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False foreclosures: More great news for homeowners
Incidents involving false foreclosures are on the rise in the U.S., where the foreclosure process is now choked by inefficiency and fraud.
Wednesday, December 22nd, 2010 by By Steve Tarlow
How to get the house you want with a mortgage loan you can afford
Getting an affordable mortgage doesn't have to involve good credit scores, high down payments and 30-year terms ...
Tuesday, December 21st, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
Idea to incorporate savings rate into credit scores wins $50,000
Factoring savings into credit scores won the grand prize in a contest for ideas on how to boost the falling national savings rate to 10 percent.
Monday, December 20th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
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.
Administration: Principal reduction keeps foreclosures in check
The regulator for Fannie and Freddie won't let the agencies participate in principal reduction to stem a rising tide of underwater mortgages.
Friday, December 17th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
Arizona sues Bank of America over loan modifications
Arizona is suing Bank of America for fraud over mortgage loan modification practices. Nevada reportedly will follow suit in the near future.
Friday, December 17th, 2010 by By Steve Tarlow
Bank On Dallas trying to reduce need for Texas payday loans
The Dallas City Council is trying to limit the customer base for short-term credit by creating a new program for unbanked customers...
Friday, December 17th, 2010 by By Mary Rice
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.
New Fed exhibits proactive approach on credit cards
The Fed, in full contrast to recent regulatory policy, recently announced changes that will close certain key loopholes within the CARD Act.
Thursday, December 16th, 2010 by By Odysseas Papadimitriou, CEO of CardHub.com
Hybrid vehicle tax rebate expiring
Anyone who wants to get some instant cash for buying a green vehicle had better do it now. The tax credit for most green cars is expiring.
Monday, December 13th, 2010 by By Peter Stone
Germany must do more to avert economic crisis, says Cohen
German Chancellor Angela Merkel wants a euro zone 2.0, but critics wonder whether she is really willing to work to help make it happen...
Monday, November 29th, 2010 by By Steve Tarlow
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?
How to prevent taking out a mortgage on a meth house
A home buyer stuck with a meth house can't live in it and usually can't afford meth clean up costs, which can run from $50,000 to $100,000.
Monday, November 29th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
Making Work Pay credit expiring | Most paychecks will shrink
Though the Bush tax cuts are receiving the most attention, the $60 billion Making Work Pay tax credit is set to expire soon.
Wednesday, November 24th, 2010 by By Mary Rice
What to do with erroneous charges on your bill
If you want to get rid of those charges that don't belong to you, the best thing to do in situations like this is to stay calm and polite...
Friday, November 19th, 2010 by By Lee West
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.
Save money by doing your taxes now
Don't wait for the deadline! Knowing ahead of time that there are ways to save money on your taxes will help keep more money in your pocket.
Thursday, November 18th, 2010 by By $ Bonnie Jones
Protect your money and identity from scammers
Despite warnings and mass publicity regarding scam protection, scamming is still a major issue today. Here are some red flags to look out for.
Wednesday, November 17th, 2010 by By $ Bonnie Jones
Business funding with a personal touch
Certain factors often converge to make personal credit cards better suited for small business funding than traditional business credit cards.
Wednesday, November 17th, 2010 by By Odysseas Papadimitriou, CEO of CardHub.com
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.
Modern consumer debt levels make payday loan trap unlikely
Critics have contended that a payday loan is a debt trap. Current data on consumer debt makes payday loans look like dust in the wind...
Wednesday, November 10th, 2010 by By Payday Loan Advocate
National Inflation Association | Using fear to push investments
The National Inflation Association says that inflation will put prices over the top -- but you have to consider the source of the statistics.
Tuesday, November 9th, 2010 by By Mary Rice
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