Americans losing faith in mortgage loans and real estate
Fewer people in the United States believe that real estate and homeownership are still the good investments they were once believed to be.
Monday, February 28th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Housing prices decline, but home sales are rising
The number of home sales rose during January, but home values have been falling for some time. The low prices likely contributed to sales.
Wednesday, February 23rd, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Experian adding renter history to credit scores calculations
Experian, the credit bureau, is adding rent payment history to its formula for calculating credit scores, which is good news for many people.
Tuesday, February 15th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
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?
Payday lenders turn to Indian tribes for business partnerships
In order to stay open despite increasingly harsh legislation, payday lenders have had to turn to Indian tribes and form business agreements.
Friday, February 11th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Falling home values put record number of mortgages under water
As home prices have continually fallen during the recession, it is estimated that 27 percent of homeowners are under water on their mortgages.
Thursday, February 10th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Fannie and Freddie raising mortgage loan lenders risk fees
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are raising risk fees for mortgage loan lenders, making it that much harder for Americans to purchase homes.
Wednesday, February 2nd, 2011 by By Peter Stone
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.
Retail stores branching out into alternative financial services
Retail giants such as Walmart, Kmart and Best Buy are starting to branch out and offer alternative financial services to unbanked customers.
Tuesday, February 1st, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Estimates project Social Security will run out of cash by 2037
New estimates by the Congressional Budget Office indicate that Social Security will run deficits until 2037, when it will run out of cash.
Friday, January 28th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Bailout official labels mortgage modification program a failure
Neil Barofsky, the man in charge of overseeing the bailout programs, recently labeled the mortgage modification program complete failure.
Thursday, January 27th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
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.
Border patrol authorities seize marijuana-flinging catapult
Recently, the National Guard discovered a marijuana catapult that smugglers used to fling marijuana over the border into the United States.
Thursday, January 27th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Lion meat tacos removed from Arizona restaurant after threats
A restaurant in Tuscon, Ariz., has canceled a promotion of lion meat tacos after receiving threats for daring to plan to serve the food item.
Wednesday, January 26th, 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
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.
New rules on credit scores taking effect this year
A provision of the Dodd Frank financial reform act takes place regarding credit scores and reporting this year. It's a good change to know about.
Tuesday, January 11th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Mortgage rates mean low interest loans for qualified buyers
Mortgage rates are near all time lows, so people who qualify can get low interest loans for a home -- but hopeful buyers must act quickly.
Thursday, January 6th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Workers get more pay day cash thanks to minimum wage hike
Seven states are raising the minimum wage to account for rising prices, but it only amounts to a few more pennies an hour of pay day cash.
Wednesday, January 5th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
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.
Largest loan lenders may settle with attorneys general quickly
The nation's largest loan lenders may settle with the probe into "robo signing" by a commission of all 50 state attorneys general.
Tuesday, January 4th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
More people are getting bank loans and buying houses
Home sales crept up in November, as more people got bank loans and bought houses. However, sales are still way down from levels of a year ago.
Wednesday, December 22nd, 2010 by By Peter Stone
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