The Wall Street Journal reported today that Friday’s string of bank failures brings the total number of failures since September 25, 2008 to 279. The FDIC lists 829 banks as “problem banks,” indicating that bank failures are far from over.
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I once had a professor give my class a speech about using our financial knowledge for good. If you have read every post on this blog, you are in the top few million (probably higher) most financially educated people in the country. You can use that power to better your life, but it can also be used to hurt people.
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On Saturday night, I was out at a bar with some friends when an incredibly cool bar discussion topic came up. We started talking about credit scores and credit reporting. (Now you know my friends are as cool as I am.)
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Chances are, you have a bunch of bills to pay each month. I pay my credit card, power bill, phone/internet bill, two student loans, water/trash bill, and my rent each month. All but one of those offers “Autopay,” a direct withdrawal from my bank account each month to automatically pay my bill. Is that a good deal?
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If you regularly make purchases at any major chain store or online website, you can most likely save 6% or much more (up to 30%) using sites like CardPool.
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I am currently considering a few expensive purchases. I am looking at a new flat screen HDTV to replace my old analog TV. I am considering Lasik eye surgery. I am considering a new road bike. I like nice things and experiences, and I am happy to spend the money if it is something I will really enjoy.
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