Daily Archives: January 14, 2011

Missouri House Bill 132 stifles free market competition

Rep. Mary Still (D-Mo.) is pushing House Bill 132, which would place an untenable cap on payday loans and cost jobs in the process.
A rolled-up dollar bill sitting upright on a table.

BP/Russia oil deal touted by Putin, doubted by US Congress

A BP/Russia oil deal is heartily endorsed by Vladimir Putin, but it has raised red flags with certain members of the United States Congress.
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Michael Steele drops Republican National Committee chair race

Michael Steele dropped out of the running for Republican National Committee chair. Incumbent Steele said the RNC needs something different.
Michael Steele

Payday Loans and How You Can Protect Your Personal Information From Identity Theft

Encryption of your data is just the basic level of protection you need to look for. You can also check to see if the page has HTTPS in the address bar when on application page.
Encryption of your data is just the basic level of protection you need to look for. You can also check to see if the page has HTTPS in the address bar when on application page.

IRS announces tax refund debit cards for unbanked households

The IRS is offering tax refund debit cards to save money and allow unbanked taxpayers who can't use direct deposit to get their money faster.
unbanked households

Bank of America steels itself for exposure of Wikileaks data

It's believed that Wikileaks has data on Bank of America mortgage, foreclosure and other corruption that could be big enough to kill the bank.
A nonplussed preacher walks away from a Bank of America ATM.

NPSL cards: The credit myth that puts you at risk

There are NPSL credit risks to consider. Find out what No Preset Spending Limit (NPSL) cards are and how they can affect your credit score..
Credit cards

How People Are Taking Advantage of Installment Loans To Cover Budget Shocks Today

Budget shocks are something very common these days. Many middle class Americans have started using installment lending products to get through tough times.
Budget shocks are something very common these days. Many middle class Americans have started using installment lending products to get through tough times.

Debt Solutions | Are growing costs pushing you into debt?

There are many debt solutions available, each designed to help with different types of situations. Here are some helpful tips to consider...
A man in debt.

Groupon spurns Google; IPO could exceed $15 billion

Groupon, local business marketing company, spurned Google's $6 billion offer to buy the company. Groupon's IPO could be $15 billion or more.
Variation on the Groupon logo.

Escalating unrest in Tunis causes Tunisian president to flee

Growing unrest and protests in Tunisia have culminated in unpopular President Ben Ali fleeing capital city Tunis and abandoning his office.
Ben Ali

Short Term Loans Are Available Without Credit Checks - What Does That Mean For You?

Having access to a short term loan online when every you want without credit checks is a tempting offer but what should you know before applying?
Having access to a short term loan online when every you want without credit checks is a tempting offer but what should you know before applying?

FDA cuts acetaminophen dose in prescription painkillers by half

The FDA has limited the amount of acetaminophen allowed in prescription painkillers in an effort to cut down on overdoses and liver damage.
acetaminophen overdose

USDA home loans showing signs of collapsing

The USDA home loan program was intended to help small, rural communities attract more homeowners -- but it may collapse under bad practices.
Farm

The puzzle of rising retail sales and falling consumer confidence

New reports on higher retail sales and lower consumer confidence present conflicting data; economists say expectation is a better barometer.
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