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Ask Your Advocate: Protecting Your Identity While Shopping

Know your rights when asked for ID

When I pay for an item with a credit card, sometimes I’m asked to show…

By Sheiresa Ngo

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Cyberwise: How to Choose an E-Reader

I really want to get an e-reader, but I’m not sure which one is right…

By Dale Coachman

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Beware of Census Scams

Fill out your form, but keep in mind these four tips to keep you and your information safe

It’s that time again. The deadline to submit your census form is drawing near–April 1,…

By Sheiresa Ngo

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Protect Your Privacy

Once it's gone, it�s hard to get it back. Avoid these three common mistakes.

In this fast-paced, digital age, everyone is connected. Unfortunately, that makes it very easy for…

By Sheiresa Ngo

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Six Ways to Save

These tips will help you build a cash cushion in no time

Whether you need a professional financial plan or just a “Savings 101” refresher, these six…

By Keesa Schreane

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Navigating the Abyss of Airline Customer Service

Steps for getting a complaint resolved

I flew the friendly skies for my honeymoon last month. The honeymoon was great but…

By Sheiresa Ngo

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Cutting Edge: Check Yourself with Self-Checkout

How paying more attention can save you dollars

When it comes to budgeting your dollars, paying attention to every detail—from the coupons you…

By Renita Burns

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Ask Your Advocate: Winter Heating Bill Woes

How to lighten the load on your wallet

My heating bill tends to be very high each winter. What can I do to…

By Sheiresa Ngo

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Credit Card Reform Starts Today

Consumers gain rights with new provisions

The landmark legislation that Obama signed in the spring of 2009 that was designed to…

By Renita Burns

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Get Ready For The New Credit Card Rules

Excellent advice from the National Foundation for Credit Counseling

The clock is ticking toward implementation of the Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure Act…

By BLACK ENTERPRISE

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