Friday’s need-to-know money news

bankruptcyToday’s top story: Dispelling bankruptcy myths. Also in the news: The dangers of credit card checks, the fine print of your car and home insurance, and why many Americans still struggle with credit.

5 Bankruptcy Myths Dispelled
Bankruptcy mythbusting.

Don’t Cash That Credit Card Check Until You Read This
Proceed with caution.

Is it covered? Check your car/home insurance IQ
Examining the fine print.

Many Americans Continue To Struggle With Credit
Access remains a problem.

Thursday’s need-to-know money news

Zemanta Related Posts ThumbnailToday’s top story: How to improve your credit score by strategically using your credit cards. Also in the news: Avoiding common debt traps, five store credit cards you should avoid, and what to do when your financial situation leads to depression.

7 Credit Card Strategies to Help Your Credit
How to use your cards to improve your credit score.

Pay, Spend, Pay: How This Debt Mistake Can Set You Back
Avoiding the debt trap.

Don’t get credit cards from these 5 stores
Not unless you’re comfortable with interest rates in the mid-twenties.

7 Steps to Defeat Money Depression
What to do when financial stress gets the best of you.

How To Compare Home Insurance Companies
How to make sure you get the right policy for your home.

Friday’s need-to-know money news

My first carBusting credit myths, credit goals for 20-somethings, and the evolving list of what your home insurance will and won’t cover.

6 Credit Myths That Can Wreck Your Finances
It’s time to bust some credit myths.

10 Amazing Pieces Of Financial Advice Stuffed Into 1 Cheat Sheet
Everything you need on a simple index card.

5 Critical Financial Goals for 20-Somethings (Hint: One Goal Makes You ‘Poorer’)
With adulthood comes great financial responsibility.

5 Bad Habits of New Car Owners That Ruin a Vehicle’s Value
You’ve got to treat your new baby right.

6 Things Home Insurance Won’t Cover
Sharknado, yes. Mold, no.