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Mastercard Says It Is Not Raising Network or Swipe Fees
Card processing giant says WSJ story on credit card fee hikes ‘is wrong.’
By Joey Solitro Published
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Five Ways You Can Assess, Manage and Pay Off Debt
Average personal debt is lower now than it was in 2019, but many Americans still struggle with debt. Here are some ways to both pay it down and grow your wealth.
By Christian Mitchell Published
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Banks Lost Billions on Bad Loans Last Quarter: Kiplinger Economic Forecasts
Economic Forecasts Bank deposits are also down, and more people are tapping into their savings.
By Rodrigo Sermeño Published
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Loan Lender Sued for 'Trapping' Borrowers
Heights Finance was charged over a loan-churning scheme that aggressively pushed borrowers to refinance.
By Joey Solitro Published
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CFPB Slams Credit Repair Companies. Could you get compensation?
Credit repair titans face a $2.7 billion settlement with the CFPB for charging customers illegal fees.
By Ellen Kennedy Published
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How to Manage Parent PLUS Student Loans as You Near Retirement
Your strategies for retirement savings, repayment plans and tax management will shift as you get closer to retirement. Plus, mistakes to avoid.
By Erik Kroll, CFP® Published
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Credit Cards vs Debit Cards: Which is Better for You?
Credit Cards Credit cards vs debit cards — what's the difference? Which is best? Personal finance experts perennially disagree on which type of plastic brings more benefit.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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Are You Overlooking Your Financial Institution’s Resources?
Reaching your financial goals could be easier if you maximized the educational offerings as well as credit and debt counseling available through financial institutions.
By Kevin Brauer, MBA, CPA, CMA Published
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What Is APR?
Even for those who pay off their credit card balances every month, knowing your APR is a good credit habit.
By Rivan V. Stinson Last updated