Monthly Archives: August 2010

FTC cracking down on Astroturfing in Apple App Store

Fake App Store reviews are under fire by the FTC. A California marketing company settled after participating in payola for planting good reviews.
A poster depicting a cartoon monster crushing the words "peer review."

No faxing payday loans are fast and easy to get

No faxing payday loans are based online. You can apply for up to $1,500 today and have cash in your hands in as little as two hours. READ ON
Man smiling into the camera after applying for no faxing payday loans online.

Facebook wants to trademark the word face

Facebook's lawyers are seeking to trademark the word "face," as if the generic term is somehow the key to the Facebook brand. Bully on, Zuck…
A man whose head is completely wrapped in bandages.

Payday loan APR Fees and How They Compare To Other Financing Rates

A fee of $32 on a $100 bounced check can have an APR as high as 2,336%. You would be surprised to see how other fees measure up.
A fee of $32 on a $100 bounced check can have an APR as high as 2,336%. You would be surprised to see how other fees measure up.

Mortgages becoming very low interest loans

Mortgage rates are lower than they ever have been. Mortgages are becoming some seriously low interest loans, if you can access the credit.
Davis Mansion

Be on the lookout for payday loan debt collection scams

Consumers can see through the payday loan debt collection scam if they understand their rights, the law and their finances. Don't get duped.
seeing through a payday loan debt collection scammer

Yes, you really can get paydayloans today!

Do you need money today? Up to $1,500 paydayloans today can be deposited in your account, sometimes within two hours... CLICK TO CONTINUE >>
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Installment Loans Online and How They Differ From The Average Payday Loan

One of the most liked features of installment loans is being able to pay them back over a much longer period of time then normal loans you may find locally.
One of the most liked features of installment loans is being able to pay them back over a much longer period of time then normal loans you may find locally.

WikiLeaks posts secret CIA documents

WikiLeaks posted a CIA report by a group called Red Cell examining the possible fallout of the U.S. being seen as an exporter of terrorism.
Photo of a WikiLeaks icon.

Stock market climbs as jobless claims are reduced

New numbers are out from the Labor Department, and this time the news is not entirely bad. New jobless claims have fallen since last week.
U.S. Dime

Raising a credit score saves a fortune in a lifetime of borrowing

Raising a credit score will save money on interest payments that can be invested to finance retirement by earning interest, not paying it.
raising credit score resulted in wealthy retirement

The Ease and Convenience of Short Term Loans Needs To Be Managed In A Smart Way

It is not wise to go crazy with short term loans just because you can get them online with no credit checks, no collateral and without having to fax in tons of documents.
It is not wise to go crazy with short term loans just because you can get them online with no credit checks, no collateral and without having to fax in tons of documents.

Missouri and Kansas farmers to get emergency loans from U.S.D.A.

Kansas City, and surrounding agricultural areas, have been declared disaster areas. Farmers there can get emergency loans to cover losses...
Dust bowl

Quicken Online to Mint migration not ‘seamless’ as promised

Quicken Online users must migrate to Mint no later than Aug. 29 -- a procedure that is giving people personal financial headaches. READ MORE
flock of geese used to illustrate post on quicken to mint migration

Google Voice now integrated into Gmail interface

Google Voice will be fully integrated into U.S. Gmail within the next few days. Making free calls to the U.S. and Canada will be easier…
A typical screen from the previous rendition of Google Voice.

What You Need To Know To Keep From Getting Trapped By Cash Advance Addiction

Cash advances are not a long term financial fix for spending spree addictions. Using them should be done so responsibly and in a realistic manner.
Cash advances are not a long term financial fix for spending spree addictions. Using them should be done so responsibly and in a realistic manner.

No credit check installment loan – is it right for you?

With an online installment loan with no credit check, you can have access to fast cash with installment payment options... CLICK TO APPLY >>
Man smiling

John McCain beats Tea Party candidate in primary

John McCain heavily defeated a Tea Party candidate in the Arizona Republican primary for the Senate. Other races are being watched closely.
John McCain

México now a hot spot for danger tourism

Danger tourism in Mexico is becoming more common. People pay to hit the mean streets of Mexico City, run with Zapatistas or dodge la migra.
A Zapatista soldier takes time out from the war to play a tune.

No Credit Check Personal Loans From The Comfort Of Home - A Good Thing or a Bad Thing?

Personal loans are so easy to get it worries some consumer groups. Like anything on the internet it pays to be informed before you pursue any online transactions.
Personal loans are so easy to get it worries some consumer groups. Like anything on the internet it pays to be informed before you pursue any online transactions.

Ban on stem cell research returns as a hot-button political issue

The justice department will appeal a decision reinstating a ban on stem cell research that promises to be an issue in midterm elections. ...
test tubes in stem cell research

Affiliate Choice free WordPress theme installation instructions

The Affiliate Choice theme will help maximize conversions on your affiliate website. Here are step-by-step instructions to set up your site.
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