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“When people have clutter in their lives, it leads to late payments and fees, and that can lead to credit problems,” Vera Gibbons tells me.

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There’s a downside to auto-payments: they’re easy to forget. If you don’t stay on top of them, you might continue to pay for items that you don’t really need—or want—anymore.

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Last year, Capital One announced its intention to acquire ING Direct. ING is still a company, but its consumer banking operations in the United States are now owned by Capital One.

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Negotiating a cell phone plan isn't dead. Always try to call and see what you can do because you never know what customer service will give you.

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Adding mutual funds to your portfolio can help you accomplish your financial goals. Here are some things to keep in mind as you invest in mutual funds.

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