Monthly Archives: April 2011
Federal probe into robosigning reaches initial settlement
The federal government has completed its investigation into the robosigning scandal and reached an initial settlement with the banks involved.
Wednesday, April 13th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Can’t pay your taxes? What to do about extensions and interest
If you can't pay your taxes, you do have options but all of them start with contacting the IRS, and you must file even if you can't pay.
Wednesday, April 13th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
Consumers advised to avoid credit card protection plans
Credit card debt protection plans are great for credit card companies but end up being not very beneficial for people who enroll in them.
Tuesday, April 12th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Payday loan APR Fees and How They Compare To Other Financing Rates
A fee of $32 on a $100 bounced check can have an APR as high as 2,336%. You would be surprised to see how other fees measure up.
Killing payday lending does not fight poverty
The Anti-Poverty Coalition of Greater Dallas has attacked payday lending and ignored the financial effect eliminating short term credit.
Tuesday, April 12th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Pimco moves market with short position on U.S. government debt
The world's biggest bond trader has gone short on U.S. Treasury bonds and warns investors not to trust Congress to solve the debt problem.
Tuesday, April 12th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
Investing basics and how NOT to invest
Armed with some basic investing ideas – including knowledge of how not to invest – you can build wealth with confidence.
Tuesday, April 12th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Installment Loans Online and How They Differ From The Average Payday Loan
One of the most liked features of installment loans is being able to pay them back over a much longer period of time then normal loans you may find locally.
Most Americans still believe in real estate as an investment
Despite housing still slumping in a recession, Americans still believe real estate is the best investment a person can make in the long run.
Tuesday, April 12th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Student loan debt expected to hit more than $1 trillion in 2011
Student loan debt is expected to rise even faster as tuition increases and federal financial aid options dwindle.
Tuesday, April 12th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
Expensive alternatives to checking accounts becoming more popular
Prepaid debit cards are touted as a great alternative to checking accounts. The cards can be expensive but helpful for those without bank accounts.
Tuesday, April 12th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
The Ease and Convenience of Short Term Loans Needs To Be Managed In A Smart Way
It is not wise to go crazy with short term loans just because you can get them online with no credit checks, no collateral and without having to fax in tons of documents.
Federal Reserve not planning to reign in credit supply yet
Worries about inflation have caused lawmakers and financial experts to ponder whether the Federal Reserve should curb the credit supply.
Monday, April 11th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Right for consumers to choose preserved in Kentucky
Kentucky House Bill 182 fell in defeat, keeping the freedom of financial choice in the hands of consumers, according to Kevin Borland.
Monday, April 11th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
CEO pay soars as flat middle class wages erode with inflation
Rising food and gas prices are cutting into stagnant middle class wages as CEOs cash in on the productivity of U.S. workers.
Monday, April 11th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
What You Need To Know To Keep From Getting Trapped By Cash Advance Addiction
Cash advances are not a long term financial fix for spending spree addictions. Using them should be done so responsibly and in a realistic manner.
Recovery Watch: Credit card mail has increased dramatically
Credit card mail has increased considerably, a sign of credit easing. Know some of the major ploys card companies use to get you to sign up.
Monday, April 11th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Stashing cash at home backfires in Japan tsunami zone
Thousands of metal safes and parcels of cash are turning up in the wreckage a month after the Japan earthquake and tsunami.
Monday, April 11th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
Energy crisis jitters hit as gas prices approach record high
Gas prices continue to increase, and as the cost of gas nears a record high, fewer consumers are willing to pay the price at the pump.
Monday, April 11th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
No Credit Check Personal Loans From The Comfort Of Home - A Good Thing or a Bad Thing?
Personal loans are so easy to get it worries some consumer groups. Like anything on the internet it pays to be informed before you pursue any online transactions.
New regulations make mortgages tougher for the self-employed
New lending regulations in the United States are having the effect of making mortgages much less accessible to self-employed people.
Monday, April 11th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
Government shutdown does not postpone IRS deadline
There is a looming government shutdown, but it does not negate the obligation to file an income tax return with the IRS by April 18.
Friday, April 8th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
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