Tag: credit

Credit Cards

Simple Ways to Avoid Credit Card Debt

December 07, 2018. Tara Schatz

Credit cards let you spend beyond your means. Avoid the pitfalls of credit card debt with this helpful guide.

Ocean Cruises

The Best Cruise Ships Bring High-Tech Amenities to the High Seas

November 30, 2018. Chrissy Barua

See how some of the best cruise ships in the business are upping their game to boost guest experience.

Mortgages

How Reverse Mortgage Lenders Work

November 30, 2018. Joanna Cutrara

Here are the eligibility rules you may not know, plus how to find reverse mortgage lenders and counselors.

North American Tours

No One Hit Wonder: Top 10 Things to Do in Nashville, Tenn.

November 29, 2018. Katie McElveen

Groove to country tunes and explore some of the most historic music venues in the nation with our list of things to do in Nashville, Tenn.

North American Tours

Top 10 Things to Do in Portland, Maine

November 27, 2018. Kim Foley MacKinnon

Lighthouses, lobsters, and so much more! Check out our guide of things to do in Portland, Maine, New England’s largest seaport.

Travel Insurance

Travel Safety Tips for Averting and Dealing With Travel Mishaps

November 27, 2018. Ashley Richardson

What if you lose your passport or get sick while overseas? Here’s how you can prepare for unforeseen travel troubles.

North American Tours

The Top 10 Things to Do in Savannah, Ga.

November 20, 2018. Jill Fergus

If your upcoming travel itinerary is to take a trip to one of the South’s prettiest cities, read on.

Savings

CD 101: Why Is a Certificate of Deposit Considered a Safe Investment?

November 13, 2018. Shantal Riley

Certificates of deposit are a sure bet for nervous investors who want security and a fixed rate of return on their investment.

Life Insurance

7 Ways to Streamline Your Insurance Paperwork

November 03, 2018. Robert Yaniz Jr

A smooth life insurance payout begins with getting your paperwork in order.

Credit Cards

Keeping Your Money Safe Abroad

October 30, 2018. Sarah Hopkins

Make sure your dream vacation doesn’t turn into a nightmare with these tips on keeping your money safe when far from home.

Asian Tours

A China Tour for the Books

October 25, 2018. AAA Staff

Explore China’s major cities and historic villages in this sampler of China tours. You’ll see the Great Wall, Beijing, Shanghai and more!

Cars & Trucks

A 3-Step Guide on How to Rent a Car

October 24, 2018. Rebecca Melnitsky

Do you know how to rent a car? There’s a little more to it than simply grabbing the keys from the rental company and hitting the road.

Travel Insurance

What Is Travel Insurance? Top 6 Myths (Busted!)

October 22, 2018. AAA Staff

When it comes to travel insurance, there are a lot of misconceptions. Let’s clear them up.

Credit Cards

7 Simple Ways to Protect Against Child Identity Theft and Fraud

October 22, 2018. Joanna Cutrara

Child identity theft is on the rise and often doesn’t get caught until it’s too late. Learn how you can protect your child from scammers.

Credit Cards

Preparing Your Children for Their First Credit Card

October 20, 2018. Tara Schatz

A credit card can teach kids about spending, saving, budgeting and more. But it is also a big responsibility.

Student Lending

Affordable Ways to Earn a College Degree

October 19, 2018. Rebecca Galib

Let’s be honest. College is just plain expensive. A bachelor’s degree can cost anywhere from $37,000 to over $130,000, according to the College Board. In 2017, members of Generation X had outstanding student loans averaging $40,000, according to Experian’s State of Student Debt report. Compare that to baby boomers, who owed an average of $36,200,…

Credit Cards

8 Things You Should Never Use Your Credit Card For

October 09, 2018. Tara Schatz

It’s tempting to swipe a card and worry about the bill later. But there are times when using a credit card for payment isn’t the best idea.

North American Tours

The Top 10 Things to Do in Newport, R.I.

October 07, 2018. Jill Fergus

Old mansions, history and seaside fun all make for a great getaway to one of New England’s ritziest enclaves.

North American Tours

The Top 10 Things to Do in the Berkshires, Mass.

October 03, 2018. Donna Heiderstadt

The Berkshires region in Massachusetts is home to some of the finest art, food and hiking in the Northeast.

River Cruises

River Cruises Around the World

October 01, 2018. Sarah Hopkins

What better way to see the world than cruising along a picturesque, ancient river? In the past few years, river cruises have gotten big (well, not literally – they have to be small enough to fit between the riverbanks). As river cruises and river cruising companies proliferate year after year, you have more and more…