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Getting Off the Balance Transfer Merry-Go-Round

Denial may work when you have enough income to pay your credit card balances down once they get too high. But on a Social Security income, you won’t have that luxury

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Can I Remove Myself as a Credit Card Co-Signer?

Co-signing can be a great way to help a loved one take his or her first step down the credit path. But once you’re on the account, it can be tricky to remove your name from it

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One False Move Can Ruin a Balance Transfer

It is possible to save money with 0 percent APR balance transfers, but to do so, you do need to make all the right moves

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Closing a Credit Card Doesn't Always Hurt Scores

She wants to cancel her oldest credit card, but doesn’t want her credit score to suffer. Our expert explains how to limit the damage

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Credit-Sharing Tips for Newlyweds

Just because you’re ready to share your life with someone doesn’t mean you have to share credit. Even married couples need some financial breathing room

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