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Review: Strong passwords and other security tips

It's OK to use simple passwords and repeat them in those types of situations, as long as the password isn't unlocking features that involve credit cards or posting on a message board.

Average credit card debt falls, late payments rise

The average credit card debt per borrower in the U.S. fell 1.6 percent to $5,122 from the last three months of 2011, though it grew 2.5 percent from the July-September quarter, TransUnion said.

Know travel goals before selecting a rewards card

The first thing to do is start with a travel goal, says Gary Leff, who has been giving advice about free travel and credit cards since 2002 on his blog View from the Wing.

Consumers coming back, but they may not run up credit cards

But within that overall number, revolving consumer credit - which is credit cards and other loans that don't have fixed payment schedules - grew by an annual rate of just 0.1 percent.

Play your (credit) cards right for a free vacation

WHICH CARD SUITS YOUThe first thing to do is start with a travel goal, says Gary Leff, who has been giving advice about free travel and credit cards since 2002 on his blog View from the Wing.

18 charged in $200 million credit card scam

In one example, prosecutors allege that a defendant used a 6-year-old boy's Social Security number to obtain a fake utility bill used to open credit card accounts.

6 tips to get out from under holiday debt in 2013

Some of the most popular apps include Mint.com and Pageonce, which draw data from bank, credit card and other accounts to give users a comprehensive view of their finances and spending.

Why gift cards may not be the perfect gift after all

Beware as well: About 75 percent of the gift cards sold via banks and credit cards charge a fee of up to $3 a month if the card is not used for 12 months or more, the survey noted.

Retailers appeal $7.2B credit card fee settlement

Visa, MasterCard and other card companies agreed in July to settle a lawsuit brought by retailers who claimed card issuers conspired to fix the fees they charge stores for accepting credit cards.

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