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
Debit Cards and Rewards
The demise of debit card rewards program have been greatly – well, make that slightly – exaggerated The government’s response to the financial meltdown in 2008 was years in the making and an extremely controversial piece of legislation that passed on a strictly party line vote. One component of the sweeping Dodd-Frank Act, which President… Continue reading Debit Cards and Rewards
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?
Experian Reporting Rental Payments on Credit Reports
In times past, the only time rental history would show up on a credit report was when a property management company would turn it over for collections. But in December 2010, that all changed when Experian became the first credit bureau reporting rental payments on consumer credit reports. Not only is this is great news… Continue reading Experian Reporting Rental Payments on Credit Reports