Paying kids for grades | Capitalism in action

Should parents pay kids for getting good grades? If accompanied by lessons on the value of money, it can help produce a shrewd capitalist.
A young boy is filled with boundless happiness because someone has given him a $20 bill.

CFPB directorship post in doubt for Elizabeth Warren

The White House still hasn't been able to secure spots for CFPB and OFR leadership. The gridlock is a palpable manifestation of the status quo.
Side-view close-up of CFPB director candidate Elizabeth Warren, who also happens to be in charge of the search for the position.

Loss of refund cash advance product cuts H&R Block revenues

As a result of being forced to stop offering a cash advance against tax refunds, H&R Block has been losing revenue this tax season.
Tax preparation

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.

Large banks could place limits on debit card use

The nations' largest banks, increasingly coming under fire from legislation curbing excessive fees, may start limiting debit card usage.
Debit

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.
Payday loan store

Jackson Hewitt sues H&R Block over short term loan ads

Tax preparation giant H&R Block is being sued by Jackson Hewitt, claiming defamation from a series of commercials made by H&R Block.
Trial

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.

Hedge fund manager John Paulson: Crook or guru?

Billionaire hedge fund manager John Paulson is called both crook and guru, depending upon the tax bracket of the investor who is speaking.
John Paulson, surrounded by some of his amassed riches: money, mansion, luxury cars, etc.

Ven-A-Care chases down Medicare defrauders, collects bounties

Ven-A-Care is a small pharmacy that makes money by whistle-blowing on big pharmaceutical companies that commit Medicare and Medicaid fraud.
Photo of a medicare card.

Mississippi Congress stalls on payday loan legislation

The Mississippi state legislature has stalled on passing a bill that would further regulate the payday loan lending industry in the state.
Mississippi Capitol

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.

B of A buys bad guaranteed loans back from Fannie and Freddie

Bank of America has recently put aside some serious cash to compensate Freddie and Fannie for bad guaranteed loans B of A is responsible for.
B of A

Consumers sick of giving banks a cash advance through fees

Overdraft fees are generating a lot of consumer resentment, as people don't want to give banks a cash advance to use their own money.
ATM

A holiday cash advance can keep you in the green

There are many ways a holiday cash advance loan help with your budget this season. Apply today and get up to $1,500 sent straight your way.
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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.

A holiday cash advance loan can keep you merry

Don't miss out on all the money-saving opportunities of the season. Apply now for a holiday cash advance loan online and start saving today!
Holiday smile

Debt relief companies now subject to tougher regulation

Debt relief is getting a lot of advertising these days. Though tougher regulation is in place, there are still a lot of scams out there...
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Celebrity credit and debit cards should be avoided

Celebrity endorsed prepaid debit cards seem great because it's a person from TV endorsing a product. Those cards aren't usually a good idea.
Kim Kardashian

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.

A credit card cash advance can really cost you

Credit card cash advance fees are rising. The risk inherent in typical cash advances can actually be gotten around using a payday loan.
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Growing wealth gap a disturbing trend in United States economy

The wealth gap, the difference between rich and poor, is growing. It's enormous. However, most people don't want handouts, but opportunity.
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