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Care needed when using debit cards
Aug 1 2007 7:56PM (CT)
NEW YORK (AP) - Americans are increasingly reaching for their debit cards rather than their credit cards when they're out shopping. Because using a debit card triggers an immediate withdrawal from a checking or savings account, it's not much different from writing a check or using cash _ and that can make it easier for consumers to budget. Another advantage is that consumers don't have to worry about big credit card bills arriving at the end of the month.
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Group imagines 'ideal' credit card
Aug 1 2007 6:20PM (CT)
NEW YORK (AP) - Imagine a credit card that lets consumers set restrictions for its use _ for example disallowing cash advances. And sends out alerts by mobile phone or e-mail if there's a major change in the account. And promises help in resolving ID theft or fraud.
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Dollar cost averaging can help investors
Aug 1 2007 5:52AM (CT)
NEW YORK (AP) - With the stock market resembling more bronco than bull in recent weeks, some investors accustomed to a steadier ride might be tempted to step aside and wait for calm to return.
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