Money Management
Ways for bookworms to save money on summer reading
Its the summer reading season, but that doesn't mean bookworms have to dish out a lot of cash to keep themselves in books.
Monday, July 11th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Walmart combats lower sales with coupons and samples
Walmart has been losing customers in the U.S. To get shoppers back, Walmart is using heavy coupon promotions and free samples on its website.
Friday, July 8th, 2011 by By Ron Ford
USDA announces cost of raising a child is growing up
The USDA has just released its annual report on the cost of raising children, and they are getting more expensive every year.
Friday, July 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.
How to have fun and save money
With a little imagination, you can learn how to have fun during summer without spending money – or not very much money.
Thursday, July 7th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Automatic 401(k) enrollment plans less effective than opt-in
Automatic enrollment of employees into 401(k) plans don't, as it turns out, guarantee that they will contribute as much as they could.
Thursday, July 7th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
How to write a customized cover letter
Applying for a job is tough. If you tailor your cover letter to the employer, you're one step closer. Learn how to write a good cover letter.
Thursday, July 7th, 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.
How to buy and sell stocks
With some basic information, you can learn to buy and sell stock in a few easy steps. It pays to examine corporate balance sheets.
Friday, July 1st, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
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
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?
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
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
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
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.
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
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.
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
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