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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
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
Selling credit reports to payday lenders gets Teletrack fined
Subprime credit reporting agency Teletrack was fined nearly $2 million by the Federal Trade Commission for illegally selling information.
Wednesday, July 6th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Where Is The Best Place To Get Payday Loans Online and Why?
There are all kinds of reasons why you would want to get a loan online but what should you know about payday loans first?
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
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
Nevada town gets wiped out by recession
The town of Empire, Nev., has been wiped off the map. The company owned-town was the last of its kind and was a victim of the recession.
Thursday, June 23rd, 2011 by By Ron Ford
Why Borrow Money On Installments To Keep From Defaulting On Bills And Ruining Your Credit?
Many people are shocked at how damaging it is to have a low credit score. Many though have found a temporary solution with installment loans.
Report claims payday loan cases clog Utah courts
A recent study claims that payday loan cases are clogging up Utah courts. But payday lenders say that the report is biased and misleading.
Tuesday, June 21st, 2011 by By Ron Ford
JPMorgan Chase pays $27 million in Treasury probe
JP Morgan Chase bank has agreed to pay a $2 million to the OCC for alleged false statements and high pressure sales tactics in auto loans.
Thursday, June 16th, 2011 by By Ron Ford
Scammers target payday loan customers
Payday loan collection scams involve harassing phone calls threatening arrest and jail if victims do not pay debts -- which they do not owe.
Wednesday, June 15th, 2011 by By Ron Ford
How To Use Short Term Loans To Save Your Budget
There are plenty of things eating your budget and late fees on the bills is typically the biggest waste and easiest to fix with short term loans.
Goldman Sachs takes aim at Senate report
Goldman Sachs is preparing to fire back at the Senate subcommittee that drew attention to the firm's gross profits from subprime speculation.
Monday, June 6th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Loss of tax loan funding causes Jackson Hewitt bankruptcy
Jackson Hewitt, the tax preparation firm, has gone into bankruptcy protection because of loss of revenue from tax refund anticipation loans.
Wednesday, May 25th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
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
Personal Loans Online Do Not Requre Credit Checks Or Collateral Deposits
Credit checks cause damage to your credit score. These are the factors that you will appreciate knowing so you can get a personal loan without ruining your credit or putting up collateral.
LinkedIn IPO sends brokers scurrying for tech bubble cover
LinkedIn is the latest internet-based company to go public with a bang – and frighten investors who are wary of a new technology bubble.
Friday, May 20th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
OnDeck platform provides a credit rating to small businesses
Small businesses have a new resource, OnDeck, for aggregating financial information and gaining an independent credit rating.
Thursday, May 19th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
Recession survival tips for small businesses
Surviving a recession can be tough for small businesses. With these tips, it is possible to break even or even raise the bottom line.
Thursday, May 12th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Why Using a Cash Advance For a Spending Spree Is a Very Bad Idea!
Cash advances, although a modern convenience, are not to be used for for irresponsible spending. Use them wisely and you will improve your financial situation.
Microfinance industry becoming troubled by scandals
The microfinance industry is becoming rocked with a series of scandals, and it appears to be unraveling despite many lenders noble aims.
Tuesday, May 10th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Master the metrics of small business success
How can you tell if your business is doing well? Benchmark your business, with an eye for some of these key ratios you'll want in your favor.
Tuesday, May 10th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
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