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Beware of Russian Dating Scams
The bad guys are all over the Internet and have infiltrated dating sites in hopes of making money illegally.
Your Mortgage Application May Trigger Competing Offers
If you are in the market to buy a house you may start getting contacted by everyone and their uncle.
Financial Readiness: How Prepared Are You?
Here are some tips to make sure that you are prepared financially.
What Is Utility Credit?
Will you be left in the dark if you can't get utility credit?
What Are Prescreened Offers of Credit and Insurance?
You may call it junk mail or it may be the answer to your financial woes.
Some Credit Information You May Not Know
Here is some credit information that you may not have heard of before.
Getting Credit When You’re Over 62
Credit is an important money management tool for both young and older consumers. Yet the elderly, particularly older women may find it difficult to get credit.
What Does Equal Credit Opportunity Mean?
Credit is used by millions of consumers to finance an education or a house, remodel a home, or get a small business loan.
Keeping Close Tabs on Your Account
You need to know that banks are not infallible; they can and do make mistakes.
What Is Electronic Check Conversion?
Have you joined the electronic check age? Questions and answers for you.
What Are Your Legal Rights When It Comes To Online Banking
Many people use online banks for their ease of use but what are your legal rights?
What Is Credit and Debit Card Blocking?
What is credit or debit card blocking and how does it affect you?
What Kind Of Credit Card Should You Get?
There are many choices in credit card land. How do you make an educated decision?
Always Protect Your Credit Cards
You are the first line of defense for your credit cards. These are the things you can do to minimize your risk.
Receiving Your First Credit Card
You applied for and received your first credit card – now what?
Beware Of Foreclosure Rescue Scams
Foreclosures across America are definitely on the rise with the sub-prime mess the lenders got us into.
Questions to Ask When Choosing a Debt Management Counselor
Have you reached a point in your life where you need a Debt Management Program (DMP)?
Be On The Alert to Mortgage Scams
The scam artists are lurking right around the corner looking to take over your house.
Ways To Save Money (Part 7)
With the price of oil and gas going higher and higher, credit card debt, and the sub-prime mess, we are all looking for ways to save a few dollars.
Ways To Save Money (Part 6)
With the price of oil and gas going through the roof, debt restructuring, and sub-prime confusion, we are all looking for ways to save a few dollars.
Before You File for Personal Bankruptcy Get Educated
Information about credit counseling and debtor education
Solving Your Credit Problems
Your credit report can influence your purchasing power, as well as your opportunity to get a job, rent or buy an apartment or a house, and buy insurance.
What Is The Credit Repair Organizations Act?
You need to know what the rules and regulations regarding credit are so that you get a fair shake.
Information On Credit Repair Scams
With many people on the verge of bankruptcy, you need to be careful about credit repair scams.
What Are Advance Fee Loan Scams?
If you have poor or no credit, you may be a target of advance fee loan scam artists.
Is Bankruptcy The Answer To Your Woes?
Bankruptcy is usually the last resort choice when you get into debt.
What You Need To Know About Auto And Home Loans
Getting the best interest on a car or home loan is all up to you.
Accurate Negative Information And Controlling Your Debt
Checking your credit report for inaccurate information is essential. Your credit score depends on it.
What Are Debt Negotiation Programs?
Are debt negotiation and debt management programs the same thing?
Insurance And Your Credit Report (Part II)
This is a continuation of an article entitled Insurance and Your Credit Report.
Insurance And Your Credit Report (Part I)
Most of you know that lenders use credit reports for determining interest rates on your credit card or mortgage. Did you also know that insurance companies check your credit too?
Can Telemarketing Fraud Happen To You?
Too many consumers are losing money to fraudulent telemarketers.
Questions and Answers on Home Foreclosure and Debt Cancellation
The Mortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief Act of 2007 generally allows taxpayers to exclude income from the discharge of debt on their principal residence.
What Are Living Trust Scams
If you are considering a living trust, be careful. There are scam artists everywhere.
What Is Mortgage Fraud For Profit?
If you are having a hard time paying your mortgage, you may be contacted by unscrupulous individuals offering to help. Beware.
What Are Subprime Mortgage Loans?
You certainly have heard or read news about the subprime mortgage loan mess that the United States is currently suffering from. But, what exactly is a subprime?
Subprime Mortgage Loan Scams
The current subprime mortgage mess has caused a marked increase in scams.
Basic Financial Information Tips (Part II)
Here are some additional financial tips, definitions, and information that will hopefully help you save money or get out of debt.
Basic Financial Information Tips (Part I)
Here are some financial tips, definitions, and information that will hopefully help you save money or get out of debt.
If You Really Must Borrow
Before you borrow, compare! Find the best deal available to you.
How To Stay Out Of Debt
Once you have completed that uphill struggle to get out of debt, you need to stay out of debt forever.
How To Get Out Of Debt More Quickly
It won't happen over night, but you can get out of debt and do it a little faster if you follow these steps.
Debt Money and Happiness
Money doesn’t create happiness, but the lack of money, or excessive debt, can destroy it
Credit Card Debt And Security Risks
An individual who is financially overextended is at risk of engaging in illegal acts to generate funds.
Get On The Road to Financial Recovery (Part II)
Learn how others can help you help yourself on the road back to financial recovery.
Get On The Road to Financial Recovery (Part I)
If you have gotten yourself into debt, don’t despair. You can help yourself get your life and your good credit reputation back.
Thailand Smoking Ban Goes Into Effect
A new law banning smoking in restaurants, bars and even open-air markets went into effect in February, 2008.
Financial Fitness Checklist
Take the financial fitness checklist and see where you stand with your finances.
Collection Agencies And Your Rights
What are the rules and regulations governing collection agencies?
Dealing With Debt
Credit card debt can be an extreme burden but you can dig yourself out of debt.
Telephone Number Fraud
Don’t confuse toll free 800 numbers with big charge 900 numbers.
Credit Card Words to the Wise
If you are considering getting a credit card, here are some words to the wise to keep you out of trouble.
Credit Reporting And Your Bottom Line
How do credit reports affect your bottom line and what can you do to improve your credit score?
How To Prevent Credit Card Fraud
Thieves are always looking for ways to access your credit card. Here are some tips to protect your credit card.
Extending SIM Card Usage In Thailand
Having a cell phone while on holiday in Thailand and using a local SIM card is a time and money saver.
Improving Your Credit Report and Score
Do you really know how important your credit report really is?
A Review Of Bontonmairimnam Restaurant
One of the things that I look forward to on my visits to Khon Kaen, Thailand is eating.
Are You Monitoring Your Credit?
If you are not monitoring your credit and your credit reports, you may be in for a big surprise.
Khon Kaen Traditional Breakfast
Kai krata is the traditional breakfast in many parts of northeast Thailand.
Making Sure Your Credit Report Is Correct
Incorrect information on your credit report can cost you dearly.
Do You Have Healthy Credit?
Have you ever wondered about credit reports, credit scores and how to protect your personal information?
Debt Collection And The Law | Know Your Rights
Are creditors hassling you at all hours of the day and night? Is this legal?
Security Concerns and Treatment for Compulsive Gambling
Is your company at risk because one of your employees is a compulsive gambler?
Compulsive Gambling Behaviors Observable in the Workplace
Do you know how to tell if one of your co-workers may be a compulsive gambler?
What Are the Indicators of Compulsive Gambling?
Are you a compulsive gambler but you remain in denial?
Are You Becoming a Compulsive Gambler?
Compulsive gambling is an illness similar to alcoholism. If you think you may be a compulsive gambler, please seek help.
What Is Compulsive Gambling?
How do you know if you are a compulsive gambler and what can you do if you are?
Questions And Answers About Foreclosures
Here are some common questions and answers about foreclosures.
Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA) Common Questions
Reservists, guardsmen and other military personnel can find answers to questions about mortgage payment relief and protection from foreclosure provided by the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act of 2003 (formerly The Soldiers' and Sailors' Civil Relief Act of 1940).
What Are Debt Negotiation Programs?
Have you reached a point in your financial woes where you want to contact your credit card company and try to negotiate a payoff?
What Are Debt Management Plans?
If your financial problems stem from too much debt or your inability to repay your debts, a credit counseling agency may recommend that you enroll in a debt management plan (DMP).
Measuring Your Fiscal Fitness
Do you need help managing your debt? Here are some tips on choosing a credit counselor.
How To Avoid Credit-Related Scams
With foreclosures at record highs, and credit card defaults soaring, be aware of scam artists and their claims of quick fixes.
10 Common Homeowner Complaints
Ten problems every homeowner should be aware of…. and avoid.
How Do I Get A Home Equity Credit Line Of Credit?
Sometimes it makes sense to use the equity in your property and borrow money against the value of your house.
Are You Thinking About Refinancing Your Home?
With interest rates at the lowest in years, it may be time to consider refinancing your home.
What Is Homestead Protection?
Do you know how to protect your home if you get sued?
Are You Facing Foreclosure?
What can you do if you receive a foreclosure notice?
Avoid Predatory Lenders and Get a Good Home Loan
How to avoid predatory lenders and get a good home loan.
Will Legalized Gambling Help Or Hurt Thailand?
There is talk once again about legalizing gambling in Thailand and opening a casino.
The Long Road To Casino Gambling In Thailand
Thailand has faced many hurdles whenever the legalized gambling issue is raised, but it looks like the finish line is getting closer.
Is There A Casino In Thailand's Near Future?
According to a recent talk show, it looks like the gambling tide has changed in Thailand.
What Is A Reverse Mortgage And Should You Get One?
Reverse mortgages are for senior citizens who own homes and want monthly income.
Protecting Yourself From Identity Theft Is Easier Than You Think
Protect yourself from Identity Theft – It’s easier than you think.
How To Establish Credit
Your first credit card or loan is the hardest to get. If you’ve never had credit, you have no credit history.
How To Improve Your Credit Record Legally
Don’t be a victim of quick credit repair scams. Do your homework first.
What Is Credit Denial And What Can You Do About It?
If you apply for a credit card or a loan and the company turns you down, they must send you a written notice within 30 days.
Review Your Credit Report And Correct Errors
You can get a free credit report every 12 months and should check it religiously for errors.
Life without plastic in Thailand
What would the Thai people do without plastic?
Controlled Chaos In A Thai Mega Store
Will the Thai's ever learn to shop in a mall?
Travel And Terrorism
Terrorist acts occur unpredictably, making it impossible to protect yourself absolutely.
What Happens If You Are Arrested Overseas?
If you are going overseas, avoid drugs at all costs.
Required Travel Documents For Your Overseas Holiday
What are the passport requirements for your trip & how do you apply for a passport?
Are You A Newbie Going To Pattaya Thailand?
If you are going to Pattaya, Thailand for the first time, you should learn from someone else's experience so you don’t make newbie mistakes.
Did I Forget To Pack Anything?
On your way to the airport there always seems to a gnawing feeling that you forgot to pack something for your trip.
Where To Go In Thailand?
You have decided to visit Thailand for your holiday, but where do you go?
Credit Card Claims and Defenses
Sometimes you have a dispute over goods or services that were defective or not delivered.
Credit Card Disputes And Billing Errors
State and federal laws give you the right to dispute credit card billing errors and have them corrected. This article explains how to handle billing disputes with your credit card company.
Credit Cards And Scams
The bad guys are always coming up with new ways to part you from your hard earned money.
Here Are Some Tips to Avoid Telephone Fraud
There are always people trying to con you out of your money. Many do it over the telephone.
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