Monthly Archives: December 2009
Consumer Credit Availability and Financial Exclusion in Australia
Payday loans face a low APR cap in Australia, but Nicola Howell suggests that more rate cap diversity/flexibility remain in place to aid at-risk consumers.
Wednesday, December 16th, 2009 by By Steve Tarlow
Renters Use Short Term Loans to Handle Housing Issues
Renters are using short term loans to manage housing issues as many properties are going into foreclosure.
Wednesday, December 16th, 2009 by By Kevin Wren
Payday Loan Customers Need Banks, Too
Payday loans and money orders work, but for real financial services, go to the bank...
Wednesday, December 16th, 2009 by By Vizaya Kc
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.
Investors Use Short Term Loans to Flip Foreclosed Houses
House flipping is proving lucrative for investors who use short term loans to build wealth...
Wednesday, December 16th, 2009 by By Michael Eckenrod
If you Need Money Now, try Earning Online
There are many people looking for a way to earn extra cash these days. For those who need money now, online opportunities may be the answer.
Wednesday, December 16th, 2009 by By Kim Patterson
Legislation Set to Police Payday Loans and High-Cost Trades
The House just passed new financial regulations set to oversee transactions from everyday payday loans to high-end trades...
Wednesday, December 16th, 2009 by By Isabel Velasquez
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.
Can You Find Debt Relief and Still Go Green?
Consumers trying to go green can save, but they have to compare items wisely in order to save money to pay down debts.
Wednesday, December 16th, 2009 by By Abby Reibey
Man Wins Lottery, Leaves Wife Facing Foreclosure
A Florida man wins lottery and leaves wife, Donna Campbell, who is now facing foreclosure and homelessness. But where is Arnim Ramdass? READ MORE >>>
Wednesday, December 16th, 2009 by By Franrose
If Payday Loans are Necessities It May Be Time to Rent
If consumers are using payday loans to cover bills consistently, it may be a better decision to sell their property altogether...
Wednesday, December 16th, 2009 by By Howard Iley
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.
On Credit Repair and Debt Literacy
Financial and debt literacy are two areas where Americans are lacking, according to a recent Dartmouth/Harvard study. With knowledge, credit repair is possible
Wednesday, December 16th, 2009 by By Steve Tarlow
Interviewing Mistakes that Could Cost You a Job or Fast Cash
Take a look at these interviewing mistakes that could cost you a job – and might lead to a fast cash advance.
Wednesday, December 16th, 2009 by By Thierry Snipes
Celebrate New Year’s Eve even if You have no Money Now
No one wants to miss out on ringing in the New Year in style just because they have no money now. Get the secrets for a great low-cost bash!
Wednesday, December 16th, 2009 by By Kim Patterson
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.
Boeing 787 Dreamliner Finally Flies | Going Green in the Skies
Frequent flyers, environmentalists and several others have been looking forward to the maiden voyage of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner for two years...
Tuesday, December 15th, 2009 by By Shadra Beesley
Starting a Small Business
A brief article explaining the first steps to starting a small business.
Tuesday, December 15th, 2009 by By Antony Hayes
Short Term Loans Being Used to Fund Health Care Costs
As the Obama administration works to sort through the health care issue, Americans are left to use savings and short term loans to manage costs...
Tuesday, December 15th, 2009 by By Sarah Eicher
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.
Seniors Using Installment Loans to Get Through Retirement
Seniors are continuing to use installment loans and rely on family help to get through their golden years...
Tuesday, December 15th, 2009 by By Naomi Wester
How to Buy Groceries when Pay Day is Far Away
Sometimes it can be tough stretching the grocery budget out until pay day. Following these simple tips can help...
Tuesday, December 15th, 2009 by By Kim Patterson
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