Monthly Archives: September 2010
Why more investors are buying dividend-paying stocks, not bonds
Current market conditions make dividend-paying stocks a cheap long-term investment, but the end of Bush tax cuts could spoil the party...
Wednesday, September 8th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
Mortgage applications increase; loan modification falls
Mortgage applications are down 40 percent from a year ago, but they are starting to raise slightly. Most applications are for refinancing.
Wednesday, September 8th, 2010 by By Peter Stone
Switchflops: A high school art project turned big business
Lindsay Phillips of Tampa, Fla., had an idea in school that became a $30 million fashion business: Switchflops. It's all about being unique.
Wednesday, September 8th, 2010 by By Steve Tarlow
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.
Many tourists must now pay a tourist tax to enter the U.S.
Foreign air and sea tourists wishing to enter the U.S. now must pay a tourist tax to enter, per Homeland Security. Fly the friendly skies...
Wednesday, September 8th, 2010 by By Steve Tarlow
Credit card companies dodge rules by offering professional cards
Professional credit card offers are part of a strategy by banks to avoid consumer protections mandated by new credit card rules.
Tuesday, September 7th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
SUNY enacts greater protection for students against credit cards
SUNY has just changed the rules about how credit card companies can market on campuses. There is rising concern about debt among students.
Tuesday, September 7th, 2010 by By Peter Stone
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.
Short term installment loans online provide fast, easy options
With short term installment loans, you can get fast cash with easy payment options. Fast approvals are offered directly online -- APPLY NOW!
Tuesday, September 7th, 2010 by By Victoria Kingston
Oracle picks up Mark Hurd and a lawsuit from HP
Oracle Corp. recently hired Mark Hurd, who had just resigned from HP. HP has just filed a lawsuit, alleging Oracle couldn't hire him legally.
Tuesday, September 7th, 2010 by By Peter Stone
Magic mushroom research: Hallucinogens help cancer patients cope
Clinical studies of mushrooms containing psilocybin showed hallucinogens offered comfort to cancer patients facing the end of their lives...
Tuesday, September 7th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
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.
More American workers turning to day labor during recession
More former white-collar American workers are taking up day labor jobs to make ends meet during the recession, according to media reports…
Tuesday, September 7th, 2010 by By Steve Tarlow
Treasury seeks public input about financial literacy education
The Treasury Department is seeking public comment about financial education guidelines to help Americans avoid personal financial meltdowns.
Tuesday, September 7th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
U.S. officials warn of danger in Koran burning
The planned Koran burning by the Dove World Outreach Center Church was decried by U.S. officials, saying it will endanger American troops...
Tuesday, September 7th, 2010 by By Peter Stone
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.
Justice Department faces off in court against Joe Arpaio
Controversial Sheriff Joe Arpaio is being sued by the Justice Department. The suit says Arpaio won't cooperate with civil rights investigations.
Tuesday, September 7th, 2010 by By Peter Stone
Volatile stock market driven by impulsive investor fears
Stock market volatility is sending traders on a rollercoaster ride driven by fear that is measured by the Market Volatility Index, or VIX.
Tuesday, September 7th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
Instant cash loans online make borrowing money easy
With instant cash loans online, borrowing money is easy. These online cash loans save time, money and offer an immediate financial solution.
Sunday, September 5th, 2010 by By Victoria Kingston
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.
Benefits of applying for advance payday loans online
There are many benefits of applying for payday advance loans. Advance payday loans offer fast cash solutions swiftly and easily... READ MORE
Saturday, September 4th, 2010 by By Victoria Kingston
Even the wealthy need instant money sometimes
A person could think that the middle class suffer more in recessions. Some very wealthy people are actually losing homes to foreclosure.
Saturday, September 4th, 2010 by By Peter Stone
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