1+ mon, 5+ day ago   (488+ words) Check-cashing stores promise money in minutes, but the convenience can come at a steep cost. Barb Rampello learned that firsthand when she needed cash fast for a down payment on a new apartment. "I had to get a deposit and…...

1+ mon, 6+ day ago   (645+ words) President Donald Trump re-emphasized his support of bipartisan credit card legislation, which supporters say encourages more competition in the payment sector. Trump touted his backing of the bill in a social media post endorsing Republican Sen. Roger Marshall of Kansas…...

2+ mon, 3+ day ago   (1071+ words) You fume about the 20% interest rate on that credit card, even as you fault yourself for running up the balance. But have you ever considered asking for a lower rate? Credit card interest rates hover near historic highs. The average…...

5+ mon, 1+ day ago   (492+ words) When you check into a hotel, they're going to ask for a card to cover incidentals. Hand over a credit card and the hold sits against your available credit. Hand over a debit card and the hotel just locked down…...

4+ mon, 3+ week ago   (495+ words) A large purchase is the moment your credit card works hardest for you. The money's in the bank, so it feels responsible to reach for a debit card. But using a debit card on a big purchase means skipping the…...