Monthly Archives: March 2011
Avoid bad buying practices and use credit cards to your advantage
Responsible credit card use can be beneficial to you and your credit report. Be careful; it's easy to develop bad habits with credit cards.
Thursday, March 10th, 2011 by By bryanh
Climate change in Columbia driving US coffee prices sky high
Hot weather and heavy rains have hurt Columbian coffee production as global demand catches up with coffee drinkers in the United States.
Thursday, March 10th, 2011 by By bryanh
Lawsuit lending the latest target of legislation
Lawsuit lending is a new industry that some legislatures are calling usury -- and others are calling a much-needed service.
Thursday, March 10th, 2011 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.
How to save money when world food prices are rising
Global food prices are rising and will likely continue to do so. However, there are ways to save money for the do-it-yourself inclined.
Wednesday, March 9th, 2011 by By Sam Hoober
Welfare payments make up 35 percent of total US wages, study says
Recession recovery has led to a disturbing statistic: Social welfare payments and services make up 35 percent of wages in the United States.
Wednesday, March 9th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
House financial committee considers Missouri payday loan bills
Missouri HB 132 and HB 656 are a study in contrasting payday loan legislation. One would kill the industry, the other would deal reasonably.
Wednesday, March 9th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
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.
Keep an eye out for commonly overlooked tax deductions
Millions of Americans hand the IRS hard-earned money that they could keep because they overlook deductions hiding in complicated U.S. tax code.
Wednesday, March 9th, 2011 by By bryanh
Applications for mortgage modifications spike with low rates
Mortgage applications have risen recently, though the spike was due to low interest rates spurring interest in mortgage modifications.
Wednesday, March 9th, 2011 by By Sam Hoober
Global food inflation starting to hit US grocery budgets harder
Global competition for basic agricultural commodities is increasing pressure and causing higher food prices for consumers in the United States.
Wednesday, March 9th, 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.
The four basics of renting out your space
It is a great market for landlords to rent out housing, but you should take a few simple steps to protect your wallet from unexpected hits.
Wednesday, March 9th, 2011 by By bryanh
Does Groupon hurt small business?
Groupon and other deep discount coupon websites are great for marketing. Small businesses should approach – but with some caution.
Tuesday, March 8th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Airline fare hikes blamed on rising fuel prices
A sixth increase in airline ticket prices for the year has brought the average price of a ticket up to $260 as gas prices continue to rise.
Tuesday, March 8th, 2011 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.
Android selling more smartphones than Research in Motion
Android is now the best selling operating system for smartphones. It has finally dethroned Research in Motion, maker of the Blackberry.
Tuesday, March 8th, 2011 by By Sam Hoober
Consumers borrowing more money but not from credit cards
A recently released Federal Reserve report indicates that more people are borrowing money, but fewer of them are doing so with credit cards.
Monday, March 7th, 2011 by By Sam Hoober
Libya needs food: The struggles of humanitarian aid
The crisis in Libya rages on, and refugees are finding it difficult to obtain food. The U.N. and U.S. are spearheading food delivery efforts.
Monday, March 7th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
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.
Million-dollar home sales increase as prices continue to slide
Wealthy Americans are taking advantage of depressed prices and low mortgage rates on large loans while the housing market continues to decline.
Monday, March 7th, 2011 by By bryanh
At final hearing for TARP, critics call bailout program a failure
As TARP ends, the Treasury official in charge of it defended the program, but critics said that it only helped Wall Street, not Main Street.
Monday, March 7th, 2011 by By bryanh
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