Monthly Archives: May 2011

Plunging commodity prices leaving investors jittery

Prices of gold, silver, coffee, oil, gasoline, copper and other "safe haven" investments have dropped precipitously in the last few days.
Silver coins

Arkansas cracks down on online payday lenders, consumer choice

The Arkansas Attorney General's Office obtained court orders forcing online payday lenders out of contracts with Arkansas residents.
Highway sign welcoming drivers to Arkansas, “The Natural State.”

The basics of a credit score

A credit score is a number used for many reasons, but taking control starts with understanding what is behind it.
FICO Score

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?

Payday lenders thriving despite regulatory climate

Though people are saving money more and regulatory climates are changing, payday loan lenders are continuing to thrive and expand.
Storefront of a payday loan lender

Students have a hard time paying off personal loans

College graduates are having an increasingly difficult time paying back student loans. One in four struggle, and 7 percent are in default.
Students in graduation attire

Tough choices in a tough job and housing market

Be sure to calculate the cost of living difference before you relocate for work, and check out these tips on how to sell your home.
calculator

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.

Banks will not raise ATM fees too high for now

ATM fees won't climb too much higher, at least for now. Chase has ended a $4 and $5 ATM fee program, as consumers can stand only so much.
Automatic Teller Machine

Tips for starting a small business on the right foot

Getting your new small business up and running requires lots of work. Here are new small business ideas to help give you a running start.
A small business owner turning the sign to “Open.”

New rule makes Social Security benefits off-limits for garnishing

Social Security benefits are now a little harder to garnish, under new rules passed to make garnishing benefit payments more transparent.
Social Security card

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.