New Stats on How College Students See Credit
February 6, 2013, by Jon Dell
76% of college students have no idea what happens if they make a late payment on their credit cards. This, along with new revelations, paints dire picture.
Americans’ Net Worth Drops 40%
June 12, 2012, by Antonio Bard
Looking for a bit of good news? Might want to wait until next week as new report reveals our net worth drops 40% the past three years and even more reports expected this week with news that will likely be less than ideal.
Indentured Servants to America’s Banks?
March 27, 2012, by Antonio Bard
Is another financial crisis brewing? If it is, instead of it being the mortgage sector that brings an entire economy to its proverbial knees, it’s more likely the student loan arena that will wreak havoc.
Why Your 401(k) Isn’t the Solution for Credit Card Debt
October 4, 2011, by Antonio Bard
Thinking your retirement fund will save your finances? You may be digging a much deeper hole by that taking that route. Here are a few reasons why, along with ideas on other options for eliminating your credit card debt.
Parting Ways? Split the Credit Card Debt
September 20, 2011, by Antonio Bard
Sometimes, holy matrimony can feel more like a holy terror. In our modern society, our marriages are just as apt to fall apart as they are to stay intact. Unfortunately, divorcing your joint debt might be harder than divorcing your spouse.
Long Term Effects of How You Spend Your Tax Refund
April 21, 2011, by Antonio Bard
Already spent that tax refund ten times in your mind? Before you load that online shopping cart, we have a few ideas you might want to consider.
A Look Back at the History of the Credit Card
March 1, 2011, by Evita Page
Ever wondered how credit became the currency of choice? Credit cards weren’t always around and the convenience and freedoms associated with them weren’t either. In fact, it’s only been the past four decades that credit cards became a feasible option for many.
35% of FICO Score Makes Your Payment History
February 9, 2011, by Beth May
There are five total components which will be used to calculate the viability of being approved for a line of credit. These five are: outstanding balances, the length of your history of credit, etc…