Credit card delinquencies and debts fall in 2010
TransUnion reports that during the final three months of 2010, delinquencies and the national average debt for credit cards declined.
Thursday, February 24th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Bank profits tumble as new laws for credit cards start working
The new credit card regulations are working. Companies that used to rely on deceptive practices are losing profits because of the CARD Act.
Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Use of credit cards rises for first time in two years
Credit cards are starting to make a comeback, as credit card use has risen for the past three months after two consecutive years of decline.
Tuesday, February 8th, 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.
For-profit colleges have highest rate of default on student loans
A recent study by the Department of Education looked at student loan default rates. Students from private, for-profit schools defaulted most.
Friday, February 4th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Banks demanding advance cash for checking accounts
People are going to have to pay advance cash to banks more often to use their money, as more fees are being instituted on checking accounts.
Tuesday, January 25th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Debt settlement relief companies ignoring memo from government
Debt settlement relief companies have been growing in number, but not all of them deliver. Many charge enormous fees for doing no work.
Tuesday, December 21st, 2010 by By Peter Stone
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.
Installment loans from bailouts may not be that expensive
There may be a rational basis for the installment loans lent by the government in bailouts. Some of the loans have started making a profit.
Monday, December 20th, 2010 by By Peter Stone
Chase fees may cost customers more cash per month
Chase bank is raising fees. If customers who get direct deposits don't make enough money, Chase will charge instant cash for their banking.
Wednesday, December 15th, 2010 by By Peter Stone
Missouri and Kansas farmers to get emergency loans from U.S.D.A.
Kansas City, and surrounding agricultural areas, have been declared disaster areas. Farmers there can get emergency loans to cover losses...
Wednesday, August 25th, 2010 by By Peter Stone
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.
Dos Equis versus Old Spice: Does viral always mean brand power?
Sales growth does not automatically spring from viral success. Witness Old Spice Guy and Dos Equis' "The Most Interesting Man in the World."
Saturday, July 31st, 2010 by By Steve Tarlow
Reverse mortgages | Using equity or stealing homes?
Seniors are pulling equity out of their homes using a product known as reverse mortgages. The fine print, though, is causing serious problems. READ ON...
Sunday, July 25th, 2010 by By Mary Rice
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