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Spending

Checking Account Fees Are Making a Comeback
Bank Notes

Checking Account Fees Are Making a Comeback

More banks are charging for these accounts. How to avoid paying extra.

Nov 19 2009  |  Topics: Personal FinanceDebtBankConsumerRip-offs
Graduate Degrees With the Best Futures
Deal of the Day

Graduate Degrees With the Best Futures

Now may be a good time to be in grad school, but not all programs pay off.

Nov 19 2009  |  Topics: Personal FinanceEmploymentEducationDealsConsumerEconomy
How to Earn 6% on Your Cash
Bank Notes

How to Earn 6% on Your Cash

Some checking accounts offer attractive yields, but the requirements are tight.

Nov 12 2009  |  Topics: Personal FinanceDebtBankConsumer
 New Fed Rules Limit Debit Card Overdrafts
Consumer Action

New Fed Rules Limit Debit Card Overdrafts

Government restricts some fees on everyday purchases -- but not all.

Nov 12 2009  |  Topics: Personal FinanceDebtBankFees
The Tax Guy

Home Buyer Tax Credit: 10 Things to Know

New rules affect who qualifies -- and what you stand to get.

Nov 11 2009  |  Topics: Personal FinanceTaxesTax FilingReal EstateIRSHousing
Card Sharp

Credit to Debit: Should You Make the Switch?

With credit-card fees on the rise, it could make sense to open a debit card.

Nov 10 2009  |  Topics: Personal FinanceDebtCredit CardConsumerDealsCredit CrunchCredit Score
Money and Your Mind

Overspending: Blame It on Your Debt Gene?

New study suggests role of genetics. Will DNA test join the credit check?

Nov 6 2009  |  Topics: Personal FinanceDebtEconomyBudgetingConsumer
Consumer Action

What Fed's Latest Move Means for Mortgages

Fed will keep overall rates low, but one signal suggests shift for homeowners.

Nov 4 2009  |  Topics: Personal FinanceReal EstateHousingMortgageFederal Reserve
Real Estate

'Luxury' Homes, Built Cheap

More builders are luring buyers with low-cost versions of amenities. Will owners regret the shortcuts?

Oct 30 2009  |  Topics: Personal FinanceReal EstateHousingFor the HomeConsumer
Consumer Action

Are You Missing Out on These 'Wellness' Freebies?

Free yoga? Cash for pounds? When your employer pushes you to be healthy.

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