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Never too late for financial education with MyStartingPoint
Financial understanding is one of the cornerstones of a healthier lifestyle. With it, you can live a purpose-driven life, generally free of spiraling debt burden. Thanks to MyStartingPoint, a Web-based education portal created by the nonprofit Community Financial Education Foundation, the opportunity to develop financial literacy skills is almost always at your fingertips.
Dedicated month of financial understanding
The CFEF explains that it is possible to teach every person about finances, no matter what their age, with MyStartingPoint. It should be incorporated into education whenever possible. This is a perfect month to do it too, considering April is National Financial Literacy [...]
Monday, April 16th, 2012 by By Emily Conwell
Recession makes stocks rise in some industries
As the recession continues stocks rise in industries that profit from hard times such as pawn brokers, payday lenders, and debt collectors.
Monday, July 11th, 2011 by By Ron Ford
Ways for bookworms to save money on summer reading
Its the summer reading season, but that doesn't mean bookworms have to dish out a lot of cash to keep themselves in books.
Monday, July 11th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Is Applying For A Payday Loan Through A Direct Lender The Best Option?
Using a lender matching service can get you cash in as little as 2 hours. Direct lenders have a very high denial rate for applications.
How to find the best credit card
If you're choosing a credit card, understand what's important. Learn how to find the best credit card for your financial situation.
Monday, July 11th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Walmart combats lower sales with coupons and samples
Walmart has been losing customers in the U.S. To get shoppers back, Walmart is using heavy coupon promotions and free samples on its website.
Friday, July 8th, 2011 by By Ron Ford
USDA announces cost of raising a child is growing up
The USDA has just released its annual report on the cost of raising children, and they are getting more expensive every year.
Friday, July 8th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
How Can Installment Loans Help Protect Your Credit Rating?
There are millions of people each year that ruin their credit score because they did not know they could use installment loans to pay their bills before defaulting.
How to have fun and save money
With a little imagination, you can learn how to have fun during summer without spending money – or not very much money.
Thursday, July 7th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Automatic 401(k) enrollment plans less effective than opt-in
Automatic enrollment of employees into 401(k) plans don't, as it turns out, guarantee that they will contribute as much as they could.
Thursday, July 7th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
New Hampshire governor vetoes title loan bill
New Hampshire Governor John Lynch vetoed a bill Wednesday that would have allowed title loan lenders to charge 25 percent interest monthly.
Thursday, July 7th, 2011 by By Ron Ford
Do Not Fall Behind On Your Bills - See How Short Term Loans Can Help Prevent Late Fees and Penalties.
Short term loans can help you stay current on your bills by providing quick cash so you do not rack up expensive late fees and penalty charges.
How to write a customized cover letter
Applying for a job is tough. If you tailor your cover letter to the employer, you're one step closer. Learn how to write a good cover letter.
Thursday, July 7th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Selling credit reports to payday lenders gets Teletrack fined
Subprime credit reporting agency Teletrack was fined nearly $2 million by the Federal Trade Commission for illegally selling information.
Wednesday, July 6th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Company offers payday loans in exchange for tattooing pets
Tasq Media is offering a new alternative to payday loans. In exchange for a short-term loan, the company will tattoo logos onto your pet.
Wednesday, July 6th, 2011 by By Ron Ford
How To Get A Cash Advance Even With Bad Credit and Bankruptcy On Your Record
Not many people know they are still eligible for cash advances after bankruptcy or losing their credit. There are no credit checks so bad credit does not affect eligibility.
How to break your credit card dependency
Learn how to break credit card dependency, avoid further debt and stay that way in just a few important steps.
Tuesday, July 5th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Renting smart in a landlord market
More people are trying to rent and available rentals are down. Landlords have the upper hand. A renter has to be savvy to get a good deal.
Tuesday, July 5th, 2011 by By Ron Ford
Tips for staying on budget when the urge gets to be too much
There are simple things you can do to stay on budget and save when cravings to spend more than you should get to be overwhelming.
Friday, July 1st, 2011 by By Ron Ford
Keep Your Debt to Credit Ratio Down By Using Personal Loans Instead of Credit Cards
The higher your credit balance the lower your credit score may be. Personal loans online do not go on your credit report in most cases.
How to buy and sell stocks
With some basic information, you can learn to buy and sell stock in a few easy steps. It pays to examine corporate balance sheets.
Friday, July 1st, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
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