Monthly Archives: May 2010

Consumer confidence index climbing while stock market plummets

The U.S. Consumer Confidence Index increased for the third straight month despite a tanking stock market and global economic uncertainty...
a white shopping bag

Wal-Mart iPhone 3GS sale clears shelves for Apple 4G iPhone

The Wal-Mart iPhone sale cuts prices in half. Many see this as a move to clear inventory for Apple's introduction of the 4G iPhone in June...
close up of an iPhone screen with apps

Housing recovery may be fiction as mortgage rates plummet

Though home sales have spiked recently, mortgage rates are at their lowest levels in years. This may have negative consequences. READ ON...
home construction

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.
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.

So an alligator snapping turtle walks into a Chinese lake…

An alligator snapping turtle was found in a Chinese lake. Does this mean, freshwater lakes of the southeastern U.S. aren't good enough anymore?
Going face-to-face with an excited alligator snapping turtle is never a good idea. Here we see its mouth open wide and ready to snap down with 1,500 psi of force.

If you like Dutch Colonials, try the Amityville Horror House

The house where the incidents chronicled in the book "The Amityville Horror" took place is for sale. It's actually a nice place. READ ON...
A Dutch Colonial home

Dell Streak hybrid: Android tablet meets smartphone

The Dell Streak is a hybrid crossover between an Android tablet and a smartphone that critics say offers mediocre performance in both areas.
Product plate on dell streak

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.
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.

BP pays off fishermen as oil spill destroys sea life

BP has cut checks for thousands of fishermen as the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico has closed vast areas of ocean and continues to spread...
silhouette of grounded fishing boat

Bear market buzz builds as stock market grows more unpredictable

The bear market buzz has been getting louder as recent events scare investors, but while some analysts see a crash, others see a correction.
A grizzly bear in the wild

Toyota and Tesla team to top electric car market

Toyota has pledged a huge investment of capital into Tesla Motors ahead of its Initial Public Offering, a good move for both companies. ...
A Tesla coil in operation

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.
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.

Arizona Predator drone bid intensifies immigration reform debate

Arizona's governor wants Predator drones to prowl the border for illegal aliens, adding fuel to the debate over the Arizona immigration law...
predator drone on runway at sunset

No Credit Check Loans | Help for people with bad credit

Here's a quick guide to understanding no credit check loans. Know what to expect and what is needed to get you approved today. READ MORE >>>
Apply today for no credit check loans and get the help you need in no time.

Kingston Jamaica declares monthlong state of emergency

A fight over extradition of a local businessman and suspected drug lord is causing civil unrest and an emergency state in Kingston, Jamaica.
Kingston Jamaica

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.
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.

Financial Reform | Credit and borrowing for the average person

Financial reform is about everyone's access to credit, credit reporting, affordable mortgages and how credit/debit cards affect our finances...
How will the financial reform benefit us?

Existing home sales surged as the home buyer tax credit expired

The big existing home sale increase in April may be unsustainable as home buyers raced to beat the deadline for home buyer tax credit 2010.
a real estate sign with the sold label attached

South Carolina Rep. Nikki Haley accused of affair

SC Gov. Mark Sanford staffer Will Folks claims he had an affair with gubernatorial candidate Nikki Haley. Will the state's drama never cease?
South Carolina Rep. Nikki Haley (right) wants to be the next governor of the Palmetto state. Will an alleged affair with Mark Stanford staffer Will Folks throw a wrench into her plans?

Keep Your Debt to Credit Ratio Down By Using Personal Loans Instead of Credit Cards

The higher your credit balance the lower your credit score may be. Personal loans online do not go on your credit report in most cases.
The higher your credit balance the lower your credit score may be. Personal loans online do not go on your credit report in most cases.

Make your Chick-fil-A Spicy chicken reservations

Reservations for a free spicy chicken sandwich at Chick-fil-A are available online. Find out how to reserve your free sandwich here. READ MORE...
Chick-Fil-A