New Credit Card Specials Cateogry

We have a new category that will make it easier to find the latest credit card specials, deals and promotions that are available online.

Our credit card specials category specifically focuses on credit cards that currently offer special deals or promotions, such as earning a one-time cash bonus for signing up, a specified number of bonus reward points after making your first purchase with the card, etc.

Be sure to check this new section often, as we will refresh the offerings as soon as updates and/or new offers show up. And, as always, be sure to utilize our extensive knowledge base and ensure that your next credit card decision is a knowledgeable one.

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Choosing Broadband Over Dial-Up Internet Access

Broadband (DSL, cable) Internet access brings with it many benefits, including faster speed when surfing the Internet or downloading files. But broadband also carries a heftier price tag than dial-up most of the time.

Choosing to go with dial-up Internet access can be the right choice in some circumstances, as well. Dial-up can serve as a lower-cost alternative to some of the more expensive Internet access options out there.

Our Choosing an ISP section, which is part of our Internet Access Tips and Advice area, covers this broadband vs. dial-up issue along with other relevant topics.

Utilize our knowledge base to find answers to common questions about Internet service providers (ISPs) and Internet access before searching for ISPs that are available in your area.

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Relevant and Reliable Health Insurance Information

Health insurance can be a complicated and confusing subject, so it’s always nice to have a handful of reputable resources to find reliable information.

A great place to look for any kind of health insurance information is the health insurance section of the Insurance Information Institute Web site.

Topics include:
· Explanations of different kinds of health insurance
· Tips on how to pick a health insurance plan
· Information about changing jobs or becoming unemployed
· Places to find more information regarding health insurance

In addition, if you are seeking insurance information that is specific to the state that you live in, visit the National Association of Insurance Commissioners site, which lists direct links to all State Insurance Department sites.

Once you have a good idea of what you are looking for in a health insurance plan, you can get health insurance quotes from multiple companies. Actively seeking information from reliable sources can help to make your next health insurance decision a knowledgeable one.

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Cell Phone Comparison Tool

Search and Compare Cell Phones by Manufacturer and/or Model

How to compare phones:
· Start at the Cell Phone Comparison Tool
· Enter the manufacturer name or model number of the phones
· Click a phone in the “Phones Found” area to move it into the “Phone to Compare” area
· Click on the “Compare Phones” button when you are ready

You are able to choose up to six cellular phones from various manufacturers and compare them by any available option.

Compare cell phones with our easy-to-use cell phone comparison resource now before searching for the latest cell phone deals that are available in your area. Make sure your next wireless purchase is a knowledgeable one.

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How to stop receiving offers for new credit cards through the mail

If you find yourself consistently receiving unsolicited (and unwanted) credit card offers in the mail, there are a couple of things that you can do to help your cause.

First, you can opt out of receiving pre-screened offers of credit by calling 1-888-OPT-OUT or by visiting OptOutPreScreen.com. You can opt out for a period of five years or permanently.

In addition, the Direct Marketing Association (DMA) has a consumer assistance resource set up where you can you can request the removal of your name and address from prospect mailing lists.

For more detailed information about this topic, see our tip on how to stop unsolicited credit card offers. That tip is part of our new credit card tips and advice area, where you can find questions and answers about various credit card topics.

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Answers to Frequently Asked Questions About Loans

Our Loan FAQ area includes topics related to various types of home loans, student loans and debt consolidation loans. This area was recently updated to include even more relevant information to help you in your decision-making process.

Topics include:
· Explanations of fixed and adjustable rate home loans
· Information about student loan consolidation options
· The costs involved in a debt consolidation program
· And more

Make your next loan decision a knowledgeable one. Check out our Loan FAQ and Loan Glossary before making your next loan decision.

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