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.
Friday, May 6th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
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.
Thursday, May 5th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
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.
Thursday, May 5th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
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.
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.
Thursday, May 5th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
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.
Wednesday, May 4th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
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.
Wednesday, May 4th, 2011 by By Shadra Beesley
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 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.
Tuesday, May 3rd, 2011 by By Peter Stone
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.
Tuesday, May 3rd, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
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.
Monday, May 2nd, 2011 by By Peter Stone
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?
529 college savings plans are a better deal than ever
The recession forced 529 college savings plan administrators into a bidding war. Consumers looking to save for education are the winners.
Monday, May 2nd, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
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