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Cutting Edge: Bank of America Ends Overdraft Fees

Customers may find relief in new policy nixing the extra charges

Bank of America customers say sayonara to overdraft fees.

By Renita Burns

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Green Credit Cards

Is an environmentally conscious credit card right for you?

Everyone close to Chanté Evans, 30, knows
being “green” is a priority for her. Each year…

By Leslie E. Royal

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Building Wealth

Ebony Smith seeks the tools to increase her net worth

Ebony Smith says losing her job was a blessing in disguise. In 2008, the former…

By Sheryl Nance-Nash

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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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Staying on Track

Dasha Lundy seeks to establish a strong financial foundation-with or without a mate

Like mother, like daughter. And that’s just fine by Dasha Lundy. Her mother taught her…

By Sheryl Nance-Nash

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A Life Raft for Student Loan Borrowers

Task force recommendation could lessen repayment load

If you’re experiencing financial difficulty, student loan payments can feel like a weight on your…

By Sheiresa Ngo

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Credit Inquiries—Hard Pulls vs. Soft Pulls

Here's the lowdown on how multiple inquiries impact your credit score

Learn how certain types of inquiries on your credit report can impact your credit standing.

By LaToya M. Smith

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3 Things to Know About Debt Collectors

What they can and can�t do when collecting on a debt

While the days of debt collectors sending sheriffs to your home are long gone, for…

By Renita Burns

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Help! My Dad Has a Credit Card in My Name

What to do when a family member steals your identity

When “Jonathan” was 14-years-old, his Dad opened a few credit cards and acquired a few…

By Renita Burns

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