Federal judge blasts Wells Fargo for overdraft fees

A Federal judge raked Wells Fargo over the coals for its overdraft practices, and ordered the company to repay $230 million to customers...
Snake in the grass

Fed mulls possible actions to give the economy a boost

There are three possible actions the government could take to boost the economy - all three with risks and rewards. Read about them here...
Federal Reserve

Economists suggest the United States has become a plutonomy

It has been posited by some economists that the U.S. has become a plutonomy, or an economy driven by and for the wealthiest few. READ ON...
Thevenin's La Prise de la Bastille

Payday Loans and How You Can Protect Your Personal Information From Identity Theft

Encryption of your data is just the basic level of protection you need to look for. You can also check to see if the page has HTTPS in the address bar when on application page.
Encryption of your data is just the basic level of protection you need to look for. You can also check to see if the page has HTTPS in the address bar when on application page.

Federal Reserve member speaks of risk of Japanese-style deflation

Japanese-style deflation in the U.S. economy is a possibility if the Fed holds benchmark interest rates at record lows indefinitely-READ ON
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Wall Street reform bill passes the Senate

The Wall Street reform bill has passed the House, and now the United States Senate. Next is the President's desk for approval. READ MORE...
Wall Street

Debit card amendment hits consumers in the wallet

Senator Dick Durbin has amended the financial reform law in a way that will likely make banking and shopping more expensive for consumers…
A portrait of Illinois Senator Dick Durbin. His amendment to the financial reform law involving debit cards and interchange rates will make banking and shopping more expensive for consumers, claims Fox News commentator Dana Perino.

How People Are Taking Advantage of Installment Loans To Cover Budget Shocks Today

Budget shocks are something very common these days. Many middle class Americans have started using installment lending products to get through tough times.
Budget shocks are something very common these days. Many middle class Americans have started using installment lending products to get through tough times.

Putting payday lenders in Wall Street reform: chasing small fish

The inclusion of payday lenders in the Wall Street reform bill may seem like a good idea, but how good an idea is it really? READ MORE...
A Minnow

Bernanke says Fed should regulate all banks

Bernanke opposes a draft Senate bill that would remove much of the Fed's supervisory role and limit its regulation to the largest banks...

Bernanke testimony | Helicopter Ben vs. Ron Paul

Bernanke testimony continues today. You need to see what Ron Paul asked to get Helicopter Ben hot under the collar.

Short Term Loans Are Available Without Credit Checks - What Does That Mean For You?

Having access to a short term loan online when every you want without credit checks is a tempting offer but what should you know before applying?
Having access to a short term loan online when every you want without credit checks is a tempting offer but what should you know before applying?

Bernanke testimony casts pall over economic recovery

The Ben Bernanke testimony doesn't have too many people enthused about America's current economic outlook. Sustainable recovery is needed.

Dodd’s Reform Bill Threatens Power of Federal Reserve

Senator Chris Dodd and Representative Barney Frank are playing dueling banjos with their banking regulation bills. Debt relief is a long road to hoe.
Senator. Chris Dodd (Photo: Wikipedia.org)

Congress Calls for Financial Overhaul to Help Debt Relief

The financial overhaul hopefully will bring consumers debt relief soon.
Will the Federal Reserve create the framework consumers need to experience debt relief? (Photo: flickr.com)

You Are Not Supposed To Know Cash Advances Online Do Not Require Any Credit

Credit is not a factor with cash advances online. There are not credit checks so their is no hard inquiry on your record to lower your credit score.
Credit is not a factor with cash advances online. There are not credit checks so their is no hard inquiry on your record to lower your credit score.

Obama | Wall Street Saved at the Expense of You and Me?

Obama helped Wall Street with a taxpayer-funded pay day. However, will he be able to get Congress to pass an effective long-term reform for banks and…
Is that a halo or are you just happy to see the bulls running like they did in the old days? (Photo: advancethstruggle.wordpress.com)