Monthly Archives: August 2010

Fed mulls possible actions to give the economy a boost

There are three possible actions the government could take to boost the economy - all three with risks and rewards. Read about them here...
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Old problem, new recall for Honda Accords, Civics and Elements

For the third time, Honda has recalled a set of vehicles over the shift interlock problem. See which cars are included in these recalls here.
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BP oil spill fund gets first $3 billion deposit as claims pile up

BP deposited the first $3 billion into the oil spill compensation fund as damage claims go unanswered and fund details are lacking-READ MORE
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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.
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.

SparkPeople | Free diet advice, but does it work?

The websites SparkPeople, BabyFit, SparkRecipes and SparkTeen offer free weight-loss advice. It can work, if dieters work hard and keep at it.
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No credit check installment loans made simple

No credit check installment loans are small personal loans that can help you pay your bills and protect your credit. Find out more here>>>>
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Economists suggest the United States has become a plutonomy

It has been posited by some economists that the U.S. has become a plutonomy, or an economy driven by and for the wealthiest few. READ ON...
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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.
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.

Small business lending bill is latest victim of partisan politics

The Small Business Jobs Act that would jump-start small business credit was stalled by Senate Republicans as Congress went on August recess.
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Apply for a loan by phone | Get a cash advance of up to $1,500

Get a cash loan by phone quickly and easily through Personal Money Store's wide network of online payday loan lenders... CLICK HERE TO APPLY
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Fluidnow is not so fluid; will the EUC Fix it?

Extensions of emergency unemployment benefits like fluidnow and the federal EUC Fix programs serve consumers to varying success. READ ON...
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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.
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.

Tibetan Mastiff raising questions about animal welfare

Tibetan Mastiff dogs are very popular in China, but animal welfare advocates are concerned about owners viewing them as just status symbols.
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Milwaukee payday loans

If you live in the Milwaukee area and need to borrow money fast, a Milwaukee payday loan may be your perfect match. Fast online application.
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Coca-Cola lawyers say Vitamin Water is not a healthy beverage

Vitamin Water is not a healthy beverage, says Coca-Cola's legal team. Nevertheless, the company's intense marketing blitz is saying otherwise.
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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.
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.

Payments market shakeup: Smartphone credit card processing

Smartphone credit cards processed by a payment service network run by AT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile could make Visa and MasterCard nervous.
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National Mustard Day: Celebrating the spicy

Aug. 7 is National Mustard Day, and that can mean much more than spreading yellow stuff on your hot dog. Learn something new about mustard...
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Fewer people are using their credit cards

Recent data from the U.S. Commerce Department reveals that fewer people use credit cards, and more people are saving than ever. READ MORE...
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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.
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.

Raging Russian fires add to the misery of a heat wave and drought

Russian wildfires have killed nearly 50 people, left about 4,000 homeless and threaten to re-release nuclear contamination across Europe...
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Federal Housing Administration plans mortgage rate increases

The rate on Federal Housing Administration loans is set to go up - though payments will not increase by much. READ ON...
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