Loss of tax loan funding causes Jackson Hewitt bankruptcy
Jackson Hewitt, the tax preparation firm, has gone into bankruptcy protection because of loss of revenue from tax refund anticipation loans.
Wednesday, May 25th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Jackson Hewitt sues H&R Block over short term loan ads
Tax preparation giant H&R Block is being sued by Jackson Hewitt, claiming defamation from a series of commercials made by H&R Block.
Monday, January 31st, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Tax refund cards will help the unbanked get their money faster
Tax refund checks and refund anticipation loans could be rendered obsolete by tax refund debit cards from the Internal Revenue Service...
Thursday, September 2nd, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
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.
Internal Revenue Service to stop cooperating with RAL lenders
The IRS won't give certain information to refund anticipation loan lenders anymore. They IRS is offering free e-filing and faster deposits.
Friday, August 13th, 2010 by By Peter Stone
Demise of debt indicators puts hurt on refund anticipation loans
When the IRS ended debt indicators, refund anticipation loan facilitators like H&R Block raised objections as their stock price fell.
Friday, August 6th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
Plan Ahead and You Won’t Need a Tax Refund Loan
With just a little bit of foresight and patience, you won’t need to get a refund anticipation loan this year…
Friday, February 12th, 2010 by By Katherine Brown
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.
Tax Refund Loans and Other Options to Consider
If you think tax refund loans are your best option, think again. There are other options to consider before you decide on a tax refund loan.
Tuesday, February 9th, 2010 by By Victoria Kingston
Tax refund loans getting cheaper? Don’t fall for it!
As tax season approaches, some taxpayers will consider tax refund loans. But the IRS says you should be very careful with these.
Monday, January 25th, 2010 by By Steve Tarlow
Obama Tax Break Could Cost Millions Next Tax Day
Did you know that millions who benefitted from Making Work Pay will have to pay money back? Will these people need payday loans, I wonder?
Monday, November 16th, 2009 by By Steve Tarlow
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