Articles by Steve Tarlow
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Credit Counseling – Debt Management Plans and Consumer Psychology
Credit counseling for consumers depends greatly upon on consumer attitude and intent. Xiao and Wu's study looks at the connection. START HERE.
Tuesday, June 18th, 2013 by By Steve Tarlow
Grocery Store Madness Requires a Plan to Save
Everybody has to go to the grocery store once in a while, but not everyone approaches them with strategies for saving money. Here are a few of the things I...
Monday, June 17th, 2013 by By Steve Tarlow
U.S. Postal Service lost $8.5 billion in 2009
The U.S. Postal Service is suffering in the recession. The organization lost a whopping $8.5 billion in 2009. First-Class mail has dropped.
Saturday, June 15th, 2013 by By Steve Tarlow
How Can Your Credit Score Be Saved With Something As Simple As A Payday Loan?
Millions of people every year fall short on various bills and lose credit points. Payday loans are a no credit check option that can ease the pain.
Experts predict gas prices will fall during summer
Gas prices have approached $4 per gallon in the United States, despite a decrease in crude oil prices. Yet summer relief may be on the way.
Wednesday, June 12th, 2013 by By Steve Tarlow
Learn how to find the unclaimed money waiting for you
If it worked for "Good Morning America," it can work for you. Here are some ideas for finding unclaimed money that rightfully belongs to you.
Wednesday, June 12th, 2013 by By Steve Tarlow
Census Worker Hanged, Southern Chestnuts Roasting
A census worked hanged, a right-wing fringe on fire with talk of rebellion against a black man in the White House and talk of a Southern uprising. It's crazy…
Tuesday, June 11th, 2013 by By Steve Tarlow
Facts About Installment Loans Everyone Should Know Before Applying Online
Are installment loans online safe and secure? Is applying a big hassle with tons of hoops to jump through? We have the facts you want to know.
Southwest Airlines brings lower fares to South Carolina
The “Southwest Effect” is on in South Carolina now, says USA Today. Upon its arrival, competing airlines adopted lower airfare to compete...
Monday, June 10th, 2013 by By Steve Tarlow
Payday Loans: Going Where the Need is Greatest
In a recent Federal Reserve study, Robin Prager discovered that the connection between credit-challenged areas and payday loan stores is very real.
Friday, June 7th, 2013 by By Steve Tarlow
Jared Loughner shooting puts Arizona gun laws in the crosshairs
The Tucson, Arizona, shooting of Rep. Garbrielle Giffords and several others by Jared Lee Loughner shined a spotlight on Arizona's gun laws.
Thursday, June 6th, 2013 by By Steve Tarlow
How To Get A Cash Advance Without Providing Collateral or Submitting To A Credit Check
Credit checks can hurt your credit score and providing collateral for a loan is an unneccessary risk which can be avoided.
John McAfee of McAfee Antivirus | Rich Become Poor?
John McAfee, founder of McAfree Antivirus, has lost 96 percent of his fortune thanks to this recession. How far gone do we have to be before we realize that…
Thursday, June 6th, 2013 by By Steve Tarlow
Tucson angels to shield mourners from Westboro Baptists
In response to Westboro Baptist Church's promise to protest funerals of the Tuscon shooting victims, the city will join in “angel action.”
Wednesday, June 5th, 2013 by By Steve Tarlow
Light Bulb Ban in EU | U.S., Canada Slow to Keep Up
The EU has put a light bulb ban on incandescent into effect. But is the CFL (fluorescent) option – with all that mercury – safe? LEDs are still expensive…
Tuesday, June 4th, 2013 by By Steve Tarlow
How Personal Loans Online Can Prevent Your FICO Credit Score From Going Down
Traditional loans require a credit check which puts a hard inquiry on your credit report which in many cases lowers your overall credit rating.
A Gallon of Scorpion Venom Will Kill Your Budget
Everything is expensive these days. Focusing on debt relief is tough when so many liquids we use are budget-busting by the gallon.
Monday, June 3rd, 2013 by By Steve Tarlow
Top TARP auditor Barofsky resigns as banks struggle to repay
Head TARP auditor Neil Barofsky has resigned. There are currently more than 150 TARP banks in default on their government installment loans.
Saturday, June 1st, 2013 by By Steve Tarlow
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.
Saturday, June 1st, 2013 by By Steve Tarlow
How To Use Short Term Loans To Get Through a Budget Crisis Wisely
Everyone finds themsevles in a budget crisis from time to time and short term loans are only the answer in some circumstances when used wisely.
Avoid the top 10 budget mistakes
When it comes to making a budget, you can't afford not to do it. These top 10 budget mistakes are easily avoidable, so listen up.
Friday, May 31st, 2013 by By Steve Tarlow
Will Fireworks Shows Survive the Recession?
If you love to celebrate the Fourth of July with fireworks shows, be sure to find out if they're even happening in your community. The recession has made it...
Friday, May 31st, 2013 by By Steve Tarlow
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