Monthly Archives: June 2010

Ford Mercury in retrograde — permanently

The Ford Motor Company has announced the end of Mercury. After a decade of bad performance, no new Mercury cars will be made after this year.
1968 Mercury Cougar

U.S. auto sales increase along with the consumer confidence index

U.S. auto sales rose for the eighth consecutive month as credit thaws, consumer confidence increases and gas prices remain stable. READ MORE...
A row of cars showing hoods and windshields, with the rest of the body out of the frame.

Wisconsin passes payday lending regulations

After years of back and forth, Wisconsin has passed regulatory laws regarding payday lending, along with other regulatory laws. READ MORE...
Fountain Pen nib

Where Is The Best Place To Get Payday Loans Online and Why?

There are all kinds of reasons why you would want to get a loan online but what should you know about payday loans first?
There are all kinds of reasons why you would want to get a loan online but what should you know about payday loans first?

Convenient short term loans remain a target of financial reform

The financial reform bill doesn't regulate payday lenders, but a consumer agency in the bill may end convenient access to short term credit.
A frustrated consumer with his credit card bill

Oil heads for Pensacola Beach | BP oil spill still gushing

Oil has been spotted in the water a few miles away from Pensacola Beach, and a new method to cap the oil spill is not working. READ MORE...
Photo of Pensacola Beach

Ogden, Utah, caps number of payday lenders

A new city council ordinance in Ogden, Utah, will limit the number of payday lenders that can operate in city limits. What else is required?
Ogden Utah

Why Borrow Money On Installments To Keep From Defaulting On Bills And Ruining Your Credit?

Many people are shocked at how damaging it is to have a low credit score. Many though have found a temporary solution with installment loans.
Many people are shocked at how damaging it is to have a low credit score. Many though have found a temporary solution with installment loans.

New AT&T data plan | Lower prices and lower limits

The new data plans AT&T will put into effect on Monday reduce prices, but limit usage. What is the new pricing, and how will it affect users?
AT&T vs. Verizon service coverage

Lansing Journal article shortchanges payday loan facts

The Lansing State Journal has added to the pool of uninformed articles attempting to scare people away from taking a payday loan. READ ON…
A woman peering through a magnifying glass, happy to have discovered something. Perhaps if the Lansing State Journal had used a magnifying glass when writing their recent payday loan scare piece, they'd see that they are missing lots of evidence.

Company stock tanks as BP criminal investigation begins

The outlook for BP worsens as a BP criminal investigation has begun and BP stock has plummeted since the oil rig explosion. READ MORE...
Oil spill in water

How To Use Short Term Loans To Save Your Budget

There are plenty of things eating your budget and late fees on the bills is typically the biggest waste and easiest to fix with short term loans.
There are plenty of things eating your budget and late fees on the bills is typically the biggest waste and easiest to fix with short term loans.

Apple TV rumors hit the grapevine the week after Google TV demo

Apple TV rumors a week after the Google TV demo signal a high stakes battle brewing for advertising billions as TV and the web become one.
screen shot of apple tv logo

Gaza flotilla attack makes Obama/Israel relations more complex

The Obama/Israel relationship, compromised by prior administration decisions, has been complicated further by Israel's Gaza flotilla attack.
the Israeli flag flapping in the wind

The first day of summer 2010 is also Fathers Day 2010

You can save space on the calendar, as the first day of summer 2010 also happens to be, as fate would have it, Father's Day 2010. READ ON...
Tropical Beach at sunset

Personal Loans Online Do Not Requre Credit Checks Or Collateral Deposits

Credit checks cause damage to your credit score. These are the factors that you will appreciate knowing so you can get a personal loan without ruining your credit or putting up collateral.
Credit checks cause damage to your credit score. These are the factors that you will appreciate knowing so you can get a personal loan without ruining your credit or putting up collateral.

Hurricane season 2010 starts in gulf as oil spill top kill fails

Hurricane season 2010 has begun in the Gulf of Mexico, where a toxic storm surge could render parts of the coast uninhabitable. READ MORE...
A satellite image of hurricane katrina in the Gulf of Mexico

Suspects must speak to remain silent, says Supreme Court

The Supreme Court ruled 5-4 in favor of requiring suspects to actually speak if they wish to exercise the Miranda right to remain silent…
It looks like these police officers are taking this man's right to remain silent quite literally, as they're covering his mouth. In truth, this altercation appears to have occurred in a country that is not bound by Miranda Rights.

Google bans Windows over security concerns

Google has semi-officially banned Windows operating systems from its offices. Is this a legitimate move or a stunt to promote Chrome OS? READ ON...
Operating system icons displayed on a computer screen.

Why Using a Cash Advance For a Spending Spree Is a Very Bad Idea!

Cash advances, although a modern convenience, are not to be used for for irresponsible spending. Use them wisely and you will improve your financial situation.
Cash advances, although a modern convenience, are not to be used for for irresponsible spending. Use them wisely and you will improve your financial situation.

Turkish government condemns Israeli raid

An Israeli raid on a flotilla of ships claiming to carry aid for the Gaza strip killed 9, and provoked condemnation from Turkey. READ ON...
Map of Gaza

Sinkhole in Guatemala 2010 | State of calamity extended

In Guatemala, the state of calamity declared because of the eruption of Pacaya has been extended because of Tropical Storm Agatha. READ MORE...
Sinkhole