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  • Cardholders pay off their credit cards Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 5:00AMEarlier this year, Mike and Jodi Lee told themselves there had to be a better way to handle their debt.
  • Marshall Auerback: The Real Lesson from the Great Depression: Fiscal Policy Works! Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:22PMCross-posted from New Deal 2.0. If the US government had a dollar every time someone proclaimed to learn the lessons of the Great Depression, we...
  • Prelude to Meltdown: An interview with Bert Dohmen Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 4:15PMWhen Bert Dohmen talks, smart investors listen.
  • Connectria Launches the First “Business Only” Cloud Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 5:06PMSAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Connectria Hosting Launches the First Business Only Cloud, a cloud solution for select corporate members. No consumers, hobbyists, hackers, spammers, phishers, spoofers need apply.
  • Should I Use Savings in CDs to Pay Off House? Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 5:05PMDepleting a savings account to pay off a mortgage could leave you vulnerable in an emergency.
  • New Debt Relief Program Seeks To Assist 100,000 Women With Financial Problems Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 4:37AMThe program specifically targets women, but has now open its doors to assist men too. Nationwide (BlackNews.com) -- Debt Help For Women is a national program that offers an exclusive service to help women reduce or eliminate their credit card debt.
  • Tedbits: The Financial and Economic NO SPIN Zone Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 3:59AMAs the next leg down in the unfolding depression and global, financial crisis intensifies we all sit on a keg of dynamite known as the developed world’s economies and financial systems and wait for some fool in government to light a match.
  • New regulations make changes to debt relief services Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 12:08AMThe scenario usually goes something like this: You get a phone call from a debt relief company. The person at the other end promises that for a fee he can reduce the interest rates on your credit cards. In fact, he guarantees you that his program will save you several thousand dollars or your membership fee will be returned in full. A few weeks later you get a welcome package from the company ...
  • Beware the tax-relief scams of late-night television Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 11:15PMThey appear on late night television and on the Internet promising to reduce your tax debt, remove tax liens, and settle your unpaid taxes, interest and penalties for pennies on the dollar. Do you really believe you can pay a fee to a tax relief company and reduce your $50,000 tax bill to $2,000App...
  • Key Questions for Getting Out of Debt Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 1:35PMAsk the Right Questions, Get Out of Debt Debt consolidation - Financial Services - Business - Financial Planning - Debt Settlement
  • The best cash-back card around Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 12:58PMDo you pay off your credit card balances in full every month? Do you like tax-free income? Then here’s a deal for you: the best cash-back credit card out there. Credit card - Business - Personal finance - Financial services - Home
  • Family Christian Center hosting finance class Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 9:59AMHow often do you worry about money? When was the last time you paid a bill late? Do you have a car loan, student loan or credit card?
  • 12 New Rules for Your Money Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 2:58PMIn this era of high unemployment, flat home prices and do-it-yourself retirement savings, some traditional rules of saving and investing are due for an overhaul.
  • Cycling toward cashless: ATM provider tests linking bank accounts, player cards Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 10:14AMWhile slot machine technology has progressed by leaps and bounds from the days of two-dimensional cherries and 7s, the day when gamblers can insert bank cards directly into slot machines won’t be here anytime soon — if ever.
  • Lance worried about American economy Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 10:26AMRep. Leonard Lance, R-7, is back in session early this week, hoping to pass a bill on appropriations.
  • Are you ready for the Credit Card Act of 2009? Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 5:00AMWith the enactment of The Credit Card Accountability, Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009, commonly referred to as The Credit Card Act of 2009, several changes have occurred that will dramatically impact how Americans utilize their credit cards, debit cards, and gift cards. Are you aware of your rights and protections under the new law?
  • The Best Cash-Back Card Ever Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 9:13PM...and what it says about our economy
  • Card Outlook Positive for Big Issuers Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 12:28PMImprovements in the credit card industry loss and delinquency rates will be a major driver for second-half earnings.
  • Men convicted on charges of conspiring to defraud U.S. Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 10:29AMA federal jury convicted two men last week on charges of conspiring to defraud the United States and claim more than $5.5 million in false tax refunds.
  • How to manage money during unemployment Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 3:12PMLast month, the U.S. Congress ended its standoff and voted to continue unemployment benefits for people who have been jobless for more than six months. During the delay, however, many people received no unemployment payments for weeks.
  • Economic uncertainty is slowing down the recovery, Lance says Saturday, August 14, 2010 @ 1:08PMRep. Leonard Lance, R-7, is back in session early this week, hoping to pass an appropriations bill that would help cash-strapped states hire back teachers they had to be laid off due to budget constraints, and help states pay for Medicaid.
  • Montgomery men convicted on charges of conspiring to defraud U.S. Thursday, August 12, 2010 @ 9:55PMA federal jury convicted two men Wednesday on charges of conspiring to defraud the United States and claim more than $5.5 million in false tax refunds.
  • Rep. Leonard Lance is worried about the American economy Thursday, August 12, 2010 @ 8:33PMRep. Leonard Lance, R-7, is back in session early this week, hoping to pass a bill on appropriations.
  • How eliminating bank overdraft fees will affect consumers Thursday, August 12, 2010 @ 7:28PMAs of July 1, new overdraft protections went into place. To continue receiving overdraft protection, customers must opt in by Aug. 15. Here are some things to consider.
  • How eliminating bank overdraft fees will affect consumers Thursday, August 12, 2010 @ 3:53PMHave you opted in for overdraft protection on your checking account? Or will you let new bank rules eliminate the risk of over-limit fees to protect your credit? Bank customers struggling with money problems must make a choice in the next few weeks.
  • Sovereign citizens put spin on history, reject government Thursday, August 12, 2010 @ 9:27AMCOLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) -- They call themselves sovereign citizens, U.S. residents who declare themselves above state and federal laws.
  • THE DECLINE OF MORALITY Sunday, August 8, 2010 @ 10:24PMA recent issue of a popular news magazine carried a cover story on the lifestyles of many well-to-do urban young people. It described a hedonistic life of late nights, intimacy between the sexes, expensive meals and other entertainment.
  • Paying down debt makes sense Sunday, August 8, 2010 @ 2:07PMIs it better to use any excess cash to contribute to your RRSP or pay-down your mortgage?
  • FTC reins in debt-relief practices Sunday, August 8, 2010 @ 10:46AMA bit of good news this week: The Federal Trade Commission ended July by offering consumers some relief from so-called debt-relief companies.
  • Paying down debt makes more sense than ever Sunday, August 8, 2010 @ 6:22AMIs it better to use any excess cash to contribute to your RRSP or pay-down your mortgage? Your mortgage might be the better option.
  • Financial makeover: New parents take it one debt at a time Sunday, August 8, 2010 @ 6:08AMA financial planner shows a young couple burdened with a number of loans how to slowly pay them off, starting with the smallest loan and working their way to the biggest by paying a little more per month and sticking with that amount.
  • Road contracts expected soon Sunday, August 8, 2010 @ 4:51AMAVON Officials expect to award the construction contracts for the Pond Street drainage and road-reconstruction project by the end of the month, said Town Administrator Michael McCue. The first phase of the project is expected to begin in September and should eliminate the frequent flooding that has taken place in neighborhoods south of Pond Street. The second phase, which will ... Road ...
  • Speaker: Debt hurts churches Saturday, August 7, 2010 @ 5:21AMDebt relief might be something to pray for, but this might not be necessary after attending a Financial Freedom workshop Monday.
  • Exotic deals put Denver schools deeper in debt Saturday, August 7, 2010 @ 12:59AMDENVER - In the spring of 2008, the Denver public school system needed to plug a $400 million hole in its pension fund. Bankers at JPMorgan Chase offered what seemed to be a perfect solution.
  • WilliamPaid Challenge Helps Renters Tackle Student Loans Thursday, August 5, 2010 @ 2:00PMWith student loan debt averaging $23,186 for graduates of four-year college and universities, according to a study conducted by the National Center for Education Statistics at the U.S.
  • Your guide to today, tomorrow and beyond Thursday, August 5, 2010 @ 7:09AMBazaar: Our Lady of the Light will have a bazaar from 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. Friday-Saturday and from 1 to 10 p.m. Sunday at 4700 Delta.
  • Still in the Time of Economic Anxiety Thursday, August 5, 2010 @ 5:47AMReaders respond to articles about the state of the economy.
  • Heritage Oaks Bancorp Reports Q2 2010 Financial Results Wednesday, August 4, 2010 @ 10:30PMPASO ROBLES, Calif. -- Heritage Oaks Bancorp , , the parent company of Heritage Oaks Bank , today reported a net loss of $5.8 million compared to a net loss of $1.3 million for the first quarter of 2010 and to net income of $0.5 million in the second quarter a year ago.
  • Credit-Advisors Announces FTC Rules to Protect Consumers from Debt Relief Companies; Good News for Consumers and GREAT ... Tuesday, August 3, 2010 @ 1:55PMSUNRISE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--In a long awaited ruling, starting on October 27, 2010, for-profit companies that sell debt relief services over the telephone may no longer charge a fee before they settle or reduce a customer’s credit card or other unsecured debt. Due to a few, unscrupulous business owner who have abused financially strapped Americans, the FTC has finally imposed new regulations ...
  • Credit-Advisors Announces FTC Rules to Protect Consumers from Debt Relief Companies; Good News for Consumers and GREAT ... Tuesday, August 3, 2010 @ 1:47PMSUNRISE, Fla.----In a long awaited ruling, starting on October 27, 2010, for-profit companies that sell debt relief services over the telephone may no longer charge a fee before they settle or reduce a customer’s credit card or other unsecured debt.
  • "Debt Help For Women" Program Expands To California, Maryland, and Georgia Tuesday, August 3, 2010 @ 8:01AMUnique debt assistance program is now available to women in more than 30 states.
  • Tax Elimination Promoters Sentenced for Tax Fraud Monday, August 2, 2010 @ 11:00PMFour of eight promoters of a fraudulent tax- and debt-elimination scheme have been sentenced to length prison terms for their roles in tax fraud, wire fraud and money laundering.
  • 10 iPhone apps to get in financial shape Monday, August 2, 2010 @ 10:11PMCNNMoney : A one-stop financial news source. American Express : Pay your credit card bill from anywhere.
  • NationalRelief.com Helps American Consumers Monday, August 2, 2010 @ 6:47PMNEW YORK, NY--(Marketwire - August 2, 2010) - American consumers are struggling more than ever with overwhelming debt. NationalRelief.com continues to do its part to help eliminate the hardships that stem from non-payment of debt due to job loss and a weakened economy. Debt settlement remains the number one option for debt resolution falling behind bankruptcy and debt consolidation.
  • NationalRelief.com Helps American Consumers Monday, August 2, 2010 @ 6:42PMNEW YORK, NY--(Marketwire - 08/02/10) - American consumers are struggling more than ever with overwhelming debt. NationalRelief.com continues to do its part to help eliminate the hardships that stem from non-payment of debt due to job loss and a weakened economy. Debt settlement remains the number one option for debt resolution falling behind bankruptcy and debt consolidation. From data gathered ...
  • Scam Patrol: New Rules for Debt Relief Companies Sunday, August 1, 2010 @ 8:18AMAdvertisements for Debt Relief, Debt Settlement, and Debt Negotiation companies often claim they can reduce or eliminate your unsecured debt, particularly your credit card debt.
  • New rule limits debt settlement firms Sunday, August 1, 2010 @ 7:07AMNEW YORK - Companies that promise to reduce or eliminate credit-card balances and other debt for customers no longer will be allowed to charge an upfront fee.
  • Government cracks down on debt-settlement companies Sunday, August 1, 2010 @ 5:05AMCompanies promising to reduce or eliminate credit card balances and other debt for customers will no longer be allowed to charge an upfront fee. The Federal Trade Commission said last week that the new restrictions are a crackdown on the debt-settlement industry, which flourished during the economic downturn as borrowers ...
  • RELIEF FROM DEBT RELIEF Saturday, July 31, 2010 @ 1:04AMFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, JULY 30, 2010 CONTACT: AARON SADLER aaron.sadler@arkansasag.gov (501) 682.0517 RELIEF FROM DEBT RELIEF LITTLE ROCK -Debt Relief, Debt Settlement, and Debt Negotiation companies. Their ads claim that they can reduce or eliminate your unsecured debt, particularly your credit card debt. Yesterday, the Federal Trade Comm…
  • Debt firms targeted Friday, July 30, 2010 @ 9:48AMNEW YORK - Companies that promise to reduce or eliminate credit card balances and other debt for customers will no longer be allowed to charge an upfront fee.