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College is a time of many new things. Students gain independence and, for many, their first taste of managing money. With all the excitement, there are…

The Exxon Mobil Smart Card+ credit card is a no-frills “cents-off-per-gallon” gas station card that can help holders save money at the pumps. But stacked up…

Current national debt as of 28-March-2025U.S. Department of the Treasury The U.S. economy, not about to collapse, is also far from stable, strong, and worry-free, as…

A group of states are pursuing similar efforts to cap credit card interchange fees, endangering rewards programs that customers value, and raising concerns about an illegal…

A student works in the library on the campus of American University in Washington, D.C., U.S., March 20, 2025.Nathan Howard | ReutersThe more than 9 million…

Having trouble with debt? You’re not alone. Many Americans struggle with bills, especially with rising costs. In fact, Americans owe almost $18 trillion! This makes paying…

Dear Penny, My 81-year-old mom fell victim to a debt collector for a decades-old debt. They even told her she had to go to court over…

The North Carolina House of Representatives this week passed a measure that would allow credit unions to expand into markets underserved by banks.Adobe Stock Credit unions…

Business credit cards Corporate credit cards Who’s liable? The business owner usually signs a personal guarantee, making themself liable for all debt (including any debt charged…

Credit cards can be powerful financial tools. However, mismanaging them often results in finance charges that increase the total cost of borrowing. Such charges include the…