Monthly Archives: August 2010
Debt settlement relief unavailable when it comes to student loans
Student loan debt loads have increased over the years. Not only do students usually have $20,000 in debt, they have high risk of default.
Tuesday, August 31st, 2010 by By Peter Stone
Big banks backing away from financing mountaintop removal mining
The nation's four biggest banks are distancing themselves from the environmental havoc wrought by mountaintop removal mining companies...
Tuesday, August 31st, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
Silvio Berlusconi: Italian mob pawn or mob buster?
Italian mobsters have reigned in many countries with royalty status for years. Will Prime Minister of Italy Silvio Berlusconi reign them in?
Tuesday, August 31st, 2010 by By $ Bonnie Jones
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.
Access your paycheck sooner with a payday cash loan
When it comes to personal finances, you can never have too much control. A payday cash loan increases your financial control by... READ MORE
Tuesday, August 31st, 2010 by By Deborah Weiss
Consumer confidence bump a ray of hope in bleak economic outlook
Consumer confidence posted a modest gain in August. The data eased concerns that anemic consumer spending will derail economic recovery...
Tuesday, August 31st, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
Housing market gets a reprieve as home prices slightly improve
There has been an increase in U.S. home prices over the past few months. They are likely to dip again because of the expiring tax credit...
Tuesday, August 31st, 2010 by By Peter Stone
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.
Auto loan modification could be a good option
You know you can refinance auto loans? In fact, this is a great time to do it. Rates are low, and you can save serious money if you do...
Monday, August 30th, 2010 by By Peter Stone
BP advertising budget exceeds $1 million per week
BP will have to answer to Congress over claims that it's spending more than $1 million per week on brand ads while oil spill cleanup goes on.
Monday, August 30th, 2010 by By Steve Tarlow
The days of homebuying as an investment opportunity are long gone
The housing crisis means buying a home isn't the iron-clad investment opportunity it used to be; economists are saying it never will be again.
Monday, August 30th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
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.
China: Technological price for entry in the biggest market
According to news, Chinese may be putting the squeeze on technology companies to force over tech secrets as part of doing business in China.
Monday, August 30th, 2010 by By $ Bonnie Jones
Will the U.S. labor market rise from ashes of a lost decade?
America's "lost decade" of unemployment and labor market struggles should steer us toward a "new normal," says Pimco CEO Mohamed El-Erian...
Monday, August 30th, 2010 by By Steve Tarlow
Bloom Box fuel cell uses secret formula to produce clean energy
The Bloom Box fuel cell is being used by companies such as Google and eBay to save hundreds of thousands of dollars on the cost of energy...
Monday, August 30th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
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.
Wal-Mart widening the gender partition
Recently, in the U.S., the women workers of Wal-Mart claimed that the company discriminates against gender in terms of the employment of women.
Monday, August 30th, 2010 by By $ Bonnie Jones
Katrina anniversary marked as Hurricane Earl gathers force
The fifth anniversary of Hurricane Katrina was observed recently, just as Hurricane Earl reached Category Three status in the Caribbean...
Monday, August 30th, 2010 by By Peter Stone
And now for something completely the same: another Toyota Recall
Another Toyota recall is announced. This latest recall of more than 1 million cars brings the total to 10 million Toyotas recalled for 2010.
Saturday, August 28th, 2010 by By Peter Stone
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.
Traffic jams in China blamed on voracious demand for coal
Exploding consumer demand has led to a Chinese traffic jam on a highway to Beijing that reached 60 miles and could last until mid-September.
Saturday, August 28th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
Create an emergency fund to avoid costly, unnecessary debt
Starting an emergency fund now will help avoid taking on expensive debt in the future. It's easier than most people think.
Friday, August 27th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
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