Credit card fraud: Reporting window, rules and protection tips explained

Reporting Timeframe Vigilance is crucial for Indian consumers. Report suspicious transactions immediately and block your card. Reporting within 72 hours ensures full consumer protection, and banks must resolve the issue within 90 days. Don'ts...

Personal Loans for Emergency Situations: Why They’re the Best Financial Safety Net

Personal Loans for Emergency Situations: Why They’re the Best Financial Safety Net Published 11:46 pm Wednesday, June 18, 2025 Image source: https://www.pexels.com/photo/a-person-holding-money-5466819/ Life often throws unexpected challenges your...

Your savings account is quietly robbing you, says financial advisor

You save diligently. You cut back on luxuries. You park your hard-earned money in a savings account or a fixed deposit, thinking it's the safe and responsible thing to do. But what if that very habit is slowly eating into your wealth? Financial...

Money market account vs. savings account: What’s the difference?

Money market accounts combine savings features with checking-like access through debit cards and check-writing. The top high-yield savings accounts currently earn up to 4.50 percent APY, while top money market accounts earn up to 4 percent APY....

Sonja Steyn | The full picture: Why financial advice must start with you

19-06-25 / Sonja Steyn Sonja Steyn | The full picture: Why financial advice must start with you We live in a world of contradictions "Go big or go home" we are told - but also, "live within your means." "Secure the bag" - but also, "save for a...

Letters: Lower credit card fees will help La. small businesses

Louisiana’s small businesses are the backbone of our economy, but we are being squeezed by credit card swipe fees that have grown unchecked. That’s why Congress must pass the Marshall-Durbin Amendment as part of the GENIUS Act — to finally...

Ryanair's brutal 10-word response after couple try and fail to use money-saving trick

Simon Green and Sophie Roberts Head of Social Newsdesk 08:50, 19 Jun 2025 A couple were livid after their money-saving measures backfired at the airport – and took to social media to complain to Ryanair after a stressful travel day. However,...

Home chef shares money-saving method to make the most of popular produce item: 'Stop wasting food scraps'

With well over 700 million people experiencing hunger around the globe, eliminating food waste has been a high priority for many people. One popular home chef shared a video that aimed to give viewers tips on how to make use of every part of their...

Last-minute push for extra cash splash 'directly contradicts' financial advice: councillor

"And yet, without due process, without a confirmed scope, without broad stakeholder agreement, and with no substantiated business case, we are being asked to arbitrarily inject an additional sum into our budget, deepening our deficit and...

Should I use a HELOC to pay off credit card debt?

A HELOC (home equity line of credit) can be a useful tool for paying off credit card debt, as it often has a lower interest rate and a long repayment period. Using a HELOC to pay off debt comes with risks, such as the potential to accrue more debt...

The Fed Didn't Cut Rates, but Your Credit Card's APR Could Still Change. Here's What You Need to Know

The Federal Reserve once again held interest rates steady at Wednesday's meeting, but that doesn't mean your card's interest rate can't change. There are other things -- like economic uncertainty and the potential impact of tariffs -- that could...

IDFC FIRST Wealth Credit Card: Unlock Premium Experiences in Travel, Entertainment, and...

In a market saturated with credit cards promising rewards and perks, the IDFC FIRST Bank FIRST Wealth Credit Card stands out for its curated lifestyle privileges that blend luxury, leisure, and everyday value. Designed for people who wish to take...

Carnival Changes Loyalty Program, Prioritizes Money Spent and Their Credit Card

Carnival Cruise Line is completely changing their loyalty program from nights spent on board their ships to how much you spend on your cruises and on the cruise line’s branded credit card. Carnival is moving their VIFP program over to a new...

HVAC expert gives money saving tips ahead of heat wave

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - We have some major heat headed our way, along with the start of summer this weekend. Before you crank on that air conditioner though, there are a few things you should take note of first. Western Mass News spoke...

Pet owner shares money-saving hack using old toilet paper rolls: 'Give to your dog and watch them enjoy'

"Great idea." by Jamie SpekaJune 18, 2025 When dogs get hyper, it's always beneficial to give them a toy to channel their energy. Amid price hikes across the country, dog owners may not be so keen to spend money on a dog toy that will ultimately...

Credit card firms face mounting pressure amid fee cuts, fintech's rise

Credit card companies are struggling amid a prolonged industry downturn, company officials said Wednesday. Government-led policies aimed at lowering transaction fees have put mounting pressure on card issuers' profitability, while the rise of...

How to cancel a pending credit card transaction

How Do You Apply for a Credit Card and Get Approved Quickly? 

Credit cards can simplify your life by allowing you to cover daily expenses while enjoying rewards like cashback, discounts, and other benefits. But even though most people know about credit card apply method, they are not sure about how to obtain...

S&P 500 Gains & Losses Today: Coinbase Stock Surges, Credit-Card Shares Retreat

Lionel Bonaventure / AFP via Getty Images Shares of Coinbase Global were the top performers in the S&P 500 on Wednesday. The S&P 500 ended Wednesday with a loss of less than 0.1% on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, as the Fed held interest rates steady...

Credit Card Annual Fees Are Going Up. What It Means for the Stocks.

Credit card issuers are trying to attract more higher-end customers with the promise of more rewards. Chase announced new perks for holders of its Sapphire Reserve credit cards on Tuesday, including a new points boost program, expanded access to...