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Inquiries and Requests for Credit Reports: Permissible Purpose as Defined by the Fair Credit Reporting Act

In: Consumer Rights

By: Katrina Rief-Derrico

How to Sell a Car and Make a Reasonable Profit: Tips for Selling a Used Car

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Emily Rogers

Check Credit Report Before Applying for Credit: Adverse Credit Information Means Best Deals Will Not be Available

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Feature Writer Neil Gunn

Smart Holiday Shopping with Debit Cards: Why You Want to Start Using Your Bank Card like a Credit Card Now

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Vanessa Cross

Convenient Banking Options to Save Time & Money: Guide to Choosing the Best Way to Manage Everyday Banking

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Pauline Mascarenhas

Best Credit Cards for Cash Back Rewards: Real Money is Trumping SkyMiles With Promotional Rates up to 5%

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Christopher Pascale

How a Bad Credit Score Will Help You: A Poor Credit History Can Help to Reduce Credit Card Debt

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Feature Writer Asa Ghaffar

Find Black Friday Deals Before November 27, 2009: The After Thanksgiving Sale Ads

In: Buying Online

By: Sandy McCollum

Avoid the Pitfalls of Amway Visa Card From MBNA: Amway Global IBOs Are Misled by Brand Loyalty With Poor Rewards

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Christopher Pascale

Amway Global IBOs are Taken Advantage of by MBNA: Bank of America Offers a Bad Deal With PV/BV Instead of Cash

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Christopher Pascale

Black Friday History and Traffic: Consumers Battling for Golden Holiday Gift Deals

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Rhonda Campbell

Black Friday Store Price Discounts and Sales: Tips Toward Gaining Great Christmas Shopping Deals

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Rhonda Campbell

Comparing Value in Credit Card Reward Programs: Points, Cash Back, and SkyMiles

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Christopher Pascale

Is a New Credit File Under an EIN Legal? File Segregation as a Form of Credit Repair

In: Consumer Responsibility

By: Candice Gillingwater

What is Legitimate Debt Validation? A Debt Verification Letter After a Dispute May Not Hold Up in Court

In: Consumer Rights

By: Candice Gillingwater

Reinserted Negatives on a Credit Report: What to Do When a Previously Deleted Item Reappears on a Credit File

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Candice Gillingwater

Wal-Mart Sells Funeral Caskets: Wal-Mart Has Entered the Funeral Business

In: Buying Online

By: ShawnTe Pierce

Can Debt Follow a Person Abroad? International Debt and its Affect on Credit Reports

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Candice Gillingwater

Learn How to Read a Credit Report: Understanding Trade Lines and Reporting Requirements

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Candice Gillingwater

High Interest Christmas Loans: Do Christmas Loans Mean a Visit to Debt Advice Agency in New Year?

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Feature Writer Neil Gunn

What's in the Credit Card Act 2009? Credit Companies Will Feel the Pinch from February 2010

In: Consumer Rights

By: Natalia Jones

Cash for Gold Review: The Benefit of Trading in Unwanted Gold for Cash

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Emily Rogers

Proof of Debt and Debt Collectors: The First Step to Restore your Good Credit Rating

In: Consumer Rights

By: Katrina Rief-Derrico

Prohibited Debt Collection Practices: Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and Consumer Rights.

In: Consumer Rights

By: Katrina Rief-Derrico

Fair Debt Collection Practices Act: Communication with Debtors and Third Parties

In: Consumer Rights

By: Katrina Rief-Derrico

The Federal Reporting Period for Bad Debts: How Long Negative Information Can Remain on a Credit Report

In: Consumer Rights

By: Candice Gillingwater

The Fair Credit Reporting Act: A Summary of Consumer Rights Under the FCRA

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Candice Gillingwater

How to Get a Real Person on the Telephone: Time-Saving Tips for Skipping a Phone Tree & Talking to a Human

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Feature Writer Katrena Wells

How to Get a Human on a Voice Activated System: Quick Tips to Speak with a Person on Automated Phone Messages

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Feature Writer Katrena Wells

Benefits to Consumer Shopping: Stretching a Dollar

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Ann Salembier

Want to Speak to a Person Instead of a Machine? Web Sites That Help People Speak Directly with a Human

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Feature Writer Katrena Wells

Government's New Credit Card Debt Help Law: Consumers Protected from Excess Fees and Interest Hikes by H.R. 627

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Feature Writer Victoria Nicks

How Homeowners Can Save Money on Property Taxes: Attorney Offers Advice on Fighting Property Assessment in New York

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Diane Rutherford

Improving FICO Scores Made Easy: How to Repair Bad Credit and Raise FICO Credit Scores

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Feature Writer Asa Ghaffar

Post-9/11 GI Bill Yellow Ribbon Program: Schools and the Government are Covering Vets' Leftover Tuition Costs

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Christopher Pascale

Finding A Plumber in High Wycombe: A Guide to Licensed Plumbing Companies in Wycombe

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Peter Lavelle

Auto MSRP Sticker Price or Invoice Price: How to Negotiate the Best Price When Buying an SUV or Car

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Feature Writer Felicia A. Williams

Canadian Used Car History Reports: Is CARFAX a Viable Reporting Option?

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Feature Writer Felicia A. Williams

Playing McDonald's Monopoly Game: Buy Fast Food and Take a Chance on Winning Prizes

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Feature Writer James Hutchinson

Saving More Money When Thrift Store Shopping: Second Hand Stores Offer Deals, But Smart Shoppers Can Save More

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Jessica Kolifrath

Cell Phone Etiquette in a Restaurant: Table Manners and Telephone Manners

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Beth Taylor

Waitress Tips and Difficult Customers: Etiquette and Conflicts in the Restaurant Business

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Beth Taylor

Thrift Store Shopping Tips to Avoid Losing Money: Shop Big on a Small Budget, but Beware of Electronics, Beds & Toys

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Feature Writer Mary King

Cash for Appliances to Start Soon: Rebates will begin by 2010 for new energy-efficient appliances

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Kristi Gray

Debt Management Option to Re-establish Credit: Easy Debt Help Strategies for Rebuilding Credit After Bankruptcy

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Feature Writer Victoria Nicks

How to Improve Credit Reports and Scores: Tips to Turn Bad Credit into Good Credit

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Jaimie Mancham-Case

Free Credit Report Score Online: Annual Credit Check to Help Credit Dispute Report

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Feature Writer Victoria Nicks

Online Seafood Markets for Web-Savvy Home Chefs: Buy Fresh Fish, Lobster, Oysters and More on the Internet

In: Buying Online

By: Feature Writer Ret Talbot

Paperwork and Fraud Protection: Keep Cards and Documents Safe from Identity Theft

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Feature Writer Tamiko Nicholson

60-Day General Motors Car Return Policy Offer: Satisfaction Guarantee New GM Offer for Buick, Chevy, Cadillac, GMC

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Feature Writer Donald Reinhardt

The Dangers of Cash Advances: How Interest Charges and Fees Can Add Up

In: Consumer Responsibility

By: Candice Gillingwater

Renting vs Purchasing Real Estate: Is it Better to live in a Rental Property or Buy a Home?

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Pauline Mascarenhas

Fair Debt Collection: Debt Collectors and Identity Theft

In: Consumer Rights

By: Sally Luxton

The Wallet and Preventing Identity Theft: What to Carry in a Wallet or Purse to Protect Against Fraud

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Feature Writer Tamiko Nicholson

How to Prevent Identity Theft: How Identity Fraud Occurs

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Sally Luxton

Interest Free Credit Card Debt Management: Fees, Repayments and Purchase Price

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Sally Luxton

Is Achieving Rapid Credit Repair Possible? Raising FICO Scores Made Easy

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Feature Writer Asa Ghaffar

Life Insurance for Australians with a Mortgage: Insuring Against Death & Disability Recommended to Cover Mortgage

In: Consumer Responsibility

By: Pauline Mascarenhas

What to do if a Wallet is Stolen or a Purse Lost: Tips to Deal with Stolen Credit Cards or Lost Driver’s Licence

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Feature Writer Tamiko Nicholson

Tax Refunds for Visitors to Canada: Ontario Provides Instant Tax Rebates to Qualified Foreign Shoppers

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Feature Writer Daniel Workman

Identity Theft Software and Services: Handling Identity Protection Alone Vs. Paying a Company for Service

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Michielle Beck

Renting Properties Carry Rights & Obligations: Tenants and Landlords Should Have Written Agreements

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Pauline Mascarenhas

How to Get the Best Charity Credit Card: Donating to Charities is Easy with Cards that Link to Worthy Causes

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Feature Writer Fleur Hupston

How to Improve Credit Score Ratings: Easy Ways to Improve FICO Credit Scores

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Feature Writer Asa Ghaffar

How to Get Free Access to Credit Reports: Know Your FICO Credit Score Before Applying for Credit

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Feature Writer Asa Ghaffar

Can You Repair Bad Credit Fast? How to Recover from a Low FICO Score Rating

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Feature Writer Asa Ghaffar

Car Donation to Medical Research Charities: Donating a Car to Cancer, Diabetes or Kidney Research

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Feature Writer Allen Williams

Post-9/11 GI Bill and College Tuition Hikes: Veterans no Longer Have to Worry About Rising School Costs

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Christopher Pascale

Car Donations to Charity: Donate Vehicles for a Tax Deduction

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Lauren Massie

How to Exchange Damaged or Mutilated Money: Replacement for Shredded Money and Damaged Currency

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Feature Writer Allen Williams

A Guide to Personal Injury Settlements: How to Get the Most Money Out of Compensation Claims

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Carol Finch

Best Restaurant Manners and Etiquette: How to be a Great Restaurant Customer and Get Good Service

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Beth Taylor

Using the Australian Green Vehicle Guide: Greenhouse Rating, Fuel Consumption and More for Australian Cars

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Jo Jackson

2009 Bank Holidays – Days Banks Are Closed: Banking Holiday Schedules – Bank of America, BB&T Closings

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Feature Writer Lena Gott

How to Increase a Low Credit Score: Tips to Improve Your Credit Rating

In: Consumer Rights

By: Feature Writer Francine Morrissette

U.S. Energy Star® Home Appliance Rebate Program: State Government Incentives- Example List of Eligible New Appliances

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Feature Writer Lena Gott

Where to Find Dell & HP Coupons Online: Websites with Updated Codes for Discounts on Laptops & Desktops

In: Buying Online

By: Feature Writer Megan B. Wyatt

United States Government Appliance Rebates: Energy Star® Stimulus Incentives – Obama Cash for Appliances Program

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Feature Writer Lena Gott

Beware of Mystery Shopper Scams- Pass It On: Watch Out for the Secret Shopping Scammers- They Want Your Money

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Christine Fadhley

Wisconsin Do Not Call List: Avoid Telemarketing Calls With No Call Registry

In: Consumer Rights

By: Feature Writer Victoria Nicks

Relationships Required When Purchasing Property: Professional Help Needed to Navigate the Financial & Legal Aspects

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Pauline Mascarenhas

Professional Help Needed When Buying a Home: Knowing How Professionals Can Help Makes Home Purchase Stress Free

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Pauline Mascarenhas

Wait to Change GI Bills: Post-9/11 Vets Get 12 Extra Months of Pay if They Use up Their MGIB

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Christopher Pascale

Thrift Store Shopping 101: Finding The Good Stuff In A Suffering Economy

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Lori Cooper

Affordable Healthcare: Cheaper Health Insurance and Prescription Drugs are Possible

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: John Wu

Cash for Refrigerators – U.S. Stimulus Program: New Energy Star® Appliance Government Rebates Starting in 2009

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Feature Writer Lena Gott

How to Spot Fake Argentine Peso Notes: Four Ways to Test Argentine Currency to Avoid Having Fake Bills

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Tracey Chandler

A Guide to the Structured Insurance Settlement: Being Paid Injury Compensation as a Regular Income May be Useful

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Carol Finch

Cash for Appliances – U.S. Government Rebates: Obama Economic Stimulus Incentives for Energy Star® Home Appliances

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Feature Writer Lena Gott

US Credit-Card Reform Act Becomes Law: What are the Implications of the New Legislation on Credit Cards?

In: Consumer Rights

By: Christine Fadhley

How to Sell a Car: Used Car Checklist & Methods of Selling a Vehicle by Owner

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Feature Writer Lena Gott

Cash for Clunkers Program Is Ending: Government Vouchers for Cars – Federal Vehicle Rebates Winding Down

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Feature Writer Lena Gott

How to Quickly Identify an Internet Scam Site: Recognize Fraudulent Internet Ads and Avoid Them

In: Buying Online

By: Tina Gallagher

Choosing a Fuel Efficient Vehicle: How to Accurately Compare Gas Mileage on New or Used Autos

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Feature Writer Felicia A. Williams

How to Sell a Used Car: Get More Money From Selling Instead of Trading In

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: John Wu

Free Used Car Safety and Reliability Ratings: Take Advantage of No Cost Pre Owned Vehicle Information

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Feature Writer Felicia A. Williams

How to Sell Your House Quickly: Different Methods and Tips for Selling Property Fast

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Feature Writer Fleur Hupston

How to Spot Identity Theft: A Free Identity Fraud Check Could Avoid Problems With ID Theft

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Carol Finch

Cell Phone Rebates: Getting Money Back Costs More

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Christopher Pascale

How to Avoid Identity Theft: Steps to Prevent ID Fraud Could Save Money and Stress

In: Consumer Education (general)

By: Carol Finch

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