Overdraft protection comes under scrutiny
December 17th, 2006
Overdraft protection programs that save many people from the embarrassment of bouncing a check -- but which often carry heavy charges -- may soon come under regulatory scrutiny.
5 types of overdraft programs
December 17th, 2006
The FDIC is proposing a study of the following overdraft protection programs being offered by various financial institutions.
Quitclaim won’t cut it for home buyout
December 16th, 2006
Simply relinquishing your claim to ownership does not remove the ongoing financial responsibilities, says Real Estate Adviser Steve McLinden.
Home equity poll
December 15th, 2006
If you have a HELOC, how have rising interest rates affected you?
Car-sharing picks up speed
December 15th, 2006
Car-sharing allows urbanites to have a car without the hassle -- and expense -- of owning one.
10 tax changes you need to know
December 15th, 2006
The recently passed pension bill has tax provisions to help, and hinder, retirement savers, charitable givers and college payers.
Interest Rate Roundup
December 15th, 2006
Here's a look at the state of interest rates on five common consumer banking products and the latest rates from Bankrate.com's weekly national survey of large banks and thrifts.
Holiday tipping etiquette
December 15th, 2006
The who, how and why for tipping during this festive time of year
Taxing required minimum distributions
December 15th, 2006
By having taxes withheld when you take your RMDs, you avoid the need to make quarterly estimated tax payments, says CPA George Saenz.
Sorry, that oral agreement is enforceable
December 15th, 2006
No matter how much it hurts to owe $25,000 to an ex-boyfriend, the terms of the loan's verbal agreement are enforceable if it meets three tests, says the Debt Adviser.
