Monthly Archives: November 2009
Newspapers Must Improve Sense of Place Online
They're not going to like this, but newspapers online need to add their state to their mastheads. Remember, it's the World Wide Web...
Sunday, November 8th, 2009 by By Shadra Beesley
Consumers Who Need Debt Relief May Find a Better Bank
Debt relief can be found with a lot of today’s banks if consumers are willing to do research...
Saturday, November 7th, 2009 by By Isabel Velasquez
Orlando and Ft. Hood the sites of two shootings within 24 hours
Two shootings occur within 24 hours; the Ft. Hood Massacre, and the Orlando shooting, and both suspects are in custody. READ MORE...
Friday, November 6th, 2009 by By Peter Stone
Payday loan APR Fees and How They Compare To Other Financing Rates
A fee of $32 on a $100 bounced check can have an APR as high as 2,336%. You would be surprised to see how other fees measure up.
Dodd’s Reform Bill Threatens Power of Federal Reserve
Senator Chris Dodd and Representative Barney Frank are playing dueling banjos with their banking regulation bills. Debt relief is a long road to hoe.
Friday, November 6th, 2009 by By Steve Tarlow
U.S. Unemployment Rate Hits Double Digits
The October unemployment rate was 10.2 percent, more than double normal levels. It's also the highest unemployment rate the country has seen since 1983...
Friday, November 6th, 2009 by By Shadra Beesley
The Cost of Payday Loans: Not Excessive, Study Shows
A collegiate/Federal Reserve co-study indicates that the cost of payday loans represents only a tiny part of household expense. READ Federal study results HERE.
Friday, November 6th, 2009 by By Steve Tarlow
Installment Loans Online and How They Differ From The Average Payday Loan
One of the most liked features of installment loans is being able to pay them back over a much longer period of time then normal loans you may find locally.
Verizon Droid Sales Conjure Images of iPhone Release
Last night people lined up outside Droid sales like it was a new "Star Wars" movie...
Friday, November 6th, 2009 by By Shadra Beesley
5 things you should know about Short Term Installment Loans
Have you been thinking about getting short term installment loans, but are unsure where to start? Do you have questions? Here are answers >>>>
Friday, November 6th, 2009 by By Lisa Lilliander
401K Funds Allocation 101: Set Yourself Up for Retirement Success
Proper retirement account fund allocation is critical in this turbulent financial marketplace. Read on to find out if you’re set for your retirement goals!
Friday, November 6th, 2009 by By Jennifer Exposito
The Ease and Convenience of Short Term Loans Needs To Be Managed In A Smart Way
It is not wise to go crazy with short term loans just because you can get them online with no credit checks, no collateral and without having to fax in tons of documents.
Shannon Lee Dedrick | Seven month-old Baby Found Under Bed
The 7-month-old baby that was reported missing over the weekend has been found, well and alive. Baby Shannon Lee Dedrick was found under the bed in a chest.
Friday, November 6th, 2009 by By Franrose
Good Reasons to Get a Personal Loan
If you get a personal loan today, and know that you’ll still be able to get by on your next paycheck after paying the loan back, a quick payday loan can solve a lot of problems.
Friday, November 6th, 2009 by By Deborah Weiss
What’s the Best Way to Protect Consumers in Need of Debt Relief?
Debt relief for consumers during this recession has been hard to attain. Should courts or government agencies play a large role? READ HERE for one man's view.
Thursday, November 5th, 2009 by By Steve Tarlow
What You Need To Know To Keep From Getting Trapped By Cash Advance Addiction
Cash advances are not a long term financial fix for spending spree addictions. Using them should be done so responsibly and in a realistic manner.
Price Wars! Verizon Droid Eris vs. Motorola Droid
Verizon Droid Eris will be released the same day as the Motorola Droid, but it costs $100 less. Of course, it has different features and is made in Taiwan...
Thursday, November 5th, 2009 by By Shadra Beesley
Unemployment Extension Made Official November 5, 2009
The unemployment extension, passed November 5, 2009, means millions of Americans can continue to collect benefits for 14 to 20 weeks...
Thursday, November 5th, 2009 by By Shadra Beesley
$6,500 Homebuyer Tax Credit Officially Extended to 2010
Congress today passed a bill that extends the homebuyer tax credit to 2010. There are some big changes and new exemptions...
Thursday, November 5th, 2009 by By Shadra Beesley
No Credit Check Personal Loans From The Comfort Of Home - A Good Thing or a Bad Thing?
Personal loans are so easy to get it worries some consumer groups. Like anything on the internet it pays to be informed before you pursue any online transactions.
Guy Fawkes Night | Remember, Remember the 5th of November
November the 5th is Guy Fawkes Night. Remember, remember the 5th of November, the Gunpowder Treason and Plot. READ MORE...
Thursday, November 5th, 2009 by By Peter Stone
Federal Minimum Wage and U.S. Labor Laws
Despite the fact that the federal minimum wage is not a living wage for anyone who pays rent, some states such as Colorado want to pay less...
Thursday, November 5th, 2009 by By Shadra Beesley
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