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CREDIT & MONEY MANAGEMENT
The bad guys are more clever than ever. But you can still keep them at bay.
 
CREDIT & MONEY MANAGEMENT
Paying for ID Theft Protection Is Not Necessary
ID-theft insurance and credit monitoring services may seem like great safeguards. Find out why some experts disagree.
 
CREDIT & MONEY MANAGEMENT
Fixing Five Painful Financial Screw-Ups
Forgot to pay your credit-card bill? Neglected to file a tax return? You can easily remedy these and other money blunders.
 
CREDIT CARD Q&A
Should I Activate New Credit Cards?
Tips to manage your credit score and debt ratios.
 
BANKING
Checking Accounts That Pay You Cash
FDIC-insured online banks offer consumer deals.
 
ASK KIM
Fraud Alert vs. Credit Freeze
Both of these allow you to protect your personal information, but one is more foolproof.
 
ARCHIVES
Make sure replaced credit cards do not appear as a new account on your credit report.
This month Kim responds to questions on capital gains, tax credits, ETF resources, among others.
Borrowers with stellar credit will grab the best deals on mortgages, credit cards and car loans.
It pays to know your number -- and how to boost it. Test your credit-score savvy with our QUIZ.
A reader asks for help finding a credit card that offers rewards and can be used overseas without fees.
Credit scores come in several versions, so it's important to check all of them before applying for a loan.
Paying the landlord and your bills on time can help build your credit score.
If you're about to apply for financing and your score already is high, wait to fix any minor mistakes on your report.
Whether you're just starting out or already in retirement, keeping close tabs of your money will help you prosper. Here's how.
Credit-card holders who carry a balance soon will see a reduction in their finance charges thanks to a new method of figuring interest.
RATE REPORT
CREDIT CARDS
Avg. APR
Reward 13.66%
Student 17.88%
Cash Back 13.13%
Airline 15.08%
Business 13.95%
Instant Approval 14.18%
Balance Transfer 11.41%
Low Interest 11.41%
For Bad Credit 12.81%
Source: CreditCards.com
Updated: 05-12-2008

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