Top Articles for Personal Finance

MAR 1, 2022 - Tax season can be a stressful time for many people, and while there are many tax preparation services that can help you…

APR 13, 2021 - Among reward credit card users, it can be controversial question: Are cash back rewards better than airline miles? And like any so…

MAY 20, 2021 - It doesn’t matter if you are asking someone out on a date, looking for a job or applying for a credit card…

AUG 30, 2018 - Over the last ten years, Apple has popularized the phrase, “There’s an app for that.” It resonates because of the over 2…

AUG 15, 2018 - Nearly half of consumers say they’ve never received education on credit cards. The average consumer with credit card debt is carrying more…

OCT 18, 2021 - Members of the military have a great number of financial considerations. For this guide, though, we’re zeroing in on credit cards. Whether…

JUL 28, 2021 - Applying for a credit card can be a little bit mysterious. First, you are asked to supply all sorts of information about…

MAR 31, 2021 - Whether you’re applying for a loan or credit card, renting an apartment or looking for a new job, it pays to have…

MAR 16, 2022 - The Federal Reserve has signaled that it may raise interest rates. Sound like boring economic jargon? If you’ve got credit card debt…

MAR 16, 2021 - If you’re a responsible credit card user, it makes sense to use your plastic as often as possible. Not only do you…

OCT 22, 2019 - Do you know what your credit score is right now? For many of us the answer is “no.” It’s all too easy…

APR 13, 2021 - These days there are many different kinds of credit cards to choose from. Having multiple credit cards is tempting, from earning rewards…

JAN 24, 2018 - With major data breaches now practically the norm, you may be wondering how to protect yourself and your credit. One solution that…

JUL 26, 2021 - American Express has always charted a different path than its competitors. And recently, it introduced a feature called Pay It Plan It^®…

JUN 3, 2021 - Finding the right credit card can be a difficult task for most. However, for anyone that has a limited credit history, the…

JUN 3, 2021 - This July, the Discover Card announced that it would offer a to alert cardmembers to potentially fraudulent use of their Social Security…

AUG 2, 2018 - Americans rely on their credit histories to prove to lenders that they will repay a loan. In turn, lenders often depend on…

FEB 23, 2021 - In the aftermath of a natural disaster, your credit card can be a source of relief or stress. On the one hand…

JUN 25, 2021 - Credit card fraud occurs when someone gets ahold of your credit account information without your knowledge. This person may use your card…

JUN 17, 2021 - When many people look at their finances, they see a complicated mess. Old savings accounts from college, credit cards that haven’t been…

MAR 11, 2021 - Credit cards offer a slew of benefits to consumers - extended warranties, rental car insurance and fraud protection. They’re a potent tool…

APR 20, 2021 - There’s a never-ending discussion happening about the pros and cons of using credit cards for daily purchases or to manage your spending…

JUL 14, 2017 - Pound per pound, you credit card might be the most valuable travel tool ever created. Not only will a credit card offer…

JUN 10, 2021 - When you visit your doctor for an annual physical, they’ll ask if you’re eating well, exercising, and getting your regular check-ups. Those…

JAN 2, 2020 - Americans are required to pay taxes to support the functions of the government. For tax year 2015, the average American household paid…

DEC 10, 2022 - According to a survey by TransUnion, more than half of Americans plan to use their credit cards during the holiday shopping season…

JUN 3, 2021 - Are you a person that likes to shop around for the best deal? It's great to feel like you've saved money, but…

FEB 4, 2021 - Across the country, millions of people make New Year’s Resolutions each year. Most of them won’t even make it until the end…

MAR 25, 2021 - How many times have you rented a car and the agent has asked you if you would like to accept their collision…

MAR 23, 2021 - Credit cards are a great tool to have. But they are only effective when you use them properly. But the right use…

DEC 7, 2022 - Good credit card habits can mean the difference between getting ahead and building a good history of credit or falling behind in…

DEC 7, 2022 - How many of us have overspent during the holidays? Pretty much everyone busts their budget during this time of year. There’s so…

MAR 2, 2022 - As a business owner, you want to capitalize on every aspect of your business, with a major focus on your bottom line…

MAR 9, 2021 - It’s getting hard to keep track of the number of businesses that have had their customer information hacked over the past couple…

DEC 7, 2022 - Saving money around the holidays seems like a mission doomed to fail. With the sights of Santa and the lure of shopping…

SEP 6, 2022 - Despite what some financial gurus would expect you to believe, credit cards are not inherently bad. Credit Cards can help you earn…