Supreme Court forces Fed to fess up about discount window loans
The Supreme Court legally binds the Fed to reveal which banks took discount loans during the financial crisis and how much they borrowed.
Tuesday, March 22nd, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac limping back to profit
Troubled mortgage houses Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are starting to turn around. They're still losing money, but they are losing a lot less.
Wednesday, March 2nd, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Mortgage modification programs under fire from Republicans
Federal mortgage modification programs are coming under fire for not working. Congressional Republicans want to cut them and save $38 billion.
Friday, February 25th, 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.
Possible end in sight for mortgage giants Fannie and Freddie
The Treasury Department will make some proposals soon about what to do with Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, including letting them go under.
Wednesday, February 9th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Interest rates on credit cards hit highest point in 13 years
The average interest rate for credit cards is at its highest point in more than a decade. Base rates are being raised thanks to the CARD Act.
Thursday, February 3rd, 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
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.
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
Debt settlement plans more likely than state bankruptcy
States with budget issues are more likely to find debt settlement options rather than declare state bankruptcies, which isn't allowed.
Wednesday, January 26th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Can bookstores survive financial challenges?
Local, independent bookstores are trying to make do in a market turning ever more to e-readers -- but can they survive?
Tuesday, January 18th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
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.
Louisiana ethanol production plant waiting on short-term loans
A plant intended to turn sugarcane and sorghum to syrup to be later processed into ethanol is ready to go, but it's waiting on loan guarantees.
Wednesday, January 12th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
Relief and emergency loans may be needed in frozen South
The Southern U.S. has been blasted with snow and ice, as winter storms continue to pound the east coast. Emergency loans may be needed soon.
Monday, January 10th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Economic growth in Louisiana dependent on government loans
Louisiana is facing tough economic times, but the combination of government loans and economic incentives is bringing in new businesses.
Tuesday, December 28th, 2010 by By Mary Rice
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.
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
Foreclosures halted by loan lenders for holidays
Typically, mortgage loan lenders halt all foreclosure activity throughout late December until after New Year's. This year is no exception.
Saturday, December 11th, 2010 by By Peter Stone
Citigroup turns emergency loans into profit for taxpayers
The U.S. Treasury announced it will sell the rest of the shares in CitiGroup it bought with emergency loans in the bailout -- for a profit.
Wednesday, December 8th, 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.
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
AIG makes more progress in paying off taxpayer installment loans
AIG got one of the most controversial bailouts in the TARP program. The company's moving quickly to pay installment loans back to taxpayers.
Tuesday, September 14th, 2010 by By Peter Stone
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