Credit card debt rises for first time since 2008 More shoppers chose plastic over cash during the holiday season. Credit card debt grew in December for the first time in more than two years. But, what does this mean for our local economy? Some analysts say it is a sign that people are more confident [...]
[Continue reading…]What to Consider When Switching Your Mortgage
February 11, 2011 By
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[Continue reading…]What is the purpose of student credit cards?
February 10, 2011 By
Question by starfishblues: What is the purpose of student credit cards? I mean, I understand the concept of building credit and everything, but what is the point of student credit cards? What is the purpose? I’m sorry if this is a silly question, but I don’t really get it. And can you trade them in [...]
[Continue reading…]Harry Gross: Try credit union, lawmaker for mortgage modification
February 10, 2011 By
Harry Gross: Try credit union, lawmaker for mortgage modification Dear Harry: I have been trying to get a mortgage modification since July 2008. I have been turned down repeatedly even though I have made all my payments on time (with one exception that I’ll explain later). I was told by two banks that the best [...]
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