon, 23 Feb 2009 22:09:26 GMT

Money 101: Saving for College

posted: 129 DAYS 5 HOURS AGO

Even modest savings can pack a punch if you give them enough time to grow. Investing just $100 a month for 18 years will yield $48,000, assuming an 8% average annual return. Here are more tips on how to grow your savings for college.

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