Daily Archives: January 31, 2011
Banks loosen credit standards as consumer spending improves
Credit standards are loosening as banks compete for loans, consumer spending increases and the lending industry starts to return to normal.
Monday, January 31st, 2011 by By bryanh
Elizabeth Warren on credit cards, banks and payday loans
Elizabeth Warren of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau told the Associated Press the organization supports the payday lending industry.
Monday, January 31st, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Jackson Hewitt sues H&R Block over short term loan ads
Tax preparation giant H&R Block is being sued by Jackson Hewitt, claiming defamation from a series of commercials made by H&R Block.
Monday, January 31st, 2011 by By Sam Hoober
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.
The Ford money machine churns out profits
Ford will announce that 2010 was its most profitable year since 2000, reports Automotive News. CEO Alan Mulally cites quality as the reason.
Monday, January 31st, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Death penalty drug shortage slows down executions
The company that makes a drug used in lethal injection has been denied a license by Italy, leading to a shortage and search for alternatives.
Monday, January 31st, 2011 by By bryanh
Massive blizzard threatens to bury Chicago and Midwest in snow
A massive blizzard system is moving through the Midwest, which may bring massive snowfall. The Chicago area is expected to be hit hardest.
Monday, January 31st, 2011 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.
Publix ice cream recall | Mistake in release distracts from risk
The FDA and Publix supermarkets have released a voluntary recall of ice cream -- but the recall announcement contained one big mistake.
Monday, January 31st, 2011 by By bryanh
On Groundhog Day 2011, Punxsutawney Phil at risk for hypothermia
Chances are the celebrated gopher will will not see his shadow on Groundhog Day, and winter in the northeast is likely to continue unabated.
Monday, January 31st, 2011 by By bryanh
Texas rolling unemployment loan to the private market
Several states are responsible for huge interest payments to the federal government. Rather than put budgets at risk, payments are extended.
Monday, January 31st, 2011 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.
Amid chaos, U.S. citizens urged to evacuate Egypt immediately
As the regime of Egypt's Hosni Mubarak teeters on the edge, the U.S. State Department has urged U.S. citizens to evacuate Egypt immediately.
Monday, January 31st, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
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