March 2010 Archives

Monthly Archives: March 2010

Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation makes borrowing money easy

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) isn’t just for withdrawing money from your checks, it also makes borrowing money easy.

Thursday, March 25th, 2010 by

By Chauncey Borr

Student Loan Bill | Cutting out the middleman

Congress is making big changes to how student loans are administered. What do these changes mean to college students who rely on the money?

Thursday, March 25th, 2010 by

By Mary Rice

Bullet flies through window of Rep. Eric Cantor’s office

Eric Cantor is the latest politician to face violence over his stance on health care reform. Someone put a bullet through his office window.

A bullet hole in glass, with the resulting shattered spider web. Virginia Rep. Eric Cantor's office window was shot by someone who objected to his stance on health care reform.

Thursday, March 25th, 2010 by

By Steve Tarlow

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.

The California Regulate, Control and Tax Cannabis Act: Part 1

California voters are set to decide if recreational marijuana should be legal in the state. What are the arguments for and against the act?

Thursday, March 25th, 2010 by

By Mary Rice

Part 2: Arguments against Marijuana Legalization in California

California's voters are set to decide if recreational marijuana should be legal in their state. What are the arguments against this measure?

Two marijuana plants growing in a cage outdoors.

Thursday, March 25th, 2010 by

By Mary Rice

Keeping tight reins on dead-end jobs

People today are much less willing to quit a job without having another job lined up than they have been since surveys began in the 1960s...

Man's hand holding briefcase handle with his wrist handcuffed to it

Wednesday, March 24th, 2010 by

By Deborah Weiss

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.

New Moore Island | One more island sinking into the sea

New Moore Island was officially declared to be no more - but is it the only island nation sinking into the sea? What can be done? READ MORE...

An inflatable globe toy bouncing across the water.

Wednesday, March 24th, 2010 by

By Mary Rice

Ways to manage finances in 2010

Although there are financial changes coming to the market, consumers are still cautioned to manage finances on their own to avoid hardships.

Wednesday, March 24th, 2010 by

By Naomi Wester

Earth Hour: Because change is hard

Earth Hour will be observed Saturday, March 27, 2010, at 8:30 p.m. local time. Switch off the lights and think about riding a bicycle...

Wednesday, March 24th, 2010 by

By Deborah Weiss

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.

Infantino Sling Rider recall affects more than 1 million products

A baby sling recall of SlingRider and Wendy Bellissimo slings has come after three related deaths. Parents should contact Infantino now.

A parent is shown holding her infant in a front baby sling. This is not the SlingRider or Wendy Bellissimo product under the Infantino baby sling recall; it is only meant to illustrate how such a product is worn.

Wednesday, March 24th, 2010 by

By Steve Tarlow

Calix, MaxLinear, First Interstate | Three IPOs doing well today

Calix, MaxLinear, and First Interstate all went public on the stock market today and have done well. Learn more about these companies here.

Street sign for Wall Street and Broadway in New York

Wednesday, March 24th, 2010 by

By Mary Rice

Consumers seek short term loans for medical expenses

Consumers are seeking short term loans and dipping into savings to handle the growing cost of health care, despite new health care changes...

Despite new health care changes, consumers are still using savings and short term loans to fund expenses.

Wednesday, March 24th, 2010 by

By Donaldo Lpoez

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.