Monthly Archives: March 2010

PARENTS: Graco high chair recall could affect your child

A new Graco high chair recall is in effect, and parents should pay attention. A problem with screws and plastic could cause a chair to tip.
Not the specific Graco high chair recall model, but an example of a Graco high chair. It's sitting in an owner's driveway.

Easy Ways to Make Money Online – Part One

With a variety of ways to make money online, smart entrepreneurs can begin working from home by creating a new income stream today...

Dennis Kucinich votes yes on health care – after voting no

Ohio Rep. Dennis Kucinich, once a vocal oppose of the health care bill, has changed his tune. Is there a House vote in the making?
Rep. Dennis Kucinich speaks to Democratic supporters. Even in very soft focus in the background, his wife draws the eye, as if to a flower.

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.

Bernanke says Fed should regulate all banks

Bernanke opposes a draft Senate bill that would remove much of the Fed's supervisory role and limit its regulation to the largest banks...

WalMart finds itself at center of medical marijuana debate

Last January, Wal-Mart fired an employee for failing a routine drug test - and have since been at the center of a medical marijuana debate.
Medical Marijuana shop

Facebook passes Google | The battle is on

Hitwise has reported that last week, Facebook surpassed Google in the number of hits. Is Facebook really more popular than Google? READ MORE
Facebook on-screen

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.

A quick riff on St. Patricks Day history

We all know that March 17 is St Patrick's Day, but many people wonder about St Patrick's Day history, and it is pretty interesting...
St. Patricks Day history - Statue of St Patrick

Oregon Lottery | St. Patricks Day raffle winners

Today, the Oregon Lottery announced winners of the St. Patrick's Day raffle. Learn more about the Oregon Lottery and where the money goes.
Lottery tickets

Detroit Public Schools to close 45 schools by 2015

Detroit Public Schools has a plan to save $1 billion by closing 45 schools by 2015. Where will the kids go? How long will Detroit exist?
Artist's rendition of an abandoned school book depository. Based upon an actual abandoned building in a Detroit Public Schools district.

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.

Home Equity Loans | How to save money while consolidating debt

Can home equity loans help you save money and consolidate a debt at the same time? The answer is yes! Read more on how...

Deem and Pass | A procedural vote with big implications

There has been debate about the plan to use the deem and pass procedure for the health care bill. But what, exactly, is deem and pass?
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi

Get the fast cash you need with an Online Payday Loan – Simple application form

We want to help you get the funds you need with online payday loans. Our loan application keeps your dignity and personal info intact...

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.

Dear Abby | Advice has come a long way

Dear Abby was one of the original advice columnists, and her advice can still ring true; yet who are some other great advice columnists?
Writing a letter

Recycled housing | Living space out of trash

Making a home out of trash may seem odd, but UK company Affresol has announced its new method for building recycled homes. READ MORE ...
Shipping Container Home

Code Red | Tea Party Patriots fire up Kill the Bill engines

Tea Party Patriots called a "Code Red" over the health care bill. Is it true that it will pass within the week? Will our economy run red?
"Liars and commies and czars, oh my!" reads one Tea Party Patriot's sign. What will the passage of the health care bill portend for America? Should we be signaling a Code Red?

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.

National Broadband Plan: Universal access by 2020

The National Broadband Plan is a 360-page report outlining a strategy for universal broadband access in the U.S. What steps does it suggest?
Broadband internet router

Honda recall | Soft brakes are to blame this time

In their its recall of the year, Honda has announced that 2007/2008 Element and Odyssey vehicles are being recalled for braking issues.
2008 Honda Element