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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
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
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
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.
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
Better Business Bureau ratings plagued by alleged corruption
Though it is a trusted institution by the public, the Better Business Bureau ratings system has been repeatedly accused of corruption.
Thursday, June 23rd, 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.
TV pitchman Don Lapre indicted for fraud on 41 charges
TV pitchman Don Lapre has been indicted for multiple fraud charges stemming from his "Greatest Vitamin in the Word" infomercial scheme.
Monday, June 20th, 2011 by By Ron Ford
Big Lots recalls bed after death of young boy
Discount retailer Big Lots has recalled a futon bunk bed sold between 2009 and 2010 following the death of a three-year-old boy in Iowa.
Friday, June 17th, 2011 by By Ron Ford
Merchants moving away from debit and credit cards
Merchants are starting to move away from credit and debit cards, as interchange fees charged by banks are making them unpopular.
Wednesday, June 15th, 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?
US CEOs bullish on sales, hiring increases
U.S. CEOs surveyed by Business Roundtable were optimistic that sales in the next six months will facilitate increased hiring.
Tuesday, June 14th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Tighter regulation urged by Congress for business credit cards
Members of Congress are lobbying the Federal Reserve to regulate business credit cards more like personal credit cards.
Tuesday, June 14th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
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
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.
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
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
Bank of America settles overdraft fee lawsuit for $410 million
Bank of America has settled a class action suit over processing transactions out of order to collect more overdraft fees for $410 million.
Thursday, May 26th, 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.
Big banks debut clearXchange mobile payments service
Bank of America, JPMorgan Chase and Wells Fargo have created clearXchange, a mobile payment service to compete with systems like PayPal.
Wednesday, May 25th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Will the CFPB serve up a small bank Rapture?
The American Bankers Association fears the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau will kill more than 1,000 small U.S. banks and credit unions.
Monday, May 23rd, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
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