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

How Can Your Credit Score Be Saved With Something As Simple As A Payday Loan?

Millions of people every year fall short on various bills and lose credit points. Payday loans are a no credit check option that can ease the pain.
Millions of people every year fall short on various bills and lose credit points. Payday loans are a no credit check option that can ease the pain.

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

Facts About Installment Loans Everyone Should Know Before Applying Online

Are installment loans online safe and secure? Is applying a big hassle with tons of hoops to jump through? We have the facts you want to know.
Are installment loans online safe and secure? Is applying a big hassle with tons of hoops to jump through? We have the facts you want to know.

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 Get A Cash Advance Without Providing Collateral or Submitting To A Credit Check

Credit checks can hurt your credit score and providing collateral for a loan is an unneccessary risk which can be avoided.
Credit checks can hurt your credit score and providing collateral for a loan is an unneccessary risk which can be avoided.

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

How Personal Loans Online Can Prevent Your FICO Credit Score From Going Down

Traditional loans require a credit check which puts a hard inquiry on your credit report which in many cases lowers your overall credit rating.
Traditional loans require a credit check which puts a hard inquiry on your credit report which in many cases lowers your overall credit rating.

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

How To Use Short Term Loans To Get Through a Budget Crisis Wisely

Everyone finds themsevles in a budget crisis from time to time and short term loans are only the answer in some circumstances when used wisely.
Everyone finds themsevles in a budget crisis from time to time and short term loans are only the answer in some circumstances when used wisely.

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