Monthly Archives: October 2010

Get payday advance loans and avoid an overdraft

If you can't figure out the best way to keep your bank account in the positive, let me give you an idea: A payday advance loan can help...
A man smiling into the camera.

FCC to propose bill shock regulations that rein in mobile fees

"Bill shock" regulations proposed by the Federal Communications Commission aim to protect cell phone customers from getting surprise charges.
bill shock regulation to prevent this as pictured

Michelle Rhee resigns in D.C., schools everywhere lose

Michelle Rhee, Chancellor of D.C. Schools, has been pressured to resign. Teachers' unions won't miss Rhee's high-pressure approach.
Chancellor of D.C. Public Schools Michelle Rhee at a NOAA conference.

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.

Apple Inc. patents text filtering technology to prevent sexting

Apple Inc. has been granted a patent on its new technology designed mainly to block sexting, but the technology goes far beyond that purpose.
Texting

Apple Inc. reaches record high stock price

During a banner year, stock price for Apple Inc. shot to an all-time high of more than $300. The iPad, iPhone and iPod continue to dominate.
Red Delicious

Experts: Foreclosure moratorium will harm weak housing market

Government officials and housing industry experts agree a foreclosure moratorium will only further weaken the housing market, not help it...
foreclosure moratorium

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.

Oklahoma Earthquake | 4.3 quake does no significant damage

This morning, a light earthquake shook Oklahoma. The quake was felt as far away as Dallas / Fort Worth and no major damage has been reported.
Oklahoma

Chile miners rescue live | Chile flag flown at San Jose mine

Watch the Chile miners rescue live here, as well as an explanation of the Texas flag vs Chile flag question.
Chile Flag

Should I get payday advance loans?

There are many things that are beneficial about a payday advance loan; you would be surprised to know how simple payday advance loans are...
A smiling woman using a laptop to apply for a payday advance loan.

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.

Rogue Burger | Rogue States Burgers forced to move out of DuPont

Despite its efforts, Rogue States Burgers will have to move out of its DuPont circle location. It will be opening a new location soon, though.
Burger

Sony introduces Google TV that allows full internet access

At Best Buy on Oct. 24, the new Sony TV integrates Google Chrome, Google Android and Google Apps, all controlled via keyboard remote.
Sony

Roth IRA conversions surge in 2010

Roth IRA conversions are rising as taxpayers take advantage of tax breaks and try to avoid the prospect of rising federal taxes next year...
climbing to retirement savings goals

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.

Alcohol abuse is multi-faceted with many negative effects

Alcohol abuse is dangerous; it negatively affects the brain's normal function and contains substances that could damage the nervous system.
Drinking alcohol; alcohol abuse.

King Pharmaceuticals to be bought out by Pharma giant Pfizer

In order to head off the loss of income that results from the "patent cliff," Pfizer is purchasing painkiller maker King Pharmaceuticals...
EipPen

Recession makes civilian police jobs frighteningly necessary

Police budget cuts and layoffs have forced many U.S. cities to use civilian police officers in jobs for which they may not be qualified...
Two men in police uniforms are riding toy motorcycles down a sidewalk.

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.

The Google car uses artificial intelligence to drive itself

No hands on the steering wheel are required for the Google car, a modified Toyota Prius that has logged thousands of miles without a driver.
artificial intelligence drives google car, not hands on wheel

Online loans are risky for lenders

Lenders of online loans are a misunderstood bunch. They face higher risk than any other loan lender. Far more, in fact, than a bank does...
Bull riding