Monthly Archives: April 2011
Caterpillar tallies record $1.22 billion profit in Q1
Caterpillar turned in a record Q1 2011 with $1.22 billion in profit. Can an increase in construction jobs be far behind?
Friday, April 29th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Americans feeling the pinch of higher gas prices
Gas prices have nearly hit $4 per gallon nationwide, and Americans are starting to feel the pinch of having to pay more at the pump.
Friday, April 29th, 2011 by By Sam Hoober
April showers bring may flowers and boost pending home sales
Pending home sales, or contracts to purchase a home, rose during the month of March as the housing market is slowly coming back to life
Thursday, April 28th, 2011 by By Sam Hoober
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.
Sony sued over Playstation Network hack that exposed millions
Sony has been slapped with a class action suit over the Playstation network hack that exposed millions to possible identity theft.
Wednesday, April 27th, 2011 by By Sam Hoober
Wal-Mart customers are losing too much money, says retailer
Wal-Mart has gone through seven straight quarters of sales decline. As a result, CEO Mike Duke has refocused the company's lens on lower prices.
Wednesday, April 27th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
30 percent interest for late payments at Bank of America
Watch out for default interest rates. Despite new rules, credit card issuers like Bank of America will still raise rates sky high.
Wednesday, April 27th, 2011 by By Sam Hoober
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.
Banks used free Fed money in financial crisis to profit, not lend
Free money from the Fed intended to boost lending was used to pad bank profits with sweetheart bond deals instead ...
Wednesday, April 27th, 2011 by By bryanh
What to do if potential HUD fraud threatens your deposit
Buying an HUD home should take 60 days at most, experts claim. If you're having trouble and suspect fraud, here's what you can do.
Wednesday, April 27th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Antique tax breaks for oil and gas industry fall out of fashion
Record profits, high gas prices and the current budget cutting craze could spell the end for billions in oil and gas subsidies.
Wednesday, April 27th, 2011 by By bryanh
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?
Unmarried couples face different standards in finance
The Census Bureau has noted a rise in the number of cohabiting couples. Cohabitation, without marriage, can make finances trickier.
Wednesday, April 27th, 2011 by By Sam Hoober
Obama, HUD considering home renters tax credit
President Obama and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development have proposed a home renter's tax credit to offset soaring rents.
Tuesday, April 26th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Dollar continues slide, but rally in near future not far-fetched
The U.S. Dollar Index is approaching its all-time low, but a number of factors may signal a rebound for the greenback ...
Tuesday, April 26th, 2011 by By bryanh
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.
How to avoid money arguments, for couples
If fighting about money defines your coupling relationship, try these strategies for how to avoid money arguments.
Tuesday, April 26th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Home prices double dipping; rents climbing up
Buying a home is getting more expensive on the front end, even as prices are dropping, and renting is becoming a more expensive option.
Tuesday, April 26th, 2011 by By bryanh
Office of Servicemember Affairs to keep military loans honest
Holly Petraeus will lead the Office of Servicemember Affairs, a consumer protector created to provide financial advice to military families.
Monday, April 25th, 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.
Mortgage acceleration: No risk, high yield, long term investment
Increasing a mortgage payment by just $100 per month will save several thousand dollars and a few years over the life of a home loan.
Monday, April 25th, 2011 by By bryanh
The best summer jobs for teens
Now's the time to look for summer jobs, teens. The recession has made it tougher, but don't give up. Here are some summertime employment ideas.
Monday, April 25th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
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