More people are getting bank loans and buying houses

Home sales crept up in November, as more people got bank loans and bought houses. However, sales are still way down from levels of a year ago.
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Arizona sues Bank of America over loan modifications

Arizona is suing Bank of America for fraud over mortgage loan modification practices. Nevada reportedly will follow suit in the near future.
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Auto loan modification could be a good option

You know you can refinance auto loans? In fact, this is a great time to do it. Rates are low, and you can save serious money if you do...
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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.
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.

Most get dropped from mortgage loan modification program

The mortgage loan modification program by the Obama Administration hasn't gone as well as hoped. More homeowners failed than succeed in it.
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Mortgage loan closing costs on the rise

The closing costs for mortgages has gone up over the last year. It's getting more expensive to sell a home or pay off a mortgage. READ ON...
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Not all debt consolidation is created equal

A person has to be cautious about how they get debt relief. Debt consolidation plans aren't always the best for the consumer. READ MORE...
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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.
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.

20 percent of homeowners under water on mortgage loans

Recent studies show that despite some improvement, more than 20 percent of mortgages are underwater and foreclosures are still increasing.
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Small businesses relying more on credit cards

Small businesses are having to rely more on credit cards than traditional loans to help them start, grow or stay afloat. READ MORE...
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Do not fall for auto loan modification scams asking upfront fees

Auto loan modification scams are multiplying online as con artists regulated out of mortgage loan modification prey on borrowers of car loans.
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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.
Credit checks can hurt your credit score and providing collateral for a loan is an unneccessary risk which can be avoided.

Housing recovery may be fiction as mortgage rates plummet

Though home sales have spiked recently, mortgage rates are at their lowest levels in years. This may have negative consequences. READ ON...
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Android vs iPhone: Droid outsells iPhone in Q1

The Android vs iPhone battle got more interesting as Android phones outsold Apple's iPhone in first quarter U.S. sales. CLICK TO READ MORE..
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Bottom drops out of Fannie Mae losses

Fannie Mae has just posted record losses and is asking for $8 billion more from the government. Just how bad off is Fannie Mae? READ ON...
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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.
Traditional loans require a credit check which puts a hard inquiry on your credit report which in many cases lowers your overall credit rating.

S&P Case Shiller index posts rise in home prices

The S&P Case Shiller indexes for home prices showed some modest gains. They are still down, though. When will housing recover? READ MORE...
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Existing home sales climb for March

As real estate is being closely watched for signs of growth, existing home sales for the month of March rose sharply. Is it low prices?
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Rate My Professor | Are the anonymous ratings accurate?

Rate My Professors is a web site that lets students anonymously rate and comment on their professors. Is it a useful tool or entertainment?
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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.
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.

Recycled housing | Living space out of trash

Making a home out of trash may seem odd, but UK company Affresol has announced its new method for building recycled homes. READ MORE ...
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10 reasons people are walking away from mortgages

Some people are so fed up with the housing market that they're willing to allow their mortgages to go into default and walk away from their property...
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