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JPMorgan $2 Billion Loss and the Volcker Rule

14 May 2012

Hindsight is 20/20, but how much of a difference in the massive $2 billion mistake would the Volcker Rule have made were it in place?



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Top Ranked Cash Back Credit Cards

6 February 2012

We all love a great cash back credit card, but be sure to carefully review the terms and conditions so that it’s best offer for you. See our reviews on Discover, Chase and Capital One.



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Simmons First Visa Platinum Rewards Card

20 January 2012

Have excellent credit? You might want to explore the possibilities with this Visa credit card. Here are the details and reasons to consider the Simmons Visa.



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Pros and Cons of Prepaid Cards

25 November 2011

Prepaid cards are fueling massive growth in the financial sector. Here are a few things to keep in mind before you set up that prepaid debit or credit card.



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Why I Will Be Using My New Credit Card for the Holidays

28 October 2011

Thousands of people can relate to Regina’s story. Here’s how one woman survived bankruptcy and foreclosure and is now putting her new credit card to good use this holiday season.



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Credit Card Companies & Your Loyalty

19 September 2011

The credit card companies are vying for one thing: your loyalty. They’re doing this with impressive bonus programs, free flights and cash back. Do the research to be sure your choice is right for your needs.



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A Surge in Shopping Cards

14 September 2011

Is a shopping card right for you? It just might be if you’re looking to build or rebuild your credit. Requirements aren’t as strict as traditional credit cards, either.



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Prioritizing Debt & Savings

5 September 2011

Many of us are wondering what we should be focusing our attention on these days: paying down our credit card debt or working on building our savings. Here are a few questions you should be asking yourself.



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5 Years Old & Bankrupt – ID Theft’s Youngest Victims

19 August 2011

Thieves are targeting young children, especially foster children. They’re stealing IDs and purchasing cell phones and applying for credit cards. Often, families don’t even know it’s happening



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Woman’s Best Friend: the Right Credit Card

15 August 2011

Think all credit card offers are the same? Think again; today’s credit-savvy woman knows what’s best for her needs and future and can recognize the best perks in a credit card offer.



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Credit Card Budgeting & Lessons Learned from S&P

8 August 2011

With the S&P choosing to lower the nation’s credit rating, there are lessons to be learned from what our elected leaders didn’t do. Here’s how you can apply those lessons to your own budgeting efforts.



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Credit Card Rewards Points

18 July 2011

Regardless of what happens with the debt talks that continue on Capital Hill, protecting your credit rating is a matter of knowing which credit card offers are right for you.



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