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You Know You're In Money Trouble When...

by Ken & Daria Dolan on November 2, 2009 4:14 PM

Most people know when they have serious money trouble. But can you spot the warning signs that trouble is ahead? Watch this video and learn how to watch for a few telltale signs that your debt, spending and money life may be out of control.

Credit Card Tips, Tricks & Traps

by Ken Dolan on October 30, 2009 8:30 AM

Let's tell it like it is: Credit card companies are in business to make money - and they want more of yours! Just thinking about the way some companies offer you the "opportunity" to rob your own future makes us livid. Take a look at our video, and and we'll help you see right through the sneaky tricks your credit card company may try to take money out of your pocket and put it into theirs.

A Great New Way to Fight ID Theft

by Ken Dolan on October 29, 2009 9:56 AM

Think ID theft happens to other people and not you? Think again! Here's a stat that will blow your socks off: Every single day, 27,000 Americans become a victim. Up until now, you were somewhat limited in what you could do about it. And honestly, the options that were available were only somewhat effective. Now there's a more powerful weapon in the fight against ID theft, and it's just now becoming available to most of you. Let me (Daria here) give you all of the details in this important video.

Is Bankruptcy the End of My Credit Life?

by Ken Dolan on October 19, 2009 11:56 AM

The number of Americans that filed for bankruptcy is skyrocketing in this recession, but bankruptcy doesn't have to equal the end of your credit! The road to recovery may be bumpy, but follow these guidelines and you'll make it to the end.

The Trouble with Getting Your Free Credit Report Online

by Ken Dolan on October 13, 2009 1:45 PM

For years, we have been recommending www.annualcreditreport.com as the easy source to get a free credit report each year to confirm that all the information in it is accurate.

But no more! At least not until some serious changes to the site are made.

Why? Because a site that was supposed to be a service to consumers is really just a way to shill paid credit services.

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.

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.

Sample Credit Card Cancellation Letter

by Ken Dolan on September 20, 2007 1:48 PM

If you've decided to reduce the number of credit cards in your wallet, good for you! But don't forget - just taking a pair of scissors to those cards won't cut it. Cutting up your credit cards doesn't close the accounts; you must contact the credit bureaus to let them know. Let us help you do it right and avoid a black mark on your credit. More »

Protect Yourself From Identity Theft!

by Ken & Daria Dolan on August 26, 2009 8:23 PM

Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke was a victim of identity theft. An identity is stolen every two seconds in this country and the impact can be devastating. Protect yourself from becoming the next victim with these five steps.

New FICO Score--7 Things You Must Know

by Ken & Daria Dolan on July 28, 2009 2:01 AM

Smart consumers know that your credit score is critical to your money matters. A low credit score can haunt you, costing you thousands upon thousands of dollars. That is why it's important that you know about the seven major changes to the way your credit score is calculated and what they mean for you.

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