Monthly Archives: April 2011

Condominium ownership becoming more difficult

As of March 1, new rules regarding mortgages on condos went into effect, leaving many condo owners and hopefuls in a difficult position.
Condo

Paying mortgages getting easier, but housing still depressed

Surveys of consumers are revealing that homeowners are finding it easier to pay the mortgage, but the housing market is still depressed.
Foreclosure sign

Racial discrimination evident in continued bank redlining

Redlining still hasn't disappeared from minority banking, reports USA Today. Minorities are still shut out of many bank loans and mortgages.
A white piggy bank, shaped like a grenade.

Where Is The Best Place To Get Payday Loans Online and Why?

There are all kinds of reasons why you would want to get a loan online but what should you know about payday loans first?
There are all kinds of reasons why you would want to get a loan online but what should you know about payday loans first?

Parents can help college grads secure internships

Parents can help their kids obtain internships for college grads in just a few easy steps. If they don't do it, who will?
A male college graduate hard at work at his internship position.

Nasdaq rebalancing reduces hedge fund manipulation of Apple stock

Reducing Apple's weight on the Nasdaq-100 makes Apple shares less vulnerable to rumors spread by hedge funds to manipulate the entire index.
apple stock

Chances of a dreaded IRS tax audit are low

Tax season brings around the grim specter of an audit by the IRS. Have no fear, as the chances of getting audited are less than 1 percent.
Pillory

Why Borrow Money On Installments To Keep From Defaulting On Bills And Ruining Your Credit?

Many people are shocked at how damaging it is to have a low credit score. Many though have found a temporary solution with installment loans.
Many people are shocked at how damaging it is to have a low credit score. Many though have found a temporary solution with installment loans.

$16 million cable bill quickly reversed by Time Warner

Time Warner Cable attributes a $16 million cable bill to "clerical error." This incident highlights the danger of financial autopilot.
Time Warner

Government employees to bear brunt of government shutdown

Bickering in Congress may lead to a government shutdown to make political points. However, government workers will bear the heaviest burden.
Cubicle farm

Refund anticipation loans could become endangered species

Regulations have made it hard for tax preparers to find financing for refund anticipation loan programs, which could disappear altogether.
Tax preparation

How To Use Short Term Loans To Save Your Budget

There are plenty of things eating your budget and late fees on the bills is typically the biggest waste and easiest to fix with short term loans.
There are plenty of things eating your budget and late fees on the bills is typically the biggest waste and easiest to fix with short term loans.

Avoid payday loan default with an extended payment plan

CFSA-member payday lenders offer consumers the option of an extended payment plan on payday loans when borrower default is a possibility.
A black-and-white photo of a key in a door lock.

McDonald’s hiring spree will produce 50,000 jobs on April 19

A McDonald's hiring spree – aka McDonald's Hiring Day – will produce 50,000 jobs on April 19. That's more than $518 million in added wages.
Outside a McDonald's location in Adelaide, Australia. The Golden Arches symbol is clearly visible atop the advertising sign.

Personal Loans Online Do Not Requre Credit Checks Or Collateral Deposits

Credit checks cause damage to your credit score. These are the factors that you will appreciate knowing so you can get a personal loan without ruining your credit or putting up collateral.
Credit checks cause damage to your credit score. These are the factors that you will appreciate knowing so you can get a personal loan without ruining your credit or putting up collateral.

Center for Responsible Lending has new report on payday loans

A new report has been released by the Center for Responsible Lending, slamming payday loans lenders, but it's just calling out a few bad apples.
Fanned cash

Construction sector continues to hold back economic recovery

Construction spending is at historic lows, another consequence of a housing market that drags on economic recovery ...
residential construction

Why Using a Cash Advance For a Spending Spree Is a Very Bad Idea!

Cash advances, although a modern convenience, are not to be used for for irresponsible spending. Use them wisely and you will improve your financial situation.
Cash advances, although a modern convenience, are not to be used for for irresponsible spending. Use them wisely and you will improve your financial situation.

Real wages still stagnant as unemployment recedes

Recently, it was reported that unemployment is starting to recede, but those who are employed are experiencing stagnating wages.
Dollar

Rising stocks behave out of character with positive jobs report

Because investors equate lower payrolls with higher profits, the stock market historically performs better when unemployment is higher.
jobs report