Prepaid benefit cards exploit the unemployed, says study

Prepaid benefit debit cards for the unemployed nickel and dime them to death with fees, according to a National Consumer Law Center report.
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February jobs report shows decline in unemployment

The Labor Department has just released the February jobs report, which shows that unemployment has continued to decline so far this year.
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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.

Jobless claims decline and trade deficit recedes

Jobless claims declined over the last month, and the trade deficit has also been reduced. These are good signs, but they indicate slow growth.
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Unemployment benefits extension freed from Republican filibuster

Senate Democrats broke a Republican filibuster on unemployment benefits, but the vote hardened the partisan divide further in Washington, D.C.
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Ten money-saving tax reminders

It's tax time! These 10 tax-saving tips might save you so much money that you can hold off applying for installment loans or cash advances...
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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.

Unemployment Checks Replacing Payday Cash for Millions

Millions of Americans are relying on unemployment checks as their payday cash and still struggling to get back in the workforce. READ MORE...

Do you throw a slider with your middle finger, Jim Bunning?

Senator Jim Bunning shouted down reporters who questioned his vote against extending unemployment insurance. He capped it all off with an obscene gesture.

Payday Loans Increase With Cost of Shopping in Washington DC

Consumers in the D.C. area can brace themselves for higher costs when shopping, as the entire region is looking to charge more fees to close budget gaps.

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.

Less Unemployment Benefits Good for Money Lenders

While claims for unemployment benefits have been falling, economists believe this could be due to more jobs being created.
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I Have Money Now!

I’m headed to New Zealand, thanks to an online payday advance. Plenty of people will call that irresponsible, but plenty of people haven’t walked in my shoes...