Monthly Archives: January 2010

Going Green While Reducing Debt

Reducing debt or saving money by going green goes beyond helping one person get out of debt. Green debt reduction strategies also help people save the earth.

Online news readers may find emergency money dwindling

Emergency money is becoming harder and harder to find and with the New York Times poised on charging for stories, it’s getting even more difficult.

Financial procrastination can come with a high price

Financial procrastination may be tempting in a bad economy, but the overall loss is too high a price to pay.

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.
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.

Consider Allied Cash Advance for quick, convenient cash advance

Allied Cash Advance is a multi-faceted consumer financial service company with over 210 cash advance and payday loans locations to serve you.

Anyone looking for cash now should look to Gift Cards

Consumers looking to cash now can find it by getting free gift cards.

3 ways to e-file your taxes for free

The government and several private companies, such as Turbo Tax, offer free programs for electronically filing your taxes...
Turbo tax free

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.
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.

The Toyota recall list – is your car on it?

Know what to do if your new Toyota model happens to be on the Toyota recall list. It could save your life.

401k money saving strategies upon retiring

Good financial planning includes knowing what to do with your 401k when you retire. The following suggestions may help in making a smart determination.

Steve Jobs announces Apple iPad, world freaks out

From the looks of Twitter, Facebook and Google trends, the Apple press conference, including the release of the iPad, is the only thing happening today...
Steve Jobs Apple iPad announcement

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.
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.

Paul Shirley on Haiti: “I won’t give them a cent”

Paul Shirley says Haiti doesn't deserve money, because it'll stick to the red tape. Gee, encouraging activism is one thing, but seriously?

January 27 is National Chocolate Cake Day!

January 27 is National Chocolate Cake Day, so dive into some chocolate. Taste it, savor it; see how it looks on you.

The insurance fund may not be enough to handle secured loans

In former years, banks were safeguarded against secured loans, but the insurance fund that protects them may soon be tapped out.

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.
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.

CFA Institute says financial analysts aren’t making the grade

Only 34 percent of applicants passed the CFA Institute's CFA exam Level 1 this time around. We need new financial analysts with sound ideas – now.

Cash today can be difficult to find in the midst of a divorce

After a divorce, tax filing changes and maintaining cash today can be difficult.

Recession made borrowing money even harder

Borrowing money is difficult for homeowners as they struggle to keep their homes with modifications.

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.
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.

Maximizing money now means careful job planning

For employees looking to maximize their money now, it’s important to know how to work smart.

ACORN videographer James O’Keefe arrested by FBI

James O'Keefe has been arrested by the FBI for conspiring to commit a felony. I wonder if ACORN contributes to Senator Landrieu's causes?