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Another Day... Another Data Breach

by Ken & Daria Dolan on April 9, 2012 10:35 AM

Another massive data breach was just reported. So how are you supposed to protect your information? It would be easy to suggest canceling your cards and returning to cash-only transactions, but that's impossible in today's world. But there are ways you can protect yourself from identity theft.

Should You Co-Sign A Loan?

by Ken & Daria Dolan on March 7, 2012 9:31 AM

In today's tough economic times, we're often asked if it's ok to co-sign a loan for friends and family members who may be struggling financially. Let's take an honest look at all the pros and cons of co-signing a loan...

A U.S. AAA Credit Downgrade is Still Possible

by Ken & Daria Dolan on August 3, 2011 8:00 AM

While the yahoos in Washington all pat each other on the back for their last minute debt crisis deal, they are overlooking the next potential crisis-a downgrade of the U.S.A.'s pristine AAA credit rating. Here's what a credit downgrade will mean for you...

Debt Ceiling Crisis - What it Means for You

by Ken & Daria Dolan on July 5, 2011 4:26 PM

As the yahoos in Washington continue to play a very dangerous game of chicken, we've heard from many of you who have questions about what the debt ceiling crisis really means...

New Credit Card Rule--No More Sneaky Rate Hikes!

by Cindy Butehorn on March 28, 2011 2:40 PM

You know those "introductory" interest rates credit cards use to entice potential new credit card holders that seem too good to be true...such as a super low introductory rate or waiving an interest rate for... More »

7 Steps to Boost Your Credit Score

by Ken Dolan on November 10, 2008 12:45 PM

Here's the bottom line, pure and simple: no matter what anyone promises you, there is no "quick fix" to repair damaged credit. BUT, there ARE plenty of things you can do over time to improve your credit. Start with these seven steps.

Sample Credit Card Cancellation Letter

by Ken Dolan on February 9, 2010 5:55 AM

If you've decided to reduce the number of credit cards in your wallet, good for you! But just taking a pair of scissors to those cards won't cut it. Cutting up your credit card does NOT close the account. Let us help you do it right and avoid a black mark on your credit.

What the New Credit Card Legislation Means to YOU

by Ken Dolan on May 22, 2009 9:04 AM

President Obama has signed the Credit Cardholder's Bill of Rights, a set of rules that will change the credit card industry. So we dug into the law to find out if this is actually good news for us consumers or another toothless attempt from Washington that will fall flat.

Your Mid-Year Action Plan

by Ken & Daria Dolan on July 6, 2010 11:46 AM

In the midst of a volatile market and global financial mess with no end in sight, let's take a few minutes here at the mid-year mark to talk about where we go from here and map out your action plan for growing and protecting your money.

Eight Warning Signs You Need Debt Help

by Ken Dolan on November 18, 2009 5:40 AM

We hear from people each and every day who are, unfortunately, in serious debt. We know how easy it can be to slip even further behind if you don't pay attention the warning signals along the way. Take a look at these eight signs you may be in credit trouble before it's too late.

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