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Pros and Cons of Credit Card Balance Transfers

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Are credit card balance transfers a good thing? Today on the rich & Regular podcast, Kiersten and Julien talk about what credit balance transfers are, who they’re good for, and what you should be aware of. Charging interest and fees is how banks make their money, so be mindful of how you’re managing your debt.

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Should I Use a Balance Transfer Card to Manage My Debt?

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You may often see mail or banner ads from banks and credit card companies for a balance transfer card. These ads might seem like a dream come true, offering 0% interest on any amount you transfer up to your credit limit. What is a balance transfer card? You won’t add debt to either card.

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11 Strategies for Managing Stress

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The root of stress management is realizing stress is information that we can examine and use, and the first step in understanding that data is becoming mindful of our stress and its impact upon us, says Kathleen Hall, founder of The Stress Institute in Atlanta. Manage your time better. Express your feelings instead of bottling them up.

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Credit cards going green

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With environmentally friendly products becoming more mainstream and readily available, credit card issuers have begun to roll out products, services, and rewards that have a focus on going green. Credit card companies and banks have long come under scrutiny for not doing enough to battle the effects on the climate.

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Money Remains a Top Stressor for U.S. Adults—Here Are Some Tips to Better Manage Stress (and Finances)

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Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that roughly two-thirds of our economy is fueled by consumer spending, much of it in the form of credit card debt. One recent survey by the credit card comparison website CardHub observed that consumers added a total of $87.3 billion increase during the fourth quarter alone.

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Business Travel Is Back: How to Maximize Your Miles

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As Neff has learned, one key to doing that is having a good rewards credit card—and taking advantage of everything it has to offer. The right credit card for your business travel needs will depend on several factors, including the size and maturity of your business, your expense levels and your credit profile.

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4 Simple Steps to Securely Send Credit Card Information

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Many business owners find themselves in a situation where they are asked to send their credit card information in order to finalize a business transaction. Ask your VA/service provider if she has a Credit Card Authorization form that she can send to you, and you fax back to her. But first, a word of caution ….