Money—More of a Concept than You Might Realize

When Banks Fail
According to the FDIC and other sources, the number of bank failures now exceeds 100. The latest closures included four small- and medium-sized banks in Florida and Georgia: Partners Bank and Hillcrest Bank, both of Naples, FL; Flagship National Bank, Bradenton, FL; and American United Bank, Lawrenceville, GA. [...]

Bank closings are slowing, despite the fact that more banks are in trouble than ever. The FDIC hopes to instill consumers with confidence. (Photo: flickr.com)

Can Credit Cards Fix Tennis Damage?

Temper, Temper, Novak Djokovic
“Use one of your credit cards, Novak!” I shout from my semi-comatose position on the couch. I just witnessed a tennis player’s breakdown that’s going to cost him money, maybe lots of it. Novak Djokovic missed a tiny little lob over the net and smashed his racquet [...]

Novak Djokovic may need one of his credit cards to help pay the fines for his latest on-court outburst.  (Photo: Wikipedia.org)

My Solution to Narrow the Gap Between Haves and Have-Nots

To dream the impossible equation
A few days ago, as I was reading about one very wealthy person getting engaged to another very wealthy person, I came up with a solution to poverty. Unfortunately, it is a solution that only works mathematically, not realistically.
My idea is this: if rich people married [...]

George Clooney had the right idea when he dated a waitress. That could just be the way to end poverty.

Hello Sorana, we wish you bucket-loads of money

A new star comes to the tennis world
This year’s French tennis Open tournament has, so far, produced its share of upsets. Some of the top names are out and both of last year’s winners are out. Today I witnessed yet another upset, the sweeping victory of 19 year old Sorana [...]

Sorana Cirstea at Bausch & Lomb

A Fond Farewell to the Merry Month of May

Hi June – what kind of month are you going to be?
May was indeed a Merry Month for me here in the Home Office. I hope everyone’s May was as abundant as mine, but from the statistics, it is clear that the recession is still dragging on for so many [...]

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Do you have the money for your daughter’s wedding?

U.S. couples spend, or should I say their parents spend, on average, $20,398 for their wedding
Recession or not, our baby daughter Diane is getting married. After two years of being squired around town by young Timothy, who I regarded as a son after the first month, they’re finally talking the [...]

Endless love

Passion Can Lead to Credit Repair

Victory over obstacles
With or without credit repair, passion is something you must have if you plan on having victory over your obstacles. Passion is something that should be with you 24 hours of the day; it gives you reason to question ideas, challenge statistics, and excel when others say you [...]

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When to Get a Cash Advance?

Getting financial assistance through a cash advance when you need it has never been easier
But it’s a shame that most people don’t realize the ease and comfort of applying for one. While a cash advance won’t solve every issue, they are wonderful for financial woes that arise.
Unexpected Turn
A friend of [...]

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A Cash Advance to Complete the Last Lap

One of Many Great Ideas
Low and behold, I think I have an idea even greater than receiving a cash advance during those times when your money is tight. Well, if not greater, my idea could be just as great as a cash advance.
My idea: jogging.
Sometimes, it’s so easy to give [...]

A Brand New Day

Meditation & Payday Loans Change Things

Every now and again, I find myself seeking a payday loan.
Most of the time, I’m discovering ways to expand my knowledge and utilize my creativity. Sometimes, creating a world of wonder and victory around your living can eliminate work altogether, and replace it with resourcefulness and delight.
These bullet points are [...]

At the Feet of an Ancient Master

Will Wanda Sykes Need A Huge Cash Advance Soon?

What’s the big deal?
The story about Wanda Sykes and her controversial statements has been getting more buzz lately than Personal Money Store’s cash advance programs. Who would have thought that a comedian, doing what they’re paid to do, would spark so much debate?
The Story
Wanda Sykes was invited to be the [...]

Wanda Sykes, laughing

A Cash Advance & Tips to Improve Memory

Our Brains Grow Weaker
Remembering to pay back a cash advance is easy. But there are millions of people who forget “common” things, such as, math figures, phone numbers, and people’s names. Yes, it’s true that memory does get weaker as people grow older. I don’t know about you, but I [...]

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Celebrating the Glue | Administrative Assistant Day 2009

Honoring the glue that keeps it together
Once upon a time, it was known as Secretary’s Day. Now that secretaries are referred to as administrative assistants, it’s Administrative Assistant Day, Administrative Professionals day 2009 and Admin Day. Does that simplify things for you? Just remember to keep it separate from Bosses’ [...]

How do you feel about money?

How the recession is teaching us all to love and respect money
We all know that money is the root of all evil. In our everyday speech money is unclean:

It is known as filthy lucre,
If you have too much of it you are stinking rich
If you have too little you are [...]

How does money make you feel?

Are your Finances Causing Insomnia? Payday Loans Help You Sleep

Excessive worry on being short on cash
So an emergency has come up and you are short on cash; payday loans are just the answer. A busted car or a sick dog can mean an expense you were not expecting. The truth is, payday is still a few weeks away and [...]

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South Carolina and Payday Loans

There’s a bill on Payday loans in South Carolina
If I live in South Carolina, should I look elsewhere to get my payday loans? It looks like I should, that is if I want more than one loan. Taking multiple loans has been banned here by the legislature and the bill [...]

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Government Workers Don’t Need Online Payday Loans

Pampering, not payday loans
I’m confused by this article from Reuters. The author seems to think that government workers who make $174,000 a year are in danger of needing online payday loans and barely scraping by.
It certainly puts things in perspective, though. I understand now why some lawmakers are slow to [...]

How much is enough?