Falling vacancy rates signal sharply rising rents in near future
Falling supply and rising demand will dramatically increase rental rates as United States residents adjust perceptions about home ownership.
Tuesday, March 15th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
At final hearing for TARP, critics call bailout program a failure
As TARP ends, the Treasury official in charge of it defended the program, but critics said that it only helped Wall Street, not Main Street.
Monday, March 7th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
Why GDP is not the best measure of economic growth
The Gross Domestic Product is an often-cited number to measure economic growth, but problems with this number call its relevance into question.
Wednesday, March 2nd, 2011 by By Mary Rice
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.
Consumer spending report shows improved savings rate
The report on Americans' economic activity during January shows a surprising trend: Americans are making a little more but saving a lot more.
Tuesday, March 1st, 2011 by By Mary Rice
Banks loosen credit standards as consumer spending improves
Credit standards are loosening as banks compete for loans, consumer spending increases and the lending industry starts to return to normal.
Monday, January 31st, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
Home prices in October beat forecast, dipping lower than expected
A double dip in the housing market is imminent, analysts say, as home prices continue to fall and dropped further than expected in October.
Tuesday, December 28th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
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.
Jobless claims trend downward, but unemployment rate still stuck
Weekly United States jobless claims used to be a reliable indicator of recovery, but current conditions defy a statistical explanation...
Thursday, November 18th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
Right sees 2010 midterm as referendum on Keynesian economics
Keynesian economics lie at the center of the midterm elections and debate over government spending, deficit reduction and economic recovery.
Tuesday, November 2nd, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
Fed expected to launch risky QE2 strategy after midterm elections
The Fed is expected to launch another round of quantitative easing after the election, a move some consider a risky gamble that won't work.
Monday, November 1st, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
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.
Fed hints at more quantitative easing despite its failure so far
Ben Bernanke's Federal Reserve has pumped nearly $2 trillion into the economy since 2008, to little effect. The Fed may buy more treasuries.
Friday, October 15th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
Austerity protests sweep across Europe as governments cut budgets
Austerity measures, which cut deficit-financed social programs and public services, drew mobs of protesters in 12 European capitals today.
Wednesday, September 29th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
Michelle Obama says being First Lady is hell, claims Bruni
Michelle Obama allegedly said "it's hell" being the first lady. That and more comes from recent biographies on Carla Bruni-Sarkozy…
Thursday, September 16th, 2010 by By Steve Tarlow
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.
Why more investors are buying dividend-paying stocks, not bonds
Current market conditions make dividend-paying stocks a cheap long-term investment, but the end of Bush tax cuts could spoil the party...
Wednesday, September 8th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
Consumer confidence bump a ray of hope in bleak economic outlook
Consumer confidence posted a modest gain in August. The data eased concerns that anemic consumer spending will derail economic recovery...
Tuesday, August 31st, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
Rise in bacon prices: a squealing good sign for the economy
Bacon prices are up 20 percent from the previous year. What hasn't the recession taken from us? But wait – it's actually a sign of recovery!
Friday, August 20th, 2010 by By Steve Tarlow
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.
U.S. unemployment rate takes one step forward, two steps back
The latest national jobs report shows a continued high United States unemployment rate stuck in limbo between job gains and job losses...
Friday, August 6th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
New home sales jump in June to exceed record-low expectations
New home sales in June beat forecasts, but they were still the second lowest on record as the U.S. housing market drags on economic recovery.
Monday, July 26th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
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