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The Death of Free Debit Cards and Checking Accounts?
Tweet Share on Facebook October 7, 2011 Comment (9)Two recent developments in the world of finance may be related. Last week, Bank of America announced it would begin charging customers $5 a month to use its debit card. This week, the Occupy Wall Street protest has intensified as it spreads across the country. While the protest is about a lot more than a $5 fee, at its core is a resentment of big corporations that are seen as profiting at the expense of the rest of us. But perhaps the protesters should occupy Capital Hill, not Wall Street.
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What You Can Learn From Celebrity Financial Woes
Tweet Share on Facebook October 6, 2011 CommentIt may seem like a stretch to compare the money habits of an A-Lister to the average American, especially when those woes translate into financial fiascoes stripped across magazine covers. But there’s something can be learned from celebrity money woes—even for the average Joe.
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Are You Throwing Away Money By Renting?
Tweet Share on Facebook October 5, 2011 CommentFor some people, renting—for at least awhile—is a wise financial decision. We generally buy property in hopes that we will be better off financially down the road than if we did not buy property. For some, buying real estate may put them in a more precarious position than if they remained a renter.
If you find yourself in any of the following scenarios, you may be someone who is better off as a renter than a homeowner.
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5 Reasons You Should Buy a Small House
Tweet Share on Facebook October 4, 2011 Comment (12)If you're currently shopping for a home, you've probably walked through your fair share of McMansions. Due to the recession, these opulent homes took a hit, and you can purchase many of them for rock-bottom prices. But even though large homes have become more affordable, should you even consider buying one? Do you really want to live in a home that's 2,500 square feet or larger?
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6 Common Credit Card Pitfalls to Avoid
Tweet Share on Facebook October 3, 2011 Comment (1)You don’t have to be a frequent credit card user to make a costly credit card mistake. Credit cards can offer the ultimate in convenience when you’re traveling, shopping online, or just trying to balance your budget. However, a few slip-ups here and there could set up you up for credit problems in the long term. High fees, a drop in your credit score, and extra charges that you didn’t realize you authorized could have you stuck with a serious credit dilemma in a few short months. Fortunately, many common credit card mistakes are preventable.
Here are six common credit card pitfalls to avoid:
