BUSINESS

02/20/2010

Despite credit card protections that kick in Monday, consumers must still be wary
The second phase – and indeed, the heart – of a landmark law overhauling practices in the credit card industry gives consumers more protection against sudden increases in annual percentage rates and shields young people from aggressive marketing practices by credit card companies.

02/15/2010

Pamela Yip: ID fraud is up, but consumers are fighting back
The bad news is that identity fraud reached a new high in 2009.

02/06/2010

Don't bet your job on office sports pools
How many of you are in an office pool for Sunday's Super Bowl?

01/30/2010

Proposal for automatic IRAs is a good step to boost Americans' retirement savings
President Barack Obama's proposal to make it easier to save for retirement is a good, necessary first step.

01/23/2010

How to avoid Web scams that take advantage of Haiti tragedy
The photographs coming out of earthquake- ravaged Haiti are heartbreaking.

01/16/2010

Lesson long overdue for those paying only minimum on credit cards

01/09/2010

IRS keeping a closer eye on people paid to prepare income tax returns
If you're like many Americans, you will probably pay someone to prepare your 2009 federal income taxes.

01/02/2010

Applying for college aid is easier than ever
These days, families need all the help they can get paying for their children's college education.

12/26/2009

Credit card notices are worth reading
Credit card companies are starting to send out notices to their customers on how new credit card rules will affect them.

12/21/2009

Credit card interest cap likely headed for a noble death
An effort by two members of Congress to cap credit card interest rates at 16 percent certainly has the right intent.

12/14/2009

Avoiding hidden charges on 'free' trial offers can be a trial itself

12/05/2009

Layaway makes a comeback for the holidays
Many consumers are trying to do their holiday shopping this year without using a credit card. Good move.

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