Monthly Archives: December 2010
H&R Block stops offering short term loans against tax refunds
H&R Block has been forced out of offering short term loans against tax refunds. The company will try to offer alternatives to refund loans.
Tuesday, December 28th, 2010 by By Sam Hoober
How your payroll tax holiday can really mean something this year
Much of the $240 billion payroll tax holiday will be spent on lattes, but discipline can turn yours into real money and savings on interest.
Tuesday, December 28th, 2010 by By bryanh
Police respond to Miami Airport explosion caused by hairspray
Miami Airport today was overrun by bomb squads, police and TSA officials when a can of hairspray exploded; the can was packed in someone's bag.
Tuesday, December 28th, 2010 by By bryanh
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.
Index finger length may indicate prostate cancer risk
A newly published study of index finger measurement in relation to ring fingers indicates that it could be a predictor for prostate cancer.
Tuesday, December 28th, 2010 by By Steve Tarlow
Dutch Sandwich is a tasty tax evasion for U.S. multinationals
The Dutch Sandwich is a complex tax-evasion scheme that multinational corporations use to move billions in profits to Caribbean tax havens.
Tuesday, December 28th, 2010 by By bryanh
Neanderthal diet more sophisticated than previously thought
Recent discoveries indicate that the Neanderthal diet was not necessarily mostly meat. Neanderthals cooked a fair amount of veggies, too...
Tuesday, December 28th, 2010 by By Sam Hoober
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.
Motivating workout music | Get the most out of your workout tunes
The right workout music has been scientifically proven to help make workouts more effective. Here are places to start building your playlist.
Tuesday, December 28th, 2010 by By bryanh
Shariah Islamic stock index opens in India
The BSE TASIS Shariah 50 – a Shariah-compliant Islamic stock index – has opened for business in India. It taps a trillion-dollar industry...
Tuesday, December 28th, 2010 by By Steve Tarlow
Sugarloaf ski lift collapses in wind gust; ski patrol evacuating
The Spillway East chairlift at Sugarloaf Ski area in Maine has been blown off its tracks by a wind gust. About 100 skiers are being evacuated.
Tuesday, December 28th, 2010 by By bryanh
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.
Economic growth in Louisiana dependent on government loans
Louisiana is facing tough economic times, but the combination of government loans and economic incentives is bringing in new businesses.
Tuesday, December 28th, 2010 by By bryanh
New Year’s Eve party ideas for kids | 10 minutes to a great party
If you're celebrating New Year's Eve with kids, the party doesn't have to be stressful. Here are several ways to make the party plenty easy.
Tuesday, December 28th, 2010 by By bryanh
Death panels sneak in under the radar as a Medicare regulation
A Medicare rule paying doctors to give advice about end-of-life care has conservatives spreading paranoia about death panels once again ...
Monday, December 27th, 2010 by By bryanh
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.
Attractive models solicit bone marrow donors in Massachusetts
A Massachusetts organization recruited attractive models to solicit bone marrow donations. It may have also been committing insurance fraud.
Monday, December 27th, 2010 by By Steve Tarlow
Leon Walker charged with felony hacking for reading wife’s e-mail
Leon Walker has been charged with felony hacking, a crime that carries a five-year sentence, for checking and reading his wife's e-mail ...
Monday, December 27th, 2010 by By bryanh
Ensure your happy new year with a year-end financial checklist
Before you pop the cork on New Year's Day, find some extra 2010 tax deductions and make your 2011 financial resolutions to have a better year.
Monday, December 27th, 2010 by By bryanh
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.
Pay down credit card debt | Using science to pay it down faster
Studies have found that most people don't pay down their credit card debt using the fastest formula. Here's how to get out of debt faster.
Monday, December 27th, 2010 by By bryanh
Avoid work rumors | 4 ways to keep out of the rumor mill
Avoiding work rumors is easy -- if you keep a few simple things in mind. Here are four easy places to start.
Monday, December 27th, 2010 by By bryanh
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