The Best Airline Rewards Credit Cards

It’s our last week of vacation and we’ll be heading home this weekend ... updated so you can bookmark it and check back in the future. Airline Rewards Credit Cards Gold ... credit cards! I’m a big fan of frequent flier miles. We used miles for our honeymoon to Hawaii [more...]

Date: 2008-07-18 13:29:37

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How to Repair Your Credit with Credit Cards

Very few people live their entire lives without inflicting any damage upon their credit scores. Whether it be high balances on credit cards, bankruptcy, collections issues or financing troubles, credit problems affect the best of us and are difficult to repair. Fortunately [more...]

Date: 2008-11-26 04:50:00

President Obama, for better or for worse.

By Ted Belman It is well known that I did my best to make the case against Barack Hussein Obama. To no avail ... coming from untraceable overseas donors via pre-paid credit cards and even stolen credit card ... nail on the Obama campaign coffin with Obama’s Credit Card Scheme Gets Noticed on October 27th [more...]

Date: 2008-11-07 19:51:49

Like a Drug: Suze Orman on Credit Cards

I recently participated in a conference call with Suze Orman, who is working to promote Best Life Week ... her about maintaining motivation and sticking to goals. She answered with how to avoid credit cards ... and to stop using credit cards, but it’s another thing to actually maintain the dedication for the days [more...]

Date: 2009-01-06 13:00:49

The Power of Keywords in a PPC Campaign

by Brian Basch The Secret to a Good PPC Campaign is choosing the best group of keywords ... credit report” or “credit card offers” There are lots of others, when you start to scratch ... credit”. Add an extension, such as .org, .net, or .com to the end of the search term, or consider [more...]

Date: 2008-10-14 19:50:52

Who Wants To Win A Macbook Air?

My friend Shoemoney is holding a viral Twitter contest to give away two Flip Mino HD digital camcorders and maybe a Macbook Air ... Was Brought To You By Best Credit Card Offers Get up to $250 or even FREE round-trip plane tickets by signing up for hot credit card offers and bank deals! [more...]

Date: 2009-01-16 21:38:46

It’s Payback Time

From the Pioneer Press’ Inver Grove Heights Police Calls: I always heard old people drive tanks, but here’s the proof: Hit-and-run accident: ... for the damage. I guess I should think twice before confronting someone over line jumping: Theft of credit card: A shopper at Best Buy, 1350 50th St. E., called police at 9:45 a.m. Dec. 23 to report a [more...]

Date: 2009-01-16 17:04:42

Keywords That Will Power Your PPC Campaign

by Brian Basch The Secret to a Good PPC Campaign is choosing the best group of keywords ... when they are looking for these goods and services. They might type “free credit report” or “credit card offers” ... credit” may be attempting to find out ways to get a credit report, ways to improve personal credit [more...]

Date: 2008-09-30 13:17:55

Blogging Inspiration

Who was the person inspired you to blog? I would say my son. He is the best thing that ever happened to me ... . In speaking of annual fee, I think all credit cards were the same but with rewards and cash backs only few ... on Mitch Asks? Don't forget to visit Smart Credit Choices site which talks about a credit card jd [more...]

Date: 2008-11-24 19:24:39

I’ve Become a Victim of the Credit Crunch

I already knew the credit card companies considered me a deadbeat, but I didn’t think I was that bad.  Sheesh ... : I love this card!! Their customer service is the absolute best.  THE BEST I TELL YA!  This speaks volumes because I expect superior customer service wherever I choose to spend my money. This is also [more...]

Date: 2009-01-08 11:12:43

Compare Credit Cards for Best Deals

Now is not the time to be spending unnecessary money; ... and what that means not only to our cash flow but our credit report. Further, the fees that we wind up paying ... possible for us to shave money off of payments including lowering the interest rate on our mortgage through [more...]

Date: 2009-01-09 04:07:57

Will carrying a credit card balance through month end hurt your credit score

As I vaguely mentioned in my $100,000 by Age 30 year end recap post my wife and I are starting to save for a house we want to build down the road ( ... and research. One thing that I want to start preparing for is upping my credit score to get it as high as possible to make sure that I would qualify for the best rates. My credit score is not bad [more...]

Date: 2009-01-16 06:00:12

2008 Debt

Our homeowners insurance company decided to cover all our expenses for the new A/C unit at our house ... that I hope to get this weekend, best news of all NO CREDIT CARDS! All paid with CASH! Click ... I have some bad news to report, the balance on the CITI Premier Pass card is up this month. The current [more...]

Date: 2008-12-31 06:27:58

What One Top Ten Identity Theft State is Doing About It

Consumers are not the only ones concerned about and taking steps to protect against identity theft ... security number, using services to stop junk mail and risky credit card applications ... are looking out for your best interest, especially when it comes to identity theft. Texas [more...]

Date: 2008-12-20 12:30:47

THE FINTAG NEWSLETTER @ 28 November 2008

Coins FINTAG COMMENT Money. It is becoming clearer. Bush's ill fated US Patriot Act is a major cause for the current credit crunch. I arrived back from the land of the depressed to find a pile of mail on my doormat. Apart from the usual invites to the best parties, there were a couple of credit card applications. Quite simple [more...]

Date: 2008-11-28 09:04:53

When It's Time to Wave the White Flag and File Bankruptcy

Sometimes, despite our best intentions to pay back our debts, our individual circumstances make it an impossible task ... just the minimum payment on your credit cards each month? Do you often skip bill payments in order ... ? Are you frequently using credit cards to pay for living expenses (rent, mortgage, electric, groceries, etc [more...]

Date: 2009-01-08 02:07:50

A Letter from Twenty Years into the Future

One of the nice things about maintaining a blog is that it creates sort of an online journal to track the major milestones in your life ... s see how you did. I’m So Glad You Became Debt Free Next to marrying your soul mate and having kids, this might be the best thing you ever did! You’ve been living credit card and student loan debt free [more...]

Date: 2008-06-16 19:48:37

3% Cash Back from Costco - Amex True Earnings Credit Card

#fullpost{display:inline;} ... one less card to carry. And the best part is that it has no annual fee with a paid Costco ... purchases have not been returned or otherwise rescinded, and are not subject to a credit; it does [more...]

Date: 2008-08-14 01:14:00

Credit Karma, Career Advice and A Huge Island of Trash @ The Roundup

What Happened This Week? The Alpha Consumer blog announced a challenge asking bloggers to describe their best ideas for a cheap but effective (!) ... to my post on free credit scores by telling us all about Credit Karma! Money Smart Life: Henry confesses to being a credit card expert with a secret. Gen X Finance reminds us that market conditions [more...]

Date: 2008-07-21 00:49:15

Barbara Walters To Interview the Obamas

» read full story Latest News [ ... Walters To Interview the Obamas According to the Hollywood Reporter, Barbara Walters has managed to score ... , what is the best way to show that you don’t care? Another credit card, of course. Sony and Visa [more...]

Date: 2008-11-25 22:47:00

Suze Orman's Financial Advice For Wise Bread Readers

By Will Chen Suze Orman is one of my favorite personal finance advisors. No one can kick my butt into gear like Suze ... it? (Jump to question) Best behavioral tips or tools for eliminating credit card debt? (Jump [more...]

Date: 2008-12-16 22:32:13

September's Best of FIRE Finance - 2008

... from Wells FargoBest Gas Credit Cards (Popular)myFiCO Credit Score Watch - 30 Days FREE Trial Promotion$100 ... 2008. Check out the Top 100 Personal Finance Blogs - Ranked By Traffic. PF Articles Popular [more...]

Date: 2008-10-06 16:23:53

Sunday Review #52 - From Eating on $1 A Day to Teaching Kids about Saving Money

#fullpost{display:inline;} ... list of 10 Big-Ticket Clutter Items to Sell for Instant Cash.Saving Money: Here is an nice article ... DirectGas Credit Card - Discover Open RoadWorld's Largest Ice Santa ClausNovember's Best of FIRE Finance [more...]

Date: 2008-12-29 04:59:00

Good, Better, Best...Never Let it Rest

Hey y’all! Happy New Year and all that jazz! I hope everyone had a safe and great New Year’s Eve and Day ... life Cs in English on my report card. Now if you don’t know, a 4 is what you usually need to receive college credit. Best score is a 5.Needless to say my confidence was shook. I pressed on. I worked [more...]

Date: 2009-01-02 16:55:00

Best Buy Update: Terrible Customer Service

Here's a followup to the Best Buy fiasco yesterday. On my lunch break, I called the Best Buy store in Bangor Maine (where the transaction occured) ... , I have to go into the store to resolve this dispute. That's right, people. I paid Best Buy to mess ... I have to? Definitely not. But this doesn't end here.  I'm going to contact my credit card company [more...]

Date: 2008-12-08 18:01:24

Mommy Auctions New and Used Baby Clothes Discount Children Clothing Baby Kids Consignment Affordable Maternity Clothing Boys sz 6 TCP Tropical Print Camp Shirt EUC Auction ID 225998

Even worse, trans fats lower high-density lipoproteins (HDLs, the good cholesterol), which is needed to help the body eliminate LDLs ... up unwanted calories. The best way of getting rid of paying mortgage insurance if you choose to pay ... , or say, but what we do that really matters. Therefore, if a credit card company can supply students [more...]

Date: 2009-01-17 00:35:18

News and Blogs: Friday, November 14, 2008

America’s 20 Best Health Plans. Unsurprisingly, my plan is not on this list from MSN and US News & World Report ... higher interest rates on consumer credit cards. For the “News and Blogs” features, which I plan ... . I should take advantage of my Aetna plan more by visiting a doctor for a check-up once in a while [more...]

Date: 2008-11-14 18:30:08

Important Advice - Review Of Best Handbag Wholesale

Profile - Base Location: Unknown // USA - Registration Fee: None - Minimum Order: None - Payment Options: Credit Cards - Shipping Options: UPS ( ... company information (like the specific base location), but I haven’t found any scam reports [more...]

Date: 2009-01-15 16:05:36

Wallets - Ducti Undercover Wallet Glow

If you are wanting the best gift for someone close or just want to get something special for yourself, ... to report that no one recognised us. Keep it Together. View Current Specials Wallets - Ducti Undercover ... all those up to the limit credit cards you have plus a flip out ID cover that will be the envy [more...]

Date: 2009-01-16 16:43:07

The Best Audience Ever

Farai Chideya Geoffrey Bennett, NPR You guys are the best audience ever ... in the bank; sometimes I've run myself into credit card debt when a check didn't come. In other [more...]

Date: 2009-01-16 21:15:36

New MiFi Means More Internet for More Users In More Places

At ShowStoppers last week in Las Vegas one of the best products I saw was the new Novatel Wireless MiFi. It lets you set up an instant WiFi hotspot for up to five users. Think Cradlepoint but the size of a credit card. It's small, light and a perfect way to make Truphone calls over 3G from an iPhone [more...]

Date: 2009-01-13 13:55:29

Paul Blart: Mall Cop (2009)

View the Trailer & Kevin James Interview ... . When he isn't writing reports about how to best ease the shopper foot traffic from Macy's to the specialty ... of criminals all eager to secure the credit card [more...]

Date: 2009-01-16 21:48:56

The economy

CNN By Stephen Gandel and Paul J. Lim Last Updated: October 9, 2008: 12: ... with easy credit, snapped up properties as if they were playing Monopoly. As prices soared, buyers ... their highest ratings on the “best” of this debt. This house of cards came down when subprime [more...]

Date: 2008-10-11 18:40:36

How 20 designers charge their clients - part 1

I asked some of my graphic design contacts three questions about their financial practices: How do you charge clients? ... credit cards or PayPal, as I might get one or two requests a year. Most of my clients pay by bank [more...]

Date: 2008-11-11 23:42:56

Which Personal-Finance Magazine is Best?

Beth wrote recently looking for help: I’m a public library worker, and my library needs personal finance advice! ... plastic (July 2008), a story about families who don’t use credit cards. (By Donna Rosato [more...]

Date: 2008-09-22 12:00:04

The best censored Chuck Lorre vanity card yet!!

So you know that Chuck Lorre, the co-creator of "Two and a Half Men" and "Big Bang Theory," has been flashing hilarious messages in small print during the two seconds allotted to him in each episode's closing credits. That he's... [more...]

Date: 2009-01-16 16:43:48

Last Week's Best Posts

Kick off your Lifehacker Monday by making sure you didn't miss any of the biggest posts from last week: ... Are Falling Online, But Catches Still Abound "The credit crunch might be doing nasty things ... Score Card, which shows what responses have been received from various politicians on Internet [more...]

Date: 2008-12-21 21:58:26

Useful Tips When Choosing Credit Cards

Chances are you have received your share of “pre-approved” credit card offers in the mail, some with low introductory rates and other perks ... that require no application. Annual Percentage Rate: The APR is a measure of the cost of credit ... , shop around to get the best deal. Credit Card Terms: A credit card is a form of borrowing that often [more...]

Date: 2008-12-29 08:11:57

A Glimpse at Future Credit Card Statements

Every Tuesday, Smithee presents an article about his own experiences with credit cards and observations about the credit card industry ... Suspended for Merchant Database Breach: ...Consumer Reports: Best and Worst Credit Card Issuers ... . Back in mid-December we told you about some of the changes that would soon be enforced on credit [more...]

Date: 2009-01-13 13:02:01

Best Prepaid Credit Card – What To Look For

September 27, 2009 | By Dan Moskel In Finance | by Dan MoskelYou may have heard of these and asked, “why are they called credit cards if you receive no credit?” To answer that question and many others, let’s look at them in detail.Nearly all of the major issuers offer these. The concept is very simple. Once you are approved, and nearly everybody regardless of their history is, you get a card in the mail. It looks identical to a regular one typically with a Visa or MasterCard logo. [more...]

Date: 2009-09-27 18:13:10

Best 0% APR Credit Cards

Gone are the days when you couldn’t walk to your mail box without a credit card offering 0% on balance transfers or 0% on purchases hitting you in ... for it. There is absolutely no reason why anyone should pay an annual fee to use a credit card, unless it offers ... the face. With the recent credit crisis and all the bank failures, credit card issuers [more...]

Date: 2009-01-15 12:09:25

Is It Better To Have A Mastercard?

by Will Smith In these current times despite a poor credit history it is still feasible for someone to get a credit card from the mass that ... unfortunate people with a poor credit score can see straight away which credit card companies will issue ... currently flood the market. The primary two credit card suppliers normally best to approach first [more...]

Date: 2009-01-16 18:28:18

Emily’s List: Model behavior edition

Today is the birthday of English supermodel Kate Moss, Hungarian model Michelle Wild and British fashion model Lauren McAvoy ... -up of the best credit card-related blog posts. Celebs love credit cards too 1. Get Rich Slowly finally took the time to read his 63-page credit card agreement and found something he wasn't expecting. Models [more...]

Date: 2009-01-16 14:30:59

Finance Fiesta #7: Mamma Mia Edition

Welcome one and all to the 7th Edition of the Finance Fiesta!  This is the first carnival I have ever hosted, so hope it’s a good one for you ... she knows best.  I give these posts the thumbs up as the best of the week. Mr. Credit Card from Ask Mr Credit Card answers a question from a reader “A Collections Company Sold my Debt After it was paid [more...]

Date: 2008-07-17 13:00:20

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