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12 Days Winner: Robert Kiyosaki
Debit card fraud has become a major issue for checking account customers who choose to use this form of payment when making purchases. Despite their ease of use, debit cards pose a number of risks that can impact owners for the rest of their lives. So what is it about debit cards that make them the riskiest form of payment out there? 
General Motors has claimed the number one spot in the automotive industry just two years after GM filed for bankruptcy. According to media reports, the automaker has topped sales in every corner of the globe, managing to increase profits despite years of financial struggles.
2011 wasn’t such a great year for the banking industry, to say the least. After major issues like robo-signing, wrongful foreclosures and protests over fees, banks may never fully recover their reputations.
We often associate the word “depression” with unemployment. However, a new study indicates the two are linked, and not just when the former means economic downturn. A new study by Bloomberg Rankings shows a clear link between unemployment and depression–specifically, the use of drugs for treating depression.
Suze Orman has long been a champion of smart financial choices. As the author of books including The Money Class and The Money Book for the Young, Fabulous and Broke, not to mention the host of her wildly popular show on CNBC, her no-nonsense attitude has helped inspire many readers and callers to get out of debt and get their finances in order.
Suze has never shied away from opportunities. The best-selling author’s latest venture is a financial product that has caused a stir in the media. She has offered her image and reputation in support of a prepaid debit card.
Throughout the month of December, we asked Go Banking Rates readers to vote for their favorite finance experts. The competition was tough, but ultimately, the top three winners of the 12 Days of Finance poll were announced in January as Robert Kiyosaki, David Bach and Jeff Yeager.
Since these three men were voted as the people’s choice for the best expert advice, we decided to get their take on a question that everyone has probably wondered at some point: What is the number one mistake people make with their money?
Before you can save money, you’ve got to earn it. The web lends a helping hand for those interested in how to make extra money from home with a handful of sites that help you earn money on the internet.
Ah, January–the first month of the year brings new hope for a fresh start and the inspiration to make positive changes. If you made plans to improve your financial situation this year, now is certainly a great time to do it. January is the best time to buy so many commonly needed items that it’s a perfect month to focus on saving money.
Did you set any financial resolutions this year? Do you wish you had?
It may be halfway through January, but it’s never too late to make positive changes and turn your finances around. We had a few of the experts in the personal finance realm shed some light on setting financial New Year’s resolutions. Find out what major PF bloggers have resolved to accomplish financially this year.
Frugality Tweet Chat–How to Save Money on Everyday Things
Go Banking Rates will be guests in tweet chat hosted by Money Crashers Personal Finance this Friday (1/20/12). Participants will be joined by finance expert, Jeff Yeager, and have the opportunity to share tips and advice on saving money day-to-day, as well as find out how the Go Banking Rates team is making it through their fiscal fast.
Money Crashers will also be picking three winners and sending them signed copies of Jeff’s books!
In order to participate, make sure you’re following @GoBankingRates and @MoneyCrashers on Twitter, and tweet using the hashtag #MCchat.
Hope to see you there!
