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
H&R Block stops offering short term loans against tax refunds
H&R Block has been forced out of offering short term loans against tax refunds. The company will try to offer alternatives to refund loans.
Tuesday, December 28th, 2010 by By Peter Stone
Small loans for bad credit in higher demand than mortgage loans
The real estate market is at its most anemic in years. The only credit left for many are small loans like payday loans and cash advances.
Friday, November 12th, 2010 by By Payday Loan Advocate
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.
Modern consumer debt levels make payday loan trap unlikely
Critics have contended that a payday loan is a debt trap. Current data on consumer debt makes payday loans look like dust in the wind...
Wednesday, November 10th, 2010 by By Payday Loan Advocate
Payday advance industry does a lot of regulation itself
Critics of the payday advance industry claim it needs more regulation. As an industry, it actually does a lot of regulation on its own.
Friday, November 5th, 2010 by By Payday Loan Advocate
Crime and cash advances have nothing to do with each other
Some attribute problems to things that have nothing to do with causing them. Crime and cash advances, for instance, are totally unrelated.
Sunday, October 31st, 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.
The advantages of a personal loan over a credit card
Unexpected expenses can be met more cost-effectively over time with a personal loan instead of a credit card.
Monday, October 4th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
Stimulus cash advances did little to dent unemployment rate
In August, there were 27 states that had a rise in unemployment. It seems the cash advances from stimulus packages haven't gone far.
Tuesday, September 21st, 2010 by By Peter Stone
Credit card cash advance fees go up after CARD Act passes
Credit card companies are raising their rates on cash advances, late fees and credit card interest after the CARD act passed. READ MORE ...
Sunday, July 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.
Sams Club to start offering online loans
Sam's Club, a retail warehouse subsidiary of Wal-Mart, is going to start offering online loans to members who own or start small businesses.
Wednesday, July 21st, 2010 by By Peter Stone
Senate Ethics Committee investigates VIP loans
VIP mortgages or "sweetheart loans" given to some Senate staffers have tipped off an investigation of possible ethics violations. READ MORE...
Friday, July 16th, 2010 by By Mary Rice
BP Facebook boycott and BP Twitter: PR setback won’t hurt profits
The BP Facebook boycott and a fake BP Twitter page are PR problems, but BP's global profits are too huge for the movement to have an effect.
Wednesday, May 26th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
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.
Controversial Mojave Cross stolen
Weeks after a Supreme Court decision to keep the Mojave Cross, there are now reports that the Mojave Cross has been stolen. READ MORE ...
Tuesday, May 11th, 2010 by By Peter Stone
Use a no fax cash advance to save your house
When you are behind on your mortgage, options become hard to think of. Here is an option for you: get caught up with a no fax cash advance..
Thursday, April 22nd, 2010 by By Joe Bechtel
On Taxes, the Tea Party and a real cure for tax day woes
Tax day is passing by, and Tea Party protests are growing louder. However, these aren't protests in countries that pay more in taxes. Why?
Thursday, April 15th, 2010 by By Peter Stone
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.
Ron Paul gaining steam for possible 2012 run
Recent polls report the closest person to Obama in popularity for President in 2012 is Texas Congressman Ron Paul. What is it about this guy?
Wednesday, April 14th, 2010 by By Peter Stone
Final Four Frenzy 2010 – you can be a part of it!
Final Four Frenzy 2010 can't be missed this year. Will it be Butler, Northern Iowa or St. Mary's who pushes their ticket for the Final Four?
Friday, March 26th, 2010 by By Chauncey Borr
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