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Get a good credit card for college students
Low interest rates and minimal fees are more imporant that reward programs or having your schools logo on the card.

7 reasons not to buy payment protection
Programs that promise to make your credit card payments if you're sick or laid off come with lots of rules and meager benefits.

Forced arbitration on the way out
Customers may no longer be required to settle disputes before mediators that almost always side with their credit cards.

How credit cards use data profiling
Where you live, work and shop is being scrutinized to determine whether to cut your credit limit.

The Big Switch: Fixed to variable rates
Credit cards are forcing customers into variable-rates even though that will result in higher interest charges.

The best cards for balance transfers
Moving your debt to a card that charges 0% interest is a good way to save money and reduce your balance.

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THE LATEST NEWS
WASHINGTON - The House voted on Wednesday to impose immediately tough new rules for credit card companies after voters complained of increased interest rates and steep new fees.

Nov. 2--LAS CRUCES -- Angie Pedraza wants to buy a gift for her granddaughter -- keep it a secret, it's a Nintendo game system -- but the thought of plunking down a couple of hundred dollars in one outing is not attractive.

Nov. 1--One kid wants an iPod Touch.

NEW YORK - Not only have credit card companies continued to use practices that will be outlawed under a strict law due to take effect in February, in many cases their policies have gotten harsher since the law passed.

Oct. 26--Thinking of buying a general purpose gift card that can be used at most stores?

Oct. 18--The cashier has rung up your purchase and you present your check card.

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LATEST TIPS
In this economy, you need a card that charges 12% APR or less on purchases and no annual fee.

It's the credit score lenders look at when evaluating your application for a mortgage, car loan or credit card.

Go to the Web site created by the three big credit agencies so you can get your record once a year.

They're aimed at more affluent customers who buy more and default less than the average cardholder.

If you're buried in bills, you need professional help to review your finances and help you get out of debt.

Companies must give 45 days' notice before raising interest rates or making significant changes in terms.

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Balance transfer calculator
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Debt consolidation calculator
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Borrow against your home
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Does a cash-out refi make sense?
Calculate what it would cost to consolidate credit card and auto debt into a new mortgage.
Consolidate your student loans
Forecast the savings and how it can be used to payoff credit cards and other high-cost loans.
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WORK SHEETS
Compare your cards
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Transferring credit card balances
Here’s all the information you’ll need to ensure a smooth transition to a new card.
Ask for a lower rate on your credit cards
Follow our script and record the results of every conversation.
"No more late fees" work sheet
Keep track of when your credit card bills are due, how much you owe and how much you've paid.
Essential info work sheet
Know exactly where to go if any of your cards is lost or stolen.
4 steps to cancel a credit card
This work sheet walks you through the process of closing an account without denting your credit score.
What to tell the credit card company
This form letter covers all the legalities for closing an account and informing the credit reporting agencies.
Fix credit report mistakes
Use this form letter to dispute errors.
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