Law and Order/Legislation
Mortgage Lenders Network USA told loan documents are protected
One sub prime mortgage lender has lost its bid to destroy thousands of original loan documents. This ruling does not apply to all lenders, though.
Wednesday, January 26th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
Rahm Emanuel tossed from Chicago mayor race
Former White House Chief of Staff Rahm Emanuel has been tossed from the Chicago mayor race, as he hasn't satisfied eligibility requirements.
Monday, January 24th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
FiSCA moves to where the financial regulatory action is
The Financial Service Center of America (FiSCA) has moved to Washington, D.C., to be close to the payday lending legislation changes to come.
Friday, January 21st, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
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.
Huge FBI sweep nets arrests of more than 100 mobsters
FBI and other law enforcement agencies recently pulled off a massive three-state sweep, arresting more than 100 mobsters on various charges.
Thursday, January 20th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Wikileaks Swiss bank data leads to arrest of Rudolf Elmer
Rudolf Elmer, a former Swiss banker at Julius Bär, has been arrested. He has been accused of giving Wikileaks Swiss bank customer data.
Wednesday, January 19th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Spokane bomb interrupts Martin Luther King Day parade
A Martin Luther King Day parade was interrupted in Spokane Wash. by a bomb. City workers found a bomb, which was disposed of by police.
Wednesday, January 19th, 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.
Lawsuit lenders prey on desperate personal injury plaintiffs
Lawsuit lenders convince cash-strapped plaintiffs to give up most of their future settlement in exchange for money now to fight their cases.
Tuesday, January 18th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
Missouri House Bill 132 stifles free market competition
Rep. Mary Still (D-Mo.) is pushing House Bill 132, which would place an untenable cap on payday loans and cost jobs in the process.
Friday, January 14th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Money laundering conviction gets Tom DeLay three years in prison
Tom DeLay, disgraced former House majority leader, has been convicted of money laundering and conspiracy. He has been sentenced to three years.
Monday, January 10th, 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?
Pastor Fred Phelps blames Tucson shooting victims, praises gunman
Controversial Pastor Fred Phelps of Westboro Baptist Church has called Tucson shooter Jared Loughner a hero and said he'll boycott victims' funerals.
Monday, January 10th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Jared Loughner shooting puts Arizona gun laws in the crosshairs
The Tucson, Arizona, shooting of Rep. Garbrielle Giffords and several others by Jared Lee Loughner shined a spotlight on Arizona's gun laws.
Monday, January 10th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Glock is weapon of choice for military, police and mass murderers
The Glock semiautomatic pistol used by Jared Lee Loughner can hold up to 33 rounds and fires as fast as the shooter can pull the trigger ...
Monday, January 10th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
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.
Jared Loughner due in court to face charges in Tuscon shooting
Jared Loughner, the suspect in the Tuscon shooting rampage, will be arraigned in court for the shootings today. He may face the death penalty.
Monday, January 10th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Groups after anchor babies attacking jus soli doctrine
Groups trying to rid the U.S. of "anchor babies" are challenging a doctrine of American citizenship called "jus soli" or "right of the soil."
Sunday, January 9th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Maryland mortgage broker pleads guilty to loan fraud
A former mortgage broker in Maryland has admitted that for several years, he turned legitimate mortgage applications into fraudulent money.
Friday, January 7th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
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.
State Legislators for Legal Immigration take aim at anchor babies
The group State Legislators for Legal Immigration has proposed legislation that would make the U.S.-born children of illegal immigrants also illegal.
Wednesday, January 5th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
2011 W-4 form | Not required, but recommended
There is a new 2011 W-4 form that addresses the payroll tax holiday -- but filling it out is not required unless you are starting a new job.
Tuesday, January 4th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
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