How prepaid debit cards can help keep you on budget and in control of your finances They’re the kind of stories that make people shake their heads in disbelief. Layered with no small amount of schadenfreude, these are the tales of talented athletes whose prowess on the field and court earn them both adulation from… Continue reading Money Management Made Easy Using Prepaid Debit Cards
Author: Chris Warren
Death, Taxes and Lost or Stolen Debit Cards
Sadly, losing or having your debit card stolen is commonplace these days. Here’s what to do if it happens The stories come out with the consistency of quarterly earnings reports. From Barnes & Noble to HSBC Bank to Zappos, thieves eager to get their hands on customer data are consistently, and successfully, targeting large companies.… Continue reading Death, Taxes and Lost or Stolen Debit Cards
Three Alternatives to Traditional Credit Cards
Long gone are the days when credit cards were the only choice for people in need of plastic. Here are some other options Imagine walking into a restaurant and being told that a menu is not needed because there’s only one dish being served. From time to time that happens – set price, or prix… Continue reading Three Alternatives to Traditional Credit Cards
Extra Credit – Credit Scores: Are There Rewards for Responsible Repayment?
True, it’s just a number, but maintaining a good credit score is key to getting the best rates for your mortgage and car loans We all have numbers that, for better or worse, define us. Age is an obvious numerical marker, but so too are the ones that your doctor hectors you about – weight,… Continue reading Extra Credit – Credit Scores: Are There Rewards for Responsible Repayment?
Rewards Season: Prepaid Debit Card Benefits to Look For
No, it’s not the Oscars and there won’t be any tedious speeches. But prepaid cards do offer ways to get awards There’s no official name or diagnosis, but most of us know someone who suffers (or benefits) from a condition perhaps best called frequent flyer-itis. You know the type: they’re the ones whose wanderlust is… Continue reading Rewards Season: Prepaid Debit Card Benefits to Look For
Pros and Cons of Prepaid Debit Cards
Don’t believe the hype about prepaid cards. But don’t believe the doomsayers, either We live in a world of incessant hyperbole. The latest version of the iPhone? Best invention ever. The current members of Congress? The most corrupt and feckless in history. And let’s face it, advertising and promotion is based largely on inflated claims… Continue reading Pros and Cons of Prepaid Debit Cards