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546 - When to Cancel a Credit Card? 10 Dos and Don’ts to Follow

546 - When to Cancel a Credit Card? 10 Dos and Don’ts to Follow

If you've been thinking about canceling a credit card, it’s critical to understand how it will affect your entire financial life. Laura covers 10 dos…

6.12.20 Monitoring your credit score is even more important right now; Clark Stinks

6.12.20 Monitoring your credit score is even more important right now; Clark Stinks

With many payments being deferred right now some creditors are making inaccurate reports to the credit bureaus. So watch your credit score closely! …

6.2.20 Amazon is releasing a new Fire HD tablet; PayPal's new credit card is actually great

6.2.20 Amazon is releasing a new Fire HD tablet; PayPal's new credit card is actually great

Amazon has solid tablets at really great prices. And they have just released a new version. PayPal's older credit card offering just wasn't that gre…

Ask HTM - Applying for a Credit Card with Frozen Credit, Paying Down Student Loans vs Investing, and Purchasing a Used Car without a Local Bank #208

Ask HTM - Applying for a Credit Card with Frozen Credit, Paying Down Student Loans vs Investing, an…

We’re kicking off the week by answering your questions! And if you have a question for us, we’d love for you to submit your own via HowToMoney.com/as…

Credit Card Companies Cutting Limits and Postponing Mortgage Payments #195

Credit Card Companies Cutting Limits and Postponing Mortgage Payments #195

Friday episodes are all about the effects of Covid-19 on your personal finances. There’s a lot of news and information out there, but we are distilli…

4.24.20 Unemployment payment mishaps; Google's new ad policy; Credit card limits being cut; Banks approaching mortgage forbearance poorly

4.24.20 Unemployment payment mishaps; Google's new ad policy; Credit card limits being cut; Banks a…

Some of the states are handling unemployment claims incredibly poorly. Clark talks about how Florida and Texas are having major issues disbursing tho…

3.25.20 Specifics on relief bill; Talking to your credit card company; Healthcare exchanges reopening; Which companies are hiring

3.25.20 Specifics on relief bill; Talking to your credit card company; Healthcare exchanges reopeni…

Clark discusses the stimulus bill deal that finally came together on Wednesday morning. It has not yet become law but some of the details of what thi…

Ask HTM - Day Trading, Student Credit Cards, and Utilizing a VA Loan to Purchase a Home #178

Ask HTM - Day Trading, Student Credit Cards, and Utilizing a VA Loan to Purchase a Home #178

We’re kicking off the week by answering your questions! And if you have a question for us, we’d love for you to submit your own via HowToMoney.com/as…

Playing the Credit Card Game

Playing the Credit Card Game

In this episode, Quint and Daniel discuss the rewards you can earn from credit cards and if there's such a thing as too many credit card.

628 - What is Credit Card APR and Why Should You Care?

628 - What is Credit Card APR and Why Should You Care?

Knowing your credit card APR is crucial for your overall financial health. Money Girl is here to help you understand APR and how it gets calculated o…

2.12.20 Amazon vs Costco; Maxing out your credit cards; Cheap home security options expanded

2.12.20 Amazon vs Costco; Maxing out your credit cards; Cheap home security options expanded

Wall Street analysts predicted the demise of Costco Wholesale not that long ago, believing it had no chance against Amazon. But Costco and Sam’s Club…

Prioritizing Credit Card Debt

Prioritizing Credit Card Debt

In this episode, Quint and Daniel answer another listener's question concerning paying off credit card debt while paying life's expenses at the same …

1.27.20 Coronavirus impact; FedEx email scam; FICO credit score changes

1.27.20 Coronavirus impact; FedEx email scam; FICO credit score changes

We face unknowns with the Coronavirus outbreak. Some practical matters to be aware of. Historically, odds favor the virus not becoming widespread in …

Ask Paula: Help! My Mom or Dad Took Out a Credit Card in My Name. Am I On the Hook?

Ask Paula: Help! My Mom or Dad Took Out a Credit Card in My Name. Am I On the Hook?

#229: Normally, we’re a once-a-week podcast, with episodes airing every Monday. But on the first Friday of every month, we have a First Friday bonus …

Ask HTM - Where a Minor Should Save and Invest, Security Concerns with Budgeting Apps, and Financing a Car to Boost Credit Score #144

Ask HTM - Where a Minor Should Save and Invest, Security Concerns with Budgeting Apps, and Financin…

This week on the podcast we’re answering your questions! 1 - Should I close a credit card that has a $40 annual fee? 2 - As a minor with my first job…

11.6.19 Credit score help for licensed professionals; Krispy Kreme follow-up; Cancelling subscriptions

11.6.19 Credit score help for licensed professionals; Krispy Kreme follow-up; Cancelling subscripti…

Roughly 20% of American adults have no credit file at all. There’s not enough data to establish credit risk. Around 25% of American adults have low c…