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March retail sales increase comes with many investor caveats

After being expected to register the first decline since 2009, retail sales surprisingly increased in March, but stiff headwinds lie ahead.

Thursday, April 7th, 2011 by

By Thomas Hart

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.

Friday, March 4th, 2011 by

By Peter Stone

Home Depot jobs push will hire 60,000 workers for spring season

Home Depot announced that it has started hiring to fill 60,000 Home Depot jobs as the national retailer gears up for the springtime rush.

Tuesday, February 15th, 2011 by

By Thomas Hart

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.

U.S. unemployment sinks to 9 percent, spin doctors rejoice

U.S. unemployment fell in January to 9 percent, the fastest decline in 53 years. The true direction for the U.S. job market is still cloudy.

An intentionally blurry photograph of a sandwich board sign that reads “The Best Jobs in Town.”

Friday, February 4th, 2011 by

By Steve Tarlow

U.S. companies reap record profits by creating jobs overseas

While the unemployment rate remains stubbornly high, U.S. companies are prospering by creating more jobs overseas ...

Tuesday, December 28th, 2010 by

By Thomas Hart

US job openings trending upward in new Labor Department report

A Labor Department Job Openings report showed October job openings reached a two-year high, and economists expect the trend to continue ...

Tuesday, December 7th, 2010 by

By Thomas Hart

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.

Revised U.S. GDP barely exceeds low third quarter expectations

The U.S. GDP, driven by consumer spending, was higher in the third quarter than expected, but that did little to lower the unemployment rate.

Tuesday, November 23rd, 2010 by

By Thomas Hart

Gains in October jobs report not enough to dent unemployment

The October jobs report shows the 10th straight month of private sector job growth, but the unemployment rate remains stubbornly unaffected.

october jobs report shows industries that are hiring

Friday, November 5th, 2010 by

By Thomas Hart

U.S. home ownership rates falling as foreclosure crisis deepens

U.S. home ownership rates have fallen to the lowest level in a decade, and millions of Americans are expected to lose their homes in 2011...

Tuesday, November 2nd, 2010 by

By Thomas Hart

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.

Fed hints at more quantitative easing despite its failure so far

Ben Bernanke's Federal Reserve has pumped nearly $2 trillion into the economy since 2008, to little effect. The Fed may buy more treasuries.

Friday, October 15th, 2010 by

By Thomas Hart

Stimulus cash advances did little to dent unemployment rate

In August, there were 27 states that had a rise in unemployment. It seems the cash advances from stimulus packages haven't gone far.

Tuesday, September 21st, 2010 by

By Peter Stone

Great Recession ended last summer, but growth recession continues

The Great Recession officially ended in June 2009, a government panel said, but economic growth is too weak to reduce the unemployment rate.

Monday, September 20th, 2010 by

By Thomas Hart

How To Get A Cash Advance Even With Bad Credit and Bankruptcy On Your Record

Not many people know they are still eligible for cash advances after bankruptcy or losing their credit. There are no credit checks so bad credit does not affect eligibility.