Social Security and Medicare at risk if debt ceiling not raised
If Congress cannot raise the debt ceiling, programs such as Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid could be at risk for default.
Thursday, June 30th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Reduced Social Security benefits begrudgingly accepted by AARP
The AARP, the largest lobby group for senior citizens, recently announced it would accept small reductions to Social Security benefits.
Friday, June 17th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
National debt ceiling debate affects us all
Congress debates as U.S. nears the debt ceiling. If it is not raised and no compromise is reached by August, the effects will be felt by all.
Monday, June 6th, 2011 by By Ron Ford
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.
US must raise taxes to lower deficit, say global investors
The Bloomberg Global Poll of foreign investors has found that two-thirds think the U.S. must raise taxes to reduce the federal deficit.
Friday, May 13th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
New rule makes Social Security benefits off-limits for garnishing
Social Security benefits are now a little harder to garnish, under new rules passed to make garnishing benefit payments more transparent.
Monday, May 2nd, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Working past retirement is good for your health
Working longer – past the standard retirement age of 65 – is not only better for your budget, but it may improve your health, experts say.
Wednesday, April 20th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
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.
Government employees to bear brunt of government shutdown
Bickering in Congress may lead to a government shutdown to make political points. However, government workers will bear the heaviest burden.
Monday, April 4th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Social Security Disability Insurance may go dry in 4 years
Disabled workers of the U.S. may face a bankrupt SSDI fund in as little as 4 years, experts warn.
Tuesday, March 22nd, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Fewer people financially confident about entering retirement
A recent survey found that workers are feeling less confident that they'll survive financially after retirement, and they're right to worry.
Tuesday, March 15th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
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.
Welfare payments make up 35 percent of total US wages, study says
Recession recovery has led to a disturbing statistic: Social welfare payments and services make up 35 percent of wages in the United States.
Wednesday, March 9th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
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
Stimulate your economy: Spend that payroll tax holiday
If you're going to spend your payroll tax holiday, and you do it right, you could have a hand in helping turn the slow economy around ...
Tuesday, January 11th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
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.
Loophole for quick payday from Social Security closed
The Social Security Administration closed a loophole that benefited only the wealthy with a quick payday and was costing everyone else. ...
Friday, December 10th, 2010 by By Peter Stone
Large national debt means austerity measures were coming
The White House debt commission panel has a series of recommendations for austerity measures. Current debt levels meant they were coming.
Saturday, December 4th, 2010 by By Peter Stone
National debt panel recommendations are not surprising
The recommendations from the debt panel aren't surprising. Americans hate taxes, but they don't want to cut services in austerity measures.
Saturday, November 13th, 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.
Obama deficit commission considers raising retirement age
President Obama's bipartisan deficit commission has been unable to gain traction on ideas such as raising the U.S. retirement age four years.
Wednesday, November 10th, 2010 by By Steve Tarlow
Low inflation means no Social Security COLA in 2011
For the second straight year, there will be no Social Security cost of living adjustment (COLA). Retirees and the disabled are concerned...
Friday, October 15th, 2010 by By Steve Tarlow
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