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Whether you’re shopping online or in person, think before you hand over a debit card. Nick Buettner says the legal protections credit cards give you make them a smart choice, particularly if you’re shopping online. But here’s one big morning: don’t finance with your credit card. Only charge amounts you can pay off in full when your statement comes.
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Whether you’re shopping online or in person, think before you hand over a debit card. Nick Buettner says the legal protections credit cards give you make them a smart choice, particularly if you’re shopping online. But here’s one big morning: don’t finance with your credit card. Only charge amounts you can pay off in full when your statement comes. [More] [Less]
Date: 11 August 2010
Category: Credit
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Ever use wireless hotspots at a coffee shop or hotel? Be very careful, says expert Nick Buettner. Here’s how to surf safely.
Date: 13 July 2010
Category: Credit
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Maybe Yes, maybe no. We tell you how to decide. Also watch out for these scams, if you do post it online!
Date: 10 May 2010
Category: Credit
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Thinking about buying online this time? Whether you're thinking new or used vehicle or new or used truck, learn these tricks of the trade, and follow Remar's best tip: use the web for shopping, but think twice before actually buying a vehicle online.
Date: 20 April 2010
Category: Car Buying
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
FoolProof's "April Fools Month" Video gives you three simple tips to FoolProof yourself—and also gives you a chance to get involved with a consumer issue that means a lot to you. Our new “Consumer Group Portal” allows you to learn about dozens of consumer groups and then get involved with a group on a topic that interests—or bugs—you. http://www.foolproofme.com/consumer_groups.php [More] [Less]
Date: 31 March 2010
Category: FoolProof
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Worried about making your mortgage payment? Watch out for these mortgage scams.
Date: 16 March 2010
Category: Mortgage
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Bald People, Young People, Old People, Bad guys, Good Guys, the works! Tour the site right now.
Date: 07 March 2010
Category: About RealityCheck
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
If you're having trouble paying your bills, should you use a debt relief service? In a world overflowing with financial obligations and options, it’s no wonder money management often seems overwhelming.
Date: 29 January 2010
Category: Credit
 
 
 
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Date: 21 December 2009
Category: Credit
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
If you're having trouble paying your bills, should you use a debt relief service? In a world overflowing with financial obligations and options, it’s no wonder money management often seems overwhelming.
Date: 29 January 2010
Category: Credit
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Could be smart. Could be dumb. Watch out for this trick!
Date: 06 January 2010
Category: Car Buying
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Date: 06 January 2010
Category: FoolProof
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Bald People, Young People, Old People, Bad guys, Good Guys, the works! Tour the site right now.
Date: 07 March 2010
Category: About RealityCheck
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Here’s the way NOT to choose a credit card.
Date: 06 January 2010
Category: FoolProof
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Date: 06 January 2010
Category: FoolProof
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Worried about making your mortgage payment? Watch out for these mortgage scams.
Date: 16 March 2010
Category: Mortgage
 
 
 
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Who deserves your money?
Date: 06 January 2010
Category: FoolProof
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Know anyone who uses one? Show them this!
Date: 06 January 2010
Category: FoolProof
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
FoolProof's "April Fools Month" Video gives you three simple tips to FoolProof yourself—and also gives you a chance to get involved with a consumer issue that means a lot to you. Our new “Consumer Group Portal” allows you to learn about dozens of consumer groups and then get involved with a group on a topic that interests—or bugs—you. http://www.foolproofme.com/consumer_groups.php [More] [Less]
Date: 31 March 2010
Category: FoolProof
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Bald People, Young People, Old People, Bad guys, Good Guys, the works! Tour the site right now.
Date: 07 March 2010
Category: About RealityCheck
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Whether you’re shopping online or in person, think before you hand over a debit card. Nick Buettner says the legal protections credit cards give you make them a smart choice, particularly if you’re shopping online. But here’s one big morning: don’t finance with your credit card. Only charge amounts you can pay off in full when your statement comes. [More] [Less]
Date: 11 August 2010
Category: Credit
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Ever use wireless hotspots at a coffee shop or hotel? Be very careful, says expert Nick Buettner. Here’s how to surf safely.
Date: 13 July 2010
Category: Credit
 
 
 
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Whether you’re shopping online or in person, think before you hand over a debit card. Nick Buettner says the legal protections credit cards give you make them a smart choice, particularly if you’re shopping online. But here’s one big morning: don’t finance with your credit card. Only charge amounts you can pay off in full when your statement comes. [More] [Less]
Date: 11 August 2010
Category: Credit
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Maybe Yes, maybe no. We tell you how to decide. Also watch out for these scams, if you do post it online!
Date: 10 May 2010
Category: Credit
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Thinking about buying online this time? Whether you're thinking new or used vehicle or new or used truck, learn these tricks of the trade, and follow Remar's best tip: use the web for shopping, but think twice before actually buying a vehicle online.
Date: 20 April 2010
Category: Car Buying
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
FoolProof's "April Fools Month" Video gives you three simple tips to FoolProof yourself—and also gives you a chance to get involved with a consumer issue that means a lot to you. Our new “Consumer Group Portal” allows you to learn about dozens of consumer groups and then get involved with a group on a topic that interests—or bugs—you. http://www.foolproofme.com/consumer_groups.php [More] [Less]
Date: 31 March 2010
Category: FoolProof
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Worried about making your mortgage payment? Watch out for these mortgage scams.
Date: 16 March 2010
Category: Mortgage
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
If you're having trouble paying your bills, should you use a debt relief service? In a world overflowing with financial obligations and options, it’s no wonder money management often seems overwhelming.
Date: 29 January 2010
Category: Credit
 
 
 
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