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Energy crisis jitters hit as gas prices approach record high
Gas prices continue to increase, and as the cost of gas nears a record high, fewer consumers are willing to pay the price at the pump.
Monday, April 11th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Government shutdown does not postpone IRS deadline
There is a looming government shutdown, but it does not negate the obligation to file an income tax return with the IRS by April 18.
Friday, April 8th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Credit bureau Experian accused of fraud in California lawsuit
Experian, one of the three credit reporting bureaus, is being sued for fraud for selling credit reports information that is worthless.
Friday, April 8th, 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.
Legal spat over financial protection bureau continues
The legal battle over the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau continues, as legislators try to gut the agency before it starts operating.
Thursday, April 7th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Wireless payment network to debut in Salt Lake City
A wireless payment network is going to be unveiled in Salt Lake City. People with phones that have NFC technology will barely need a wallet.
Wednesday, April 6th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Rent beginning to rise nationwide as fewer buy homes
As fewer people are able to buy real estate, more people are moving into rental properties. Rent is starting rise nationwide as a result.
Wednesday, April 6th, 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.
Paying mortgages getting easier, but housing still depressed
Surveys of consumers are revealing that homeowners are finding it easier to pay the mortgage, but the housing market is still depressed.
Tuesday, April 5th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Chances of a dreaded IRS tax audit are low
Tax season brings around the grim specter of an audit by the IRS. Have no fear, as the chances of getting audited are less than 1 percent.
Tuesday, April 5th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Government employees to bear brunt of government shutdown
Bickering in Congress may lead to a government shutdown to make political points. However, government workers will bear the heaviest burden.
Monday, April 4th, 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?
Refund anticipation loans could become endangered species
Regulations have made it hard for tax preparers to find financing for refund anticipation loan programs, which could disappear altogether.
Monday, April 4th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Center for Responsible Lending has new report on payday loans
A new report has been released by the Center for Responsible Lending, slamming payday loans lenders, but it's just calling out a few bad apples.
Monday, April 4th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Real wages still stagnant as unemployment recedes
Recently, it was reported that unemployment is starting to recede, but those who are employed are experiencing stagnating wages.
Friday, April 1st, 2011 by By Peter Stone
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.
New jobless claims decline; employers may be hiring
New unemployment claims declined last week by 6,000, and overall, long-term unemployment claims are decreasing as well.
Thursday, March 31st, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Bailout loans paying dividends as banks rebound from recession
Wall Street has rebounded from the recession, and loans that were lent to financial institutions have made the U.S. Treasury a profit.
Wednesday, March 30th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Obama calls for urgent overhaul of national energy policy
At a recent appearance, President Obama called for an overhaul of the nation's energy policy including a major reduction in oil imports.
Wednesday, March 30th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
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.
More banks ending debit card rewards
The ranks of major banks ending debit card reward programs are swelling as the cost of new financial reforms are adding up.
Tuesday, March 29th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Anheuser Busch buys Goose Island in quest for world domination
Anheuser Busch has just purchased the Goose Island brewery, as macrobrewers are gobbling up many smaller beer companies to dominate markets.
Tuesday, March 29th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
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