Monthly Archives: June 2011
Social Security and Medicare at risk if debt ceiling not raised
If Congress cannot raise the debt ceiling, programs such as Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid could be at risk for default.
Thursday, June 30th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Samsung wants to block importation of Apple devices
Samsung has petitioned the ITC and filed suit against Apple to block U.S. importation of iPod, iPad and iPhone devices over patent disputes.
Thursday, June 30th, 2011 by By Ron Ford
Federal Reserve sets swipe fee cap, delays implementation
The Federal Reserve has announced the swipe fee cap will be set at 21 cents per transaction, but won't take effect until October.
Wednesday, June 29th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
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.
Bank of America agrees to $8.5 billion buyback deal
Bank of America has agreed to pay out an unprecedented $8.5 billion in buyback deal to 22 investors who bought mortgage-backed securities.
Wednesday, June 29th, 2011 by By Ron Ford
How to compute an annual compound interest rate
It's the little things like compound interest that can get you in the end. Learn how to compute compound interest and avoid bankruptcy.
Tuesday, June 28th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Swipe fee cap by Federal Reserve may be higher than planned
The Federal Reserve will announce what it is setting the swipe fee cap at, but it could be higher than 12 cents per transaction.
Tuesday, June 28th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
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.
How to save money during summer
Learn how to save money during summer on things like cooling costs and other household tasks.
Monday, June 27th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Pawn lenders continuing to become more high-class
Years ago, pawn lenders were seen as almost seedy. Pawn lenders have become more high-class over the past few years, however.
Monday, June 27th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Air France-KLM to fly on used cooking oil in September
Next September, Air France-KLM airlines will begin using an alternative fuel made from used cooking oil in some of their scheduled flights.
Monday, June 27th, 2011 by By Ron Ford
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?
Controversial robo-signing practice could extend to credit cards
JPMorgan Chase has been withdrawing credit card suits without explanation, and some believe robo-signing credit card suits is the culprit.
Friday, June 24th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
CFPB considers which non-bank industries to regulate
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau wants input into which non-bank industries it should regulate, in spite of Republican resistance.
Friday, June 24th, 2011 by By Ron Ford
Ninety percent of Americans fear stagnant wages, high prices
Nine out of 10 U.S. workers believe that their stagnant wages won't be enough to compensate for rising costs of fuel, food and other items.
Thursday, June 23rd, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
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.
Better Business Bureau ratings plagued by alleged corruption
Though it is a trusted institution by the public, the Better Business Bureau ratings system has been repeatedly accused of corruption.
Thursday, June 23rd, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Nevada town gets wiped out by recession
The town of Empire, Nev., has been wiped off the map. The company owned-town was the last of its kind and was a victim of the recession.
Thursday, June 23rd, 2011 by By Ron Ford
Man apologizes in court for shooting payday loan clerk
A payday loans clerk was shot point blank during an October robbery. The shooter apologized to her in court and was sentenced to prison.
Thursday, June 23rd, 2011 by By Shadra Beesley
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.
Consumers should watch for payday loan collection scams
Many debt collections are legal, but there are some fraudulent debt collection scams out there, including phony payday loan collection scams.
Wednesday, June 22nd, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Low CD rates prompt consumers to pay off credit cards
Extremely low CD rates have encouraged many consumers to funnel their money into paying off high-interest debt like credit cards.
Tuesday, June 21st, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
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