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  How to file a claim for suspected credit card fraud

  Credit card fraud can threaten your personal finances, but you have the ability to reduce the long-term effects by reporting suspected fraud promptly and properly.

  Sep 13, 2019
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  The Best Credit Cards of 2019

  Today’s popular credit cards come with generous rewards, standout bonus offers, long zero percent intro periods and low fees.

  Sep 09, 2019
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  How is the U.S. economy doing? Here are 5 key signs to watch right now

  Mixed signals make it hard to tell just how strong momentum may be with the economy.

  Sep 05, 2019
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  Survey: Expect the Fed to cut rates at least two more times over the next year

  The July rate cut is likely just the beginning, Bankrate’s latest economists’ poll finds.

  Sep 04, 2019
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  How does marriage affect my credit situation?

  Before tying the knot, make sure that you and your partner-to-be talk about credit histories and potential issues with debt.

  Aug 30, 2019
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  7 ways to help recession-proof your finances

  If the economy is keeping you up at night, it’s never too early to make sure your finances are on firm footing.

  Aug 22, 2019
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  What it’s like to prepare for the next recession when you’re still feeling the effects of the last one

  The next downturn may not be as bad as 2008 was, but could still be quite tough to bounce back from.

  Aug 21, 2019
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  5 ways to save for private school tuition

  Finding a way to pay for private school can be tough, but these tips might help you better afford it.

  Aug 20, 2019
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  Finance charges: What they are and how you can avoid them

  Finance charges impact the balances you pay on your credit cards, but developing good credit habits can help you avoid them.

  Aug 19, 2019
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  Watch for these 6 indicators to know when a recession could be coming

  These datasets can help prepare you for any major economic shocks in the future.

  Aug 14, 2019