Monthly Archives: June 2011
Debt collectors trying to polish image in media
Debt collectors are starting to get into the media, but this time they're trying to rehabilitate their image in the press.
Monday, June 13th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Virginia working to reduce use of payday and car title loans
The state of Virginia technically allows payday lending and car title lending, but has both products contained with legislation.
Friday, June 10th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Fed backs off on quantitative easing
The direction of the U.S. economy appears to be headed away from quantitative easing. Will the Fed allow a long-term solution to take hold?
Friday, June 10th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
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.
United States and Switzerland discuss tax evasion settlement
Swiss authorities are negotiating with U.S. to reach a settlement over Swiss bank secrecy practices long being used to shield tax evasion.
Friday, June 10th, 2011 by By Ron Ford
Number of people taking 401(k) loans hitting record high
The number of people that are taking personal loans out from their 401(k) accounts through employers are at a record high.
Thursday, June 9th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Russian ATMs know if you tell a lie
Russian banking giant Sberbank is testing lie-detecting ATMs that can help prevent consumer credit fraud.
Thursday, June 9th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
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.
President Obama talks about his personal finances
President Obama was asked Wednesday how he handles his personal finances. He says his philosophy involves smart spending and frugal saving.
Thursday, June 9th, 2011 by By Ron Ford
Tips for a more successful yard sale
Spring is here; time to declutter and spend time outside. How about a yard sale? Some planning will make it more profitable and low-stress.
Wednesday, June 8th, 2011 by By Ron Ford
July deadline looming for ruling on debit card fee cap
An extension for the debit card fee cap has failed to pass the U.S. Senate. The Federal Reserve will rule on a cap on fees in July.
Wednesday, June 8th, 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?
Judge rules bank is not responsible for hacked accounts
Maine Judge John Rich ruled that Ocean Bank is not responsible for money lost when a company's online bank account was hacked.
Wednesday, June 8th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Study: Unemployment dragging down student test scores
A new study by the National Bureau of Economic Research has found that unemployment has a correlation to decreased student test scores.
Tuesday, June 7th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Woman age 100 has same bank account since 1913
An Ohio woman has kept the same savings account since 1913, when she was a year and a half old. The bank threw her a 100th birthday party.
Tuesday, June 7th, 2011 by By Ron Ford
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.
Sites offering peer-to-peer personal loans keep growing
Websites, such as Prosper.com and LendingClub.com, that offer peer-to-peer personal loans are starting to expand quite rapidly.
Tuesday, June 7th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Value of college questioned with high loans and unemployment
As student loan balances and unemployment grow, people are beginning to question the value of college. The numbers say it does have value.
Monday, June 6th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
National debt ceiling debate affects us all
Congress debates as U.S. nears the debt ceiling. If it is not raised and no compromise is reached by August, the effects will be felt by all.
Monday, June 6th, 2011 by By Ron Ford
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.
Goldman Sachs takes aim at Senate report
Goldman Sachs is preparing to fire back at the Senate subcommittee that drew attention to the firm's gross profits from subprime speculation.
Monday, June 6th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
FTC sues another get rich quick infomercial company sued
The Federal Trade Commission has slapped a company promising people they can "get rich quick" through real estate, with fraud suit.
Friday, June 3rd, 2011 by By Peter Stone
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