Monthly Archives: September 2010
Why more investors are buying dividend-paying stocks, not bonds
Current market conditions make dividend-paying stocks a cheap long-term investment, but the end of Bush tax cuts could spoil the party...Mortgage applications increase; loan modification falls
Mortgage applications are down 40 percent from a year ago, but they are starting to raise slightly. Most applications are for refinancing.Switchflops: A high school art project turned big business
Lindsay Phillips of Tampa, Fla., had an idea in school that became a $30 million fashion business: Switchflops. It's all about being unique.Many tourists must now pay a tourist tax to enter the U.S.
Foreign air and sea tourists wishing to enter the U.S. now must pay a tourist tax to enter, per Homeland Security. Fly the friendly skies...Credit card companies dodge rules by offering professional cards
Professional credit card offers are part of a strategy by banks to avoid consumer protections mandated by new credit card rules.SUNY enacts greater protection for students against credit cards
SUNY has just changed the rules about how credit card companies can market on campuses. There is rising concern about debt among students. Short term installment loans online provide fast, easy options
With short term installment loans, you can get fast cash with easy payment options. Fast approvals are offered directly online -- APPLY NOW!Oracle picks up Mark Hurd and a lawsuit from HP
Oracle Corp. recently hired Mark Hurd, who had just resigned from HP. HP has just filed a lawsuit, alleging Oracle couldn't hire him legally.Magic mushroom research: Hallucinogens help cancer patients cope
Clinical studies of mushrooms containing psilocybin showed hallucinogens offered comfort to cancer patients facing the end of their lives...More American workers turning to day labor during recession
More former white-collar American workers are taking up day labor jobs to make ends meet during the recession, according to media reports…Treasury seeks public input about financial literacy education
The Treasury Department is seeking public comment about financial education guidelines to help Americans avoid personal financial meltdowns.U.S. officials warn of danger in Koran burning
The planned Koran burning by the Dove World Outreach Center Church was decried by U.S. officials, saying it will endanger American troops...Justice Department faces off in court against Joe Arpaio
Controversial Sheriff Joe Arpaio is being sued by the Justice Department. The suit says Arpaio won't cooperate with civil rights investigations.Volatile stock market driven by impulsive investor fears
Stock market volatility is sending traders on a rollercoaster ride driven by fear that is measured by the Market Volatility Index, or VIX.Instant cash loans online make borrowing money easy
With instant cash loans online, borrowing money is easy. These online cash loans save time, money and offer an immediate financial solution.Benefits of applying for advance payday loans online
There are many benefits of applying for payday advance loans. Advance payday loans offer fast cash solutions swiftly and easily... READ MOREEven the wealthy need instant money sometimes
A person could think that the middle class suffer more in recessions. Some very wealthy people are actually losing homes to foreclosure.
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