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Seasonal employment market more challenging for teens

For those ages 16 to 24 who are seeking summer jobs, the outlook for seasonal employment shows a tough market but opportunities for creativity.
Summer jobs announcement

Polls show most of US favors collective bargaining rights

A majority of people in the U.S. support labor unions' collective bargaining rights, according to multiple national polls conducted by media.
A round, orange California union badge bearing the slogan, “Your Rights At Work: Worth Fighting and Voting For.”

New research: More than half of Alzheimer’s cases misdiagnosed

A study found that the brains of 50 percent of the people diagnosed with Alzheimer's lacked the lesions associated with the disease ...
alzheimer's cases

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?
There are all kinds of reasons why you would want to get a loan online but what should you know about payday loans first?

Shark attacks worldwide in 2010 rose to highest level since 1980

Shark attacks increased 25 percent worldwide, but the recession and BP oil spill may account for a reduction of shark attacks in Florida ...
shark attacks worldwide

U.S. unemployment sinks to 9 percent, spin doctors rejoice

U.S. unemployment fell in January to 9 percent, the fastest decline in 53 years. The true direction for the U.S. job market is still cloudy.
An intentionally blurry photograph of a sandwich board sign that reads “The Best Jobs in Town.”

Top 10 cities with the most credit card debt

Do you live in one of the top 10 cities in the United States for credit card debt? Access to payday loans could have saved you a bundle.
Close up of the logo on a Visa credit card.

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.
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.

Study proves red light cameras reduce traffic fatalities

A recently conducted insurance industry study found traffic fatalities dropped 26 percent in cities equipped with red light camera systems.
traffic fatalities

Iowa Catholic Conference pursues payday lending limits

The Iowa Catholic Conference should say what it means. A 36 percent APR payday loan cap would shut down the industry, not make it better.
E. 38th St and Mass Ave.: Former Roselyn Bakery at the corner of E. 38th St. and Massachusetts Ave. in Indianapolis.

Consumer Confidence Index at highest level in eight months

The U.S. Consumer Confidence Index is at its highest level in eight months, but there's room for improvement, particularly in job creation.
U.S. coins and paper currency spread out on a table.

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.
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.

The puzzle of rising retail sales and falling consumer confidence

New reports on higher retail sales and lower consumer confidence present conflicting data; economists say expectation is a better barometer.
consumer confidence

Sugar prices at 30-year high as supplies deplete

The sugar prices 30-year high can be attributed to volatile weather, increased demand for "real" sugar and additional government regulation.
Sugar Cane

Retailers lost $1 billion, thanks to blizzard

Retailers were hit by the East Coast blizzard. Estimates are that $1 billion was lost to the heavy weather that kept people in their homes.
Shot of cars buried by the snow of the East Coast blizzard.

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.
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.

Employee satisfaction survey says workers are not happy

A new employee satisfaction survey by Manpower tells a sad tale: a whopping 84 percent of workers will actively seek better jobs in 2011...
Image of an office worker on the face of a clock. The worker points to more money – and quitting time.

Californians deserve a balanced payday loans argument

Various media continue to attack California payday loans, but are they making a balanced argument regarding to San Diego installment loans?
The California State Capitol Building in Sacramento, photographed during the daytime.

Decline in underwater mortgages credited to surge in foreclosures

The number of underwater mortgages held declined as foreclosures increased; negative equity is expected to grow as home prices keep sliding.
negative equity

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.
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.

Holiday office parties and bad behavior do not mix

Holiday office parties are here, and the alcohol could be flowing. Avoid bad behavior, be thankful you have a job and make sure you keep it.
Image of a man, possibly drunk, who is puckering up for a kiss.

Study suggests marriage may be nearly obsolete

According to a recent Pew Research Center study, traditional marriage appears to be heading toward becoming obsolete in the United States...
A late 1970s-early 1980s family portrait.