The Best Credit Cards In Their Class
September 7, 2007
Aleksandra Todorova from Smart Money magazine put together a list of the top credit cards for students, rewards programs, cash or gas rebates, financial rewards, and low rates. He provides a thorough comparison of the cards considered and explains the benefits of each card recommended. Here are the highlights: Student CardsThe Citi mtvU Platinum Select Visa Card […]
Are Credit Repair Companies Worth the Fees They Charge?
August 31, 2007
Are people wasting their money when they pay a company to repair their credit? This question came up today when I discovered a coworker had previously worked at a credit repair company. Credit Repair Services ProvidedBased on what my co-worker learned in his time with the credit restoration company they did not provide a service […]
How to Start Your eBay Business Without Credit Card Debt
August 24, 2007
Do you want to start your own eBay business with minimal risk and no debt? I’m sharing the steps I took to build my eBay business and giving away a free multi-part tutorial on how to get started. Sign up for the free tutorial with the adjoining form and get started today! Is it wise […]
Use Credit Cards Wisely When Selling on eBay
August 23, 2007
Is it a good idea to use credit cards to pay for inventory when starting an eBay Business? I had a reader ask this question the other day and I think the answer is, it depends. Personally, I use a cash back credit card to buy any inventory I sell on eBay but there are […]
Paying Off Your Credit Card Balance vs. Paying Your Taxes
August 17, 2007
I had a reader ask an interesting question the other day. If I am short on cash, should I pay off my credit card balance or pay my taxes? Obviously if you don’t pay your taxes or credit card bill at all there are legal issues involved but this person is trying to decide which […]
How About Credit Card Savings Plans for Small Web Businesses?
August 7, 2007
What about the little guys on the web? Why can’t we get savings on services we actually use? Credit Card Savings PlansI’ve mentioned before I’m using my business credit card to build a credit history even though it doesn’t offer cash back rewards. I was hopeful when I heard my bank was offering the MasterCard […]
Why Do People Ignore Easy Money?
August 3, 2007
Why would anyone pass up free money? I was amazed when my co-workers pulled out their credit cards to pay for lunch today and only one other person in the group had a rewards card! Rewards Cards SavingsI was carrying my American Express Blue Cash and one lady was using the Discover Open Road card […]
eBay MasterCard Creates eBay Layaway Plan
July 28, 2007
If you already know what you’re getting that special someone for Christmas and can get it on eBay then a new eBay MasterCard promotion might just be your own layaway program! Layaway PlansI first learned about layaways as a military brat, during a summer job at AAFES. The store offered an option where soldiers or […]
American Express Helps the Rich Spend their Money
July 24, 2007
High incomes and steep annual fees will get you access to some of the most exclusive credit cards available such as the American Express Centurion Black Card and the purple Coutts World Card. In addition to providing a feeling of prestige, these cards actually help their wealthy owners spend more money through concierge services. An […]
Credit Card Strategies For A Stress Free Vacation
July 2, 2007
How can you enjoy your vacation when you have no money to spend? It’s kind of hard to do since most trips involve spending money on food, lodging, travel, gifts, etc. On most vacations, no money means no fun! Credit Instead of Cash On the second day of our recent trip I had a panic […]
