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Authorized user wants off account
Authorized user wants off account
Any hit to your credit score will be temporary, says Dr. Don.

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How would GM bankruptcy affect you?

What would a General Motors bankruptcy mean for car owners? Here are some possible answers.

Agencies unlikely to swap car loan

Because car loans typically are not assumable, agencies are unlikely to offer a driver a swap.

Make payments on mom’s car ASAP

A woman with a sliding credit rating needs to bring her mother’s car payments up to date fast.

Verdict out on Top Tier gas

Top Tier gas is supposed to improve a car’s performance. But the claim has not been verified.

Late breaking news

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Target-date funds not a slam-dunk decision

Some that sport a 2010 date are aggressively positioned, and they’ve been hammered relentlessly by the market.

Stock swoon creates chance to ‘buy low’

The stock market’s recent struggles make now the perfect time to “buy low” and reap rewards later.

No-penalty CDs: Good deal or not?

If you want the safe haven of a CD and access to your money, make sure to shop for the best yields.

Fame & Fortune: Steve Winwood

This longtime rocker is surviving the music biz and still going strong with major label contracts and solo deals.

Fame & Fortune: Bobby Flay

TV chef and restaurant owner has an appetite for mixing business with creativity.

Because of this, you should try to improve your credit score in order to gain access to the best

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Because of this, you should try to improve your credit score in order to gain access to the best loan and credit card deals possible. You should also realize the fact that having a bad credit score will also mean that you will have difficulty to access simple technology, such as getting a phone line hooked up in your own home. This is because more and more phone companies and other utility companies today are also taking a look at a person”s credit score to make sure if you will likely pay the monthly bills or not.

Financial consultants will help you properly handle your finances

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Financial consultants will help you properly handle your finances. He is responsible in showing you the status of your finances. He may also be your source of assistance on matters about getting credits. He will most likely advise you on the pros and cons of getting credits and the many requirements lending institutions need before they come up with a decision.

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Money funds sign up for guarantee

The U.S. Treasury’s Temporary Guarantee Program for money market funds aims to put investors at ease.

The ins and outs of reverse mortgages

You can tap your home equity without having to repay it as long as you live in the house. But it’s an expensive loan.

Interest Rate Roundup

Here are the latest interest rates and commentary on five common consumer banking products from Bankrate.com’s weekly national survey of large banks and thrifts.

7 gas-sipping tips for trips

Bankrate readers show how they plan their errands and daily routines to reduce their need for gas.

The sheer volume of work, the time consumption, the sleepless nights and days, and the sometimes

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Know debt tolerance before buying car
Know debt tolerance before buying car
There is no precise formula for determining how much car you can afford to buy, says Bankrate car columnist Terry Jackson.

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The facts on the FDIC

Recent news of bank failures has consumers wondering about the security of the FDIC’s funding.

Saver wonders: pay tax now or later?

Deciding whether to pay tax now or later is a vexing retirement question, says Dr. Don Taylor.

Interest Rate Roundup

Here’s a look at the state of interest rates on five common consumer banking products and the latest rates from Bankrate.com’s weekly national survey of large banks and thrifts.

Converting IRA CD would be tax mistake

Converting an IRA CD to a regular CD is likely to be a mistake, says Dr. Don Taylor.

Gasping at gas costs? Switch to two wheels

Faced with sticker shock at the pumps, many commuters are trading in their cars for scooters and bicycles.

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5 things it’s cheaper to do yourself

Paint your own house? That might be a bit much, but several everyday tasks can cost less if you take matters into your own hands.

Beware these 5 insurance traps

You might think your pets, your kids’ toys and your personal problems are your own darn business. But insurers watch these things — and they could cost you.

How to survive the next depression

Whether the sky is falling or not, times definitely will be tougher, and you can’t count on anyone to bail you out. It’s time to be a grown-up.

With Equifax Personal and Business Solutions, your good credit score report is in good hands

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With Equifax Personal and Business Solutions, your good credit score report is in good hands.
High FICO Score on Credit Report Obtains Positive Responses