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.
College Dorm

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...
the devastation left behind by mountaintop removal mining companies

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?
A photo of Prime Minister of Italy Silvio Berlusconi

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?

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
A business woman smiling about the benefits of a payday cash loan.

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...
consumer confidence in action

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...
Forest Fire

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.

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...
Mercedes

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.
A wilted caricature of the BP corporate logo.

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.
the housing market is burning down, just like this house

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.

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.
A Chinese investor looks at an electronic board showing stock information.

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...
Pimco CEO Mohamed El-Erian at a world economic conference.

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...
a lotus flower used as photo illustration for Bloom Box fuel cell

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.

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.
Photograph of a Wal-Mart store exterior in Laredo, Texas

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...
Hurricane Lilli

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.
Slice of lemon

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.

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.
Photo of a traffic jam