At first glance, it seems like a good idea: you open a credit card with a low interest rate and transfer all of your balances from high-interest accounts to that one card. By consolidating you both simplify and lower your payments. But with credit card companies, if it sounds easy and like it’s a customer benefit, it’s probably neither. I should know: I used to work in credit.
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NECN In Focus: Dealing with deflation
Today’s In Focus, dealing with deflation. Investors and economists are concerned that falling prices could be a big problem in this down economy.
NECN Ask Jennifer: Keeping credit report clean
Keeping your credit report clean is so important. How do you block unwanted activity on your credit report?
NECN In Focus: Jennifer Lane on identity theft
Protecting your personal information is critical. Tonight we discuss the necessary steps to safeguard your credit and personal data.
