Updated daily, a comprehensive list of 0% intro rates on purchases and balance transfers, plus the lowest and average regular APRs on leading credit cards. Compare and apply. Credit Card Rates, Nationwide Averages Category Average … [Read more...]
What’s the Difference? Market, Limit, and Other Stock Market Orders
August 31, 2012 by
You don’t have to be a math whiz – or a millionaire – to invest in the stock market. In fact, the sooner you get comfortable buying and selling stock (and start investing in some solid companies), the better you can leverage stocks in your … [Read more...]
Q&A: Can I Fix Old Unpaid Or Charged Off Accounts On My Credit Report?
August 27, 2012 by
Q. I recently checked my credit reports and learned that they were reporting an old credit card as unpaid. Years ago, this account was charged of and had gone into collections. I eventually paid it off. I disputed this information with the credit … [Read more...]
American Express Pass Card Review
August 25, 2012 by
Do you want your allowance in paper or plastic? American Express just released the PASS Card from American Express, a prepaid reloadable debit card for teens that aims to simplify how parents and teens manage money…without the need for the teen … [Read more...]
When Do You Need To Buy Life Insurance?
August 22, 2012 by
Today, across the Web, hundreds of bloggers are talking about the importance of life insurance. By taking part of this “movement”, we can help raise awareness about this often overlooked piece of financial planning in a way that transcends the … [Read more...]
Q&A: Should I Buy A Second ‘Commuter’ Car With Better MPG For My Long Daily Drive?
August 21, 2012 by
Q: I just bought a brand-new pickup truck last year when my commute was only about three miles. I chose the truck because I've always preferred to drive a truck, but also to tow some toys and do dump runs. I'd really like to [keep] the truck, but now … [Read more...]
The Only 9 Resume Tips You’ll Ever Need
August 16, 2012 by
To land your dream gig in today's cutthroat job market, you'll need a resume that blows hiring managers out of their chairs. To help, I scoured the Web for nine tips that will help you rock rewriting your resume. 1. Sell Your Achievements. What's … [Read more...]
3 Secrets To Successful Habit Change
August 15, 2012 by
During more than six years blogging about money, I have become increasingly interested in learning more about what role habits -- both good and bad -- play in financial success. Additionally: Where do our habits come from? Why are bad habits so … [Read more...]
So, You Want a Mortgage? What You’ll Need to Get Approved Fast
August 15, 2012 by
There’s no question, it’s a good time to get a mortgage. Average rates on 30-year fixed-rate loans are around or under 3.5 percent, according to BankRate.com. Although a couple years ago when 30-year mortgage rates were around 4 or 5 percent, … [Read more...]
