Using credit cards to improve credit scores

Thursday, August 19th, 2010

Although credit-challenged consumers typically have problems qualifying for a general purpose credit card, using store brand (also called private label) credit cards can help rebuild credit. There are advantages and disadvantages to doing this. Debt management: Beware of temptation you can’t afford Department stores often lure customers ...

How to Find a Good Debt Settlement Attorney

Monday, August 16th, 2010

Once you’ve made the decision to use debt settlement to clear your debts, you must next search for a knowledgeable and experienced debt settlement attorney.  Sharing your financial information with someone is intimidating and with all of the debt settlement services available, choosing one is difficult.  But with a ...

Teenagers `scared of debt`

Monday, August 16th, 2010

Nearly two thirds of teenagers are `scared` of debt, according to a survey for discount website MyVoucherCodes.co.uk. Fully 64% of 1,482 teenagers (aged 14-17) questioned said that they`re actually scared of debt. 53% said they don`t trust lenders. 21% said that they didn`t plan to take ...

What’s It Costing You?

Sunday, August 15th, 2010

What’s It Costing You? The Dollar Stretcher Blog by Gary Foreman gary @stretcher.com One of my favorite quotes comes from Henry Ford. “Thinking is the hardest work there is. That’s why so few engage in it.” Old Mr. Ford was an interesting man. He made some very good ...

Living on One Income: How to Make it Work

Tuesday, August 10th, 2010

  Even in the best of financial times, living on one income is a challenge. From necessities like food, shelter, clothing, medical bills, transportation, and taxes to "wants" like entertainment and leisure, the drains on a family's financial resources are many.    This is especially true in this American society ...