Financial Services Features Archives

No Rewards, Rare Incentives: Why Pay with PayPal Cards In-Store?

By Louis Ramirez, dealnews Senior Feature Writer

Last week, PayPal announced a plan to expand its mobile wallet service to an estimated 2 million stores by year's end. But what are the consumer incentives behind leaving that easy-to-use credit card at home and instead reaching for a PayPal card instead?

Published 1 week 5 days ago

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Pay-As-You-Drive Insurance: Helping Safe and Savvy Drivers Save Money

We hear you're a safe driver, but you're probably paying too much for car insurance. But that may soon change, as the industry is dipping its toe into the water of pay-as-you-drive insurance, also known as usage-based insurance. So what's it all about?

Published December 4, 2012

The 8 Best Store Credit Cards with Perks

Store credit cards usually aren't the best credit cards to have, especially if they offer just 3% back for purchases at flagship stores and only 1% when you shop elsewhere. But for people who frequently shop at one store and pay their balances in full each month, the perks of using a specific retailer’s credit card can be worthwhile. We researched the eight best store credit cards to own.

Published June 5, 2012

10 Ways to Save to Pay off Student Loan Debt

Student loan debt can put recent grads behind in their new adult lives, so any way they can pay it off more quickly is beneficial. Here then are a few basic cost-cutting measures that will add up to savings that can be put toward paying off student loans as quickly as possible.

Published May 9, 2012

Top 5 Rewards Credit Cards for Gassing Up at the Pump

By David Bakke, guest contributor from Money Crashers

As we mentioned in a feature from yesterday, gas prices will continue to rise next year, and already, the average American spends approximately $1,600 per year on gas for their car. Rather than just accept this growing expenditure, take a look at these five rewards credit cards with no annual fees that will help you save on your purchases at the pump throughout the year.

Published December 28, 2011

How to Avoid Overspending During the Holidays

It's so easy to overspend during the holiday season if you aren't careful; constantly making purchases throughout the month can add up. But nobody wants to kick off the new year with a load of debt! Be wise about your shopping habits this year by keeping in mind a few of these tips to avoid overspending.

Published November 29, 2011

Best Deals for Credit Cards Come from Credit Unions

By Mitch Lipka, dealnews Consumer Advocate

Two years ago, the rules for credit cards changed dramatically. Now a new study shows that while things have gotten better for consumers, the best changes have come from a specific type of card that offers lower interest rates and fewer fees. Consumer advocate Mitch Lipka explains.

Published May 12, 2011

Savings accounts that force you to save

Saving up for a big ticket item? In order to help, we've dug up accounts that automatically deposit money into your savings when you do everyday things like use your debit card or pay your bills online. So whether you're saving for a short-term goal, like a new computer, or just looking to fatten your emergency funds, these methods are a fool-proof way for the lazy person to save money, all FDIC-insured.

Published September 24, 2008