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How to Keep Your Credit Card Number Safe Online 12/03/2018 07:00pm • The season of cheer is also the season of credit card fraud, unfortunately. Because it's a popular time for thievery, you want to make sure you take extra steps to protect your credit card numbers while shopping online. If you're thinking about using a debit card for online shopping, you need to ret How to Estimate Utility Costs 12/03/2018 07:00pm • An important but often-overlooked factor to consider -- whether you're planning to buy a house or rent an apartment -- is how much money you're going to spend each month on utilities. From a budgeting standpoint, neglecting to factor in your average utility bill into your monthly spending can be an The Social Security Retirement Age Increases to 66.5 in 2019 12/02/2018 07:00pm • While you can start Social Security payments at age 62, your monthly checks are reduced if you begin collecting benefits at this age. To claim your full benefit you need to sign up for Social Security at your full retirement age, which varies by birth year. Here's a look at how the retirement age i How to Improve Your Business Credit Score 12/02/2018 07:00pm • Your company has incredible financial powers. In the name of your business, you can open credit cards, apply for loans and even get office space and vehicles. And, along with those abilities comes a system for evaluating your company's financial health -- a business credit score. When considering b How to Protect Your Dividend Income 12/02/2018 07:00pm • They plummet, then they soar -- this fall's stock gyrations can make your head spin. Investors have long been told to just wait out the downturns. And, indeed, the broad market has always gone to new highs after the worst crashes, even if some stocks never recover. That's fine for investors who are What you need to know about Marriott breach and how to protect yourself 11/30/2018 01:18pm • WASHINGTON — The personal information of up to 500 million customers of the Marriott hotel empire, including their credit card and passport numbers, has been compromised in a massive data breach that stretches back to 2014, the company announced. It's one of the largest data breaches ever. But What Is a Predatory Loan? 11/29/2018 07:00pm • Predatory loans have unfair, misleading or unaffordable terms that generally benefit the lender at the expense of the borrower. They come in different forms, but predatory loans all have the potential to trap consumers in a cycle of debt. For example, payday loans are typically seen as predatory be Can Certain Personality Traits Protect Against Anxiety and Depression? 11/29/2018 07:00pm • A recent study published in the journal Personality Neuroscience made an interesting connection between parts of the brain and their association with both personality and mental health disorders like anxiety and depression. The results give credence to the idea that you can "exercise" parts of the The Hidden Cost of Free Financial Apps 11/29/2018 07:00pm • Consumers have grown more comfortable managing every aspect of their daily lives with their mobile devices. More than just communication devices, smartphones allow users to control their household appliances, access media and see who is knocking on the front door. If there is a chore, there is proba What Will Cost More -- and Less -- in 2019 11/29/2018 07:00pm • If you're in the market for a new car, you may want to invest in a set of wheels sooner rather than later. Automobiles are one of a number of products expected to see a price spike as a result of government tariffs. Seafood, furniture and bicycles are other goods that could cost more thanks to the b How Do Airline Miles Work? A Getting Started Guide 11/29/2018 07:00pm • If you know someone who scored a free flight to Hawaii or some other far-off dream destination, chances are, he or she used airline miles to buy the ticket. Airline miles can seem mysterious and possibly too good to be true, but they are a legitimate way to get free or discounted flights. "It's kin How much would a parent give a child to help with debt? 11/29/2018 10:42am • WASHINGTON — Good news for kids in debt: the average parent would hand over $5,700 to help his child, without expecting to be paid back, according to a new CreditCards.com report. The amount bounces up to nearly $8,000 if the parents will be reimbursed. And 90 percent of parents said they wo How to Avoid Paying Credit Card Fees 11/28/2018 07:00pm • Credit card holders can spend hundreds of dollars on fees annually just to use their cards. But you can avoid fees by choosing the right credit cards and using them wisely. Here's a look at how. Avoiding Credit Card FeesKnow what triggers your credit card fees so you can sidestep these charges. For How to Map Out Courses in an Online Degree Program 11/28/2018 07:00pm • For prospective online students, it's important to choose an online degree program that meets both their professional and personal needs, and how different programs are structured plays a huge part. For instance, prospective students may want to check either on a school's website or with an academi 9 Holiday Shopping Scams to Watch Out for This Season 11/28/2018 07:00pm • We're in the thick of the holiday shopping season, but it isn't only retailers who want your money. Scammers and hackers are looking for ways to crack into your accounts and make off with your cash or your identity. The good news for consumers: Holiday shopping scams often follow a predictable scri