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Your best defence against making credit card mistakes is knowledge, and understanding some of the most common myths and misconceptions about credit cards can help you know what you need to manage the plastic in your wallet.

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Guide: How to Pick the Right Credit Card
April 4, 2008 – 9:11 am | One Comment

The process of getting a new credit card is similar to shopping for a new pair of shoes; the best choice is going to vary widely from person to person, depending on factors such as …

Deposit Insurance: Recession-proof your savings
April 3, 2008 – 8:01 am | 4 Comments

If you’ve been following the news on the recession then you’ve probably noticed that economists have stopped arguing about when a recession might occur. Now their heated discussions are centered on when it actually started, …

On a Slippery Slope: Robbing Peter to Pay Paul?
April 2, 2008 – 6:40 am | 5 Comments

The other day, I was sifting through my junk mail. I was so bored that I actually read some of the special offers headed my way. Alongside the opportunities to buy limited-edition collectible plates featuring …

The College Student’s Guide to Credit Cards
April 1, 2008 – 2:12 pm | 2 Comments

I personally think there should be a Banking 101 course offered in high school these days. The sad reality is that kids aren’t getting the financial education they need in order to make informed decisions. …

An Introduction to Business Credit Cards
March 31, 2008 – 10:02 pm | No Comment

Have you ever wondered what the difference is between a credit card aimed at business owners and a regular credit card?  Perhaps you own a small business or your own company and are interested in …

Credit cards on your keyring?
March 30, 2008 – 2:43 pm | 3 Comments

In a world where everyone is paranoid about getting their personal financial information stolen it would seem like an absurd idea for a credit card company to offer mini cards to attach to the one …

How to Talk to Creditors
March 29, 2008 – 1:33 am | 4 Comments

At one time or another you’re probably going to have to talk to your creditors. Even if you’re a stellar cardholder, there will come a time when you have a question or want to …

How to survive the coming Recession
March 28, 2008 – 8:01 am | 9 Comments

Hope for the Best but Plan for the Worst
Many have felt the grips of what looks to be an economic recession in the making. Gas prices are skyrocketing, the housing market is falling, and the …

Why raise your Fico score?
March 22, 2008 – 12:30 pm | 3 Comments

Your Fico score, in a nutshell, determines your attractiveness as a borrower. The higher your Fico score is, the harder lenders will work to get your business. Likewise, the lower your Fico score, the harder …

How not to overspend on a Credit Card
March 21, 2008 – 2:34 am | 2 Comments

This is a guest post from Living Almost Large – check out her blog now!
As I drew up a complete budget, I’ve tracked my spending for 2007, detailed all money spent on a CC or …

PF Bloggers Link round-up: Check it out!
March 20, 2008 – 6:40 am | No Comment

Seb over at Pinching copper has an interesting piece on the impossbility of a basic standard of living on minimum wages
Kevin from No Debt Plan has a great entry on ‘Green Home’ resources
Wide Open Wallet …

Where did all the Credit card offers go?
March 19, 2008 – 11:58 am | 6 Comments

Dear Credit Card offers,
What’s up guys? Long time no see! It was only a few months ago that you were in my mailbox almost every day, and now I’m lucky if I see you once …

Credit card bill on the way… (We hope!)
March 18, 2008 – 9:40 am | 6 Comments

Ever heard of Carolyn Maloney? Me neither, but if you own a credit card, you owe her a pat on the back.
Just over a month ago, Ms. Maloney introduced the Credit Cardholders’ Bill of Rights …

Make your credit card work to keep you!
March 18, 2008 – 1:39 am | 2 Comments

It’s a curious human trait that we value things that we must work hard to obtain (and maintain) and take for granted that which is given freely. With a bit of finesse you can use …