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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
How Can Your Credit Score Be Saved With Something As Simple As A Payday Loan?
Millions of people every year fall short on various bills and lose credit points. Payday loans are a no credit check option that can ease the pain.
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
Facts About Installment Loans Everyone Should Know Before Applying Online
Are installment loans online safe and secure? Is applying a big hassle with tons of hoops to jump through? We have the facts you want to know.
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 Get A Cash Advance Without Providing Collateral or Submitting To A Credit Check
Credit checks can hurt your credit score and providing collateral for a loan is an unneccessary risk which can be avoided.
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
How Personal Loans Online Can Prevent Your FICO Credit Score From Going Down
Traditional loans require a credit check which puts a hard inquiry on your credit report which in many cases lowers your overall credit rating.
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
How To Use Short Term Loans To Get Through a Budget Crisis Wisely
Everyone finds themsevles in a budget crisis from time to time and short term loans are only the answer in some circumstances when used wisely.
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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