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Can Your Credit Limit Decrease?

Have you ever hadyour credit card denied only to find out that your credit limit had beenlowered? According to the Fair Credit Reporting Act, the credit card issuer canlower your limit at any time, and they are not...
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9 Common Money Myths

Part of knowing how tomanage your finances involves clearing up some misconceptions about money. Seehow many of these common money myths you believe.
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Getting Advice on Money Matters

When we have a toothache, we see a dentist. If we're plaguedwith personal problems, we might see a counselor. But when we need advice aboutfinances, many of us don't know where to look. The common tendency is to...
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Home Improvement Projects: DIY or Pro?

If youhave a home improvement project, should you do it yourself (DIY) or hire a pro?Even if you're handy with tools and think you can save money, consider thesefactors first.
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Organize Your Finances in 5 Steps

Doyou know your net worth? Or how much you spend each month, and on what? Or howmuch you can expect from your pension plan or Social Security in retirement? Amajority of the population will answer "no," saying...
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Define Your Retirement Before You Set the Date

As youapproach retirement, do you plan to work longer than your full retirement age?Before you decide on the date of your retirement, take some time to define thelook of your retirement. Think about the intangible...