Monthly Archives: March 2011
Homeownership questioned by growing number of skeptics
Homeownership, a hallmark of the American Dream, is being questioned by a growing number of skeptics who think it is not a good investment.
Monday, March 21st, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Good news bad news for consumers as AT&T bids to buy T-mobile
AT&T has made a $39 billion bid to purchase T-Mobile. If the DOJ and FCC agree, it would create the largest wireless company in the United States.
Monday, March 21st, 2011 by By Mary Rice
Same day loan industry stands against rogue debt collectors
The Community Financial Services Association of America, which represents U.S. personal lenders, stands against aggressive collection practices.
Friday, March 18th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
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.
Bridge Loan basics: Financing short-term obligations
A bridge loan is used most often to fill the gap of financing between purchasing houses, but people are finding other ways to use them now.
Friday, March 18th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
Wisconsin judge blocks anti-collective bargaining bill
In a minor victory for the working class, the Wisconsin anti-collective bargaining law has been temporarily blocked by a Dane County judge.
Friday, March 18th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
FTC fines company $250,000 for sock puppet reviews
The FTC has charged Legacy Learning $250,000 for creating fake online reviews; this shows how you purchase online is as important as where.
Friday, March 18th, 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.
JP Morgan Chase introduces $5 ATM transaction fees
JP Morgan Chase is leading the charge to raise non-customer ATM fees. The bank has introduced a whopping $5 non-customer fee.
Thursday, March 17th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Reduce your homeowners insurance premiums with these credits
Lower your homeowners insurance premium with these hidden homeowners insurance credits.
Thursday, March 17th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Lawmakers seek to curb spate of debt collection arrest warrants
As the debt collection industry booms, debt collection arrest warrants are interfering with pursuit of serious crimes in some states.
Thursday, March 17th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
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?
Visa creating a person-to-person payment system
Calling cash "inefficient," Visa has announced a new P2P payment system that will compete with PayPal and start-ups like Square.
Thursday, March 17th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
Congress looking to reign in financial protection bureau
Congress is looking to curtail the reach of the Consumer Financial Protection Agency, as some legislators believe it has too much power.
Wednesday, March 16th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Illinois payday lender sues, calling reforms unconstitutional
Illinois Lending Corp. is suing so that a provision within the Illinois Payday Loan Reform Act can be blocked. It's a Constitution argument.
Wednesday, March 16th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
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.
Tibetan Mastiff breaks record as most expensive dog in the world
Prices for Tibetan Mastiffs have risen 500 percent in the last few years as China's super-rich seek the breed as the ultimate status symbol.
Wednesday, March 16th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
Meltdown in Japan and budget cuts endanger cheaper electricity
Nuclear power is a great way to get cheaper electricity, and new plants are unlikely because of the crisis in Japan and U.S. budget cuts.
Wednesday, March 16th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Tame grocery budgets with extreme couponing and other tricks
You can save a bundle with extreme coupon clipping and food stockpiling. One mother of four says she feeds her family for $10 a week.
Wednesday, March 16th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Personal Online Lending and How It Can Make or Break Your Family Budget During Hard Times
Hard times befall us all but you do not have to break your budget to pay your bills. Use personal loans responsibly to avoid penlaties and late fees.
March Madness: the NCAA billion-dollar money-making machine
The NCAA tournament each year generates billions of dollars in broadcast rights, advertising revenue and betting on games in office pools.
Wednesday, March 16th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
UK adds to basket of goods used to calculate Consumer Price Index
The United States adjusts the Consumer Price Index every few years, but the U.K. has already updated its basket to include smartphone apps.
Wednesday, March 16th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
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