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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Is Applying For A Payday Loan Through A Direct Lender The Best Option?

Using a lender matching service can get you cash in as little as 2 hours. Direct lenders have a very high denial rate for applications.
Using a lender matching service can get you cash in as little as 2 hours. Direct lenders have a very high denial rate for applications.

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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How Can Installment Loans Help Protect Your Credit Rating?

There are millions of people each year that ruin their credit score because they did not know they could use installment loans to pay their bills before defaulting.
There are millions of people each year that ruin their credit score because they did not know they could use installment loans to pay their bills before defaulting.

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.

Do Not Fall Behind On Your Bills - See How Short Term Loans Can Help Prevent Late Fees and Penalties.

Short term loans can help you stay current on your bills by providing quick cash so you do not rack up expensive late fees and penalty charges.
Short term loans can help you stay current on your bills by providing quick cash so you do not rack up expensive late fees and penalty charges.

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...