Daily Archives: January 26, 2011
Iowa Catholic Conference pursues payday lending limits
The Iowa Catholic Conference should say what it means. A 36 percent APR payday loan cap would shut down the industry, not make it better.
Wednesday, January 26th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Debt settlement plans more likely than state bankruptcy
States with budget issues are more likely to find debt settlement options rather than declare state bankruptcies, which isn't allowed.
Wednesday, January 26th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
New Say on Pay rule gives shareholders vote on CEO compensation
The Say on Pay rule the SEC approved Wednesday as part of the Dodd-Frank Act lets shareholders decide whether CEOs are worth their salaries.
Wednesday, January 26th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
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.
Jared Loughner enters not guilty plea in attempted murder case
Accused Tucson shooter Jared Loughner has pleaded not guilty. Loughner's mental competence has not yet been questioned in the courtroom.
Wednesday, January 26th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
LightSquared cleared by FCC to build nationwide wireless network
LightSquared has the FCC's OK, but industry groups have raised concern that the network will interfere with GPS and emergency communications.
Wednesday, January 26th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
Facebook social login and https security instituted
After being hacked several times in just a few days, Facebook has instituted new security features -- that are locking out legitimate users.
Wednesday, January 26th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
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.
Rep. Dennis Kucinich sues over olive pit in his sandwich
Dennis Kucinich has filed a $150,000 lawsuit against the companies responsible for a sandwich with an olive pit in it that hurt his teeth.
Wednesday, January 26th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Google Offers coupons previews available through maps.google.com
A specific search conducted on Google today could show you a preview of possible Google Offers options, but there's no word on official launch.
Wednesday, January 26th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
Obama State of the Union address calls for greater innovation
President Obama's State of the Union address called for greater investment in the future and for both parties in government to work together.
Wednesday, January 26th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
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?
December new home sales improve to second-worst month ever
Americans should take the latest news of a "surge" in December new home sales with grain of salt; December followed the worst month on record.
Wednesday, January 26th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
Mortgage Lenders Network USA told loan documents are protected
One sub prime mortgage lender has lost its bid to destroy thousands of original loan documents. This ruling does not apply to all lenders, though.
Wednesday, January 26th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
Stakes are high for a national clean energy policy in the U.S.
A national clean energy policy would expand the market and make clean energy in the United States a more reliable long-term investment ...
Wednesday, January 26th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
You Are Not Supposed To Know Cash Advances Online Do Not Require Any Credit
Credit is not a factor with cash advances online. There are not credit checks so their is no hard inquiry on your record to lower your credit score.
Best meals from crock pot cookery
Getting the best meals out of your underused crockpot starts with knowing the basics of crock pot cooking and some inexpensive, easy recipes.
Wednesday, January 26th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
Lion meat tacos removed from Arizona restaurant after threats
A restaurant in Tuscon, Ariz., has canceled a promotion of lion meat tacos after receiving threats for daring to plan to serve the food item.
Wednesday, January 26th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
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