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Southwest Airlines brings lower fares to South Carolina

The “Southwest Effect” is on in South Carolina now, says USA Today. Upon its arrival, competing airlines adopted lower airfare to compete...
A photo of a Southwestern Airlines passenger jet at Los Angeles International Airport.

Should I Borrow Money?

When you’re short on cash, there’s a lot to be said for borrowing money. When you know that borrowing won’t put you farther behind, it can make good sense…

Google Books ruling based on copyright and antitrust concerns

Google's project to digitize all of books in the world has been set back legally, but the judge has left open a window to eventual approval.
google books settlement

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.
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.

Richard Russell to investors: get liquid before the crash

Market forecaster Richard Russell is advising investors to get out of stocks and into gold and cash as all signs point to a major crash...
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Can Unsecured Loans Really Provide Instant Cash?

Find out whether unsecured loans can really be used to get cash instantly. CLICK HERE and see how quickly you may get your hands on the money you need.
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Washington State bans Four Loko in wake of outrage

Washington State has banned alcoholic energy drinks like Four Loko after several college students were hospitalized for alcohol poisoning...
Rob McKenna

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.
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.

Truck driving jobs and auto industry jobs to surge in near future

Demand for truck drivers and labor shortages in the auto industry will create jobs for hundreds of thousands as the economy slowly recovers.
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Tax Bills Proving Difficult to Manage as Owners Look for Cash Now

Finding cash now is proving difficult for many homeowners as home tax bills rise across the nation.

States in Need of Emergency Money For Snow Removal

State legislators are in need of emergency money to carry out their snow removal plans.

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.
Credit checks can hurt your credit score and providing collateral for a loan is an unneccessary risk which can be avoided.

Military Loans Give America’s Heroes the Help They Deserve

Through special military loans, America's service men and women are able to get the cash that they need exactly when they need it.

Jon Stewart Rally to Restore Sanity a plea to moderate majority

Stephen Colbert and Jon Stewart are spoofing Glenn Beck by staging a rally on the National Mall that could influence midterm elections.
Jon Stewart and Stephen Colbert team up to mock Glenn Beck

Ambien : More dangerous than helpful?

Ambien is prescribed as a sleep aid, but many people that use it report a wide variety of pleasant and unpleasant side effects. CLICK TO READ MORE...
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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.
Traditional loans require a credit check which puts a hard inquiry on your credit report which in many cases lowers your overall credit rating.

Financial Reform Bill Summary Part 1 | HR 4173

The Senate will soon debate the Financial Reform Bill. What does the House bill, passed in December include? How does the Senate bill differ?
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Halloween Cupcakes Decorating Ideas and Recipes

The time has come to start baking up Halloween goodies, and I have collected some great Halloween cupcakes decorating ideas and recipes for you...
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Payday Loans: Going Where the Need is Greatest

In a recent Federal Reserve study, Robin Prager discovered that the connection between credit-challenged areas and payday loan stores is very real.
Payday Loans have the green light when it comes to going where the financial need is greatest. Access to conventional credit plays a large role. (Photo: flickr.com)

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.
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.

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.
Man displaying a holstered, concealed weapon in Gold Point, Nevada.