Thinkport Education
Maryland Public Television: Charge! Just Charge It!
Stores and credit card companies make it seem so easy. How often have you seen advertisements to buy something and only pay $20 a month? So what's the real cost of credit? Let's go shopping and find out.
Federal Trade Commission
Federal Trade Commission: Consumer: Using Credit
When you use credit, it usually means using a credit card or getting a loan. Tips for learning how to get credit and how to use it wisely.
Other
A Consumer Guide to Credit Protection Laws
This site describes the laws that protect consumers when dealing with credit.
Cornell University
Cornell University: Law School: Consumer Credit Overview
Resource provides an overview of what consumer credit is. It gives several examples of consumer credit such as credit cards, loans, and mortgages.
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
The Math Forum: Credit Card Calculations
At this site Dr. Math answers a question about credit card balance payoffs. An advanced algebraic solution is offered.
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
The Math Forum: Credit Card Debt
This Ask Dr. Math site contains a question about how long it will take to repay a credit card debt at a particular APR and particular amount per month.
PBS
Nh Pbs: Outlook on Money: Credit Card Crunch
Help students learn about using credit wisely. Includes an in-depth question-and-answer session with a credit counselor and a classroom guide.
Other
Student credit.com: Good Credit Management
This site offers a student credit application online. Information is also included on topics such as how much credit you can afford, credit lines, and late fees.
Other
Card ratings.com: How to Avoid Student Credit Card Debt
Information about both the problems and the benefits associated with late high school or college students using credit cards.
Bankrate
Bankrate: Credit Cards
An online guide to credit cards is presented by Bankrate.com. Content includes information on credit card rates, an online glossary of credit card terms, an archive of stories related to credit and credit cards, hints and tips regarding...