What You Need to Know About Student Loans
September 18, 2012, by Evita Page
Student loans are in the crosshairs and the economy continues to struggle. Here’s the latest and what you need to know, especially if you’re a college student or the parent of one.
What is Arbitration?
May 24, 2012, by Antonio Bard
Any idea what an arbitration clause is? It’s important to know because it affects your rights as a consumer and if you have a credit card, mobile phone or any other goods or service that requires a contract, arbitration could be your only legal recourse.
4 Bad Choices the Financial Sector Hopes You Make
May 22, 2012, by Antonio Bard
We’ve all been taught the importance of paying bills on time and why we should avoid payday loans. The financial sector as a whole is hoping you’ll make those mistakes often – it improves their bottom lines.
6 Tips For Handling Student Loan, Credit Card Debt
May 10, 2012, by Evita Page
It’s a tough reality for graduating college students as they’re leaving with both credit card debt and overwhelming student loans. Here are six things you can do right now to offset the burden.
Surprising Financial Shifts
March 20, 2012, by Jon Dell
Going off the grid, accepting cash payments from your mortgage lender or bank to abandon your home before it goes into foreclosure are just two ways the financial horizon has shifted.
Handling Your Late Credit Card Payments
December 27, 2011, by Jon Dell
Missed a credit card payment? It’s not the end of the world, but you have golden opportunities to work with your card company.
Declined: Fraud, Late Payments and Lowered Credit Lines
November 10, 2011, by Antonio Bard
There are many reasons your credit card may be declined. Here are a few of the more common reasons along with solutions for getting your credit power running smooth again.
American Express Profits Up: Here’s Why
October 20, 2011, by Antonio Bard
What’s American Express doing that its competitors aren’t? Its multi-pronged approach is ensuring double digit profits, including 14% for the 3rd quarter.
