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Avoid Overdraft Traps

Watch this Money Talks News video to learn how to avoid the most common overdraft traps. Debit cards are perhaps the most dangerous because of NSF (non-sufficient funds) charges.

Credit Card Skimmer Exposed

Credit card fraud can begin as quickly as a criminal can swipe your credit card. This video demonstrates some of the credit card skimming equipment crooks use to steal credit card numbers. Please visit us online at www.insideIDtheft.info

Credit on Campus

Watch this Money Talks News video to see how to establish good credit while on campus. Even though it's not in any textbook, the secret is o pay off credit cards every single month, in full, on time, without fail.

Debitman Offers New Credit Cards

Watch this video about debit and credit cards on HowStuffWorks. 80% of fees that merchants are charged when customers use a credit or debit card flow to the card issuer, but yet these fees continue to increase. See how Debitman is fighting to be an altern

Defending Against Debt Collectors

According to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, debt collectors have the right to call, email or contact you in person, but there are rules about how they do this. Video courtesy of Money Talks News.

Emotional Affects of Bankruptcy

Watch this Money Talks video to learn about the emotional and psychological affects of people going through bankruptcy. The CARE (Credit Abuse Resistance Education) group visits schools and gives advice to teach kids better money management skills.

Hoarding: Retail Therapy

Licensed psychologist Dr. Rebecca Beaton works with compulsive hoarder Brad to help him deal with his feelings without shopping.

How Identity Theft Works

Identity theft is the fastest growing crime in the U.S. Learn about identity theft in this video by HowStuffWorks

Planet 100: Top 7 Green Corporations of 2010

Cutting up the credit cards is probably the greenest thing anyone could do. But when the time comes to buy new stuff, there's no reason to feel guilty, especially when choosing a company that respects the environment as much as the bottom line.

Smart Uses for Credit Cards

Watch this Money Talks News video to learn a few smart uses for credit cards. Besides paying off your cards in full each month and building a solid credit rating, you should look for cards that offer extended warranties and rewards programs.

The 3 Best Credit Cards

Watch this Money Talks News video to learn which three credit cards are the best to have in your purse or wallet. The keys to look for are lowest rate, cash back and travel rewards.

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