Handling Finances

I have mentioned in one of my more previous entries that this is the best time to take steps toward debt management, ... of either payday loans or credit card debts. Ideally loans should be availed only in case ... the minute you get the chance to. The privilege of getting a loan and being able to use credit cards [more...]

Date: 2009-01-13 03:32:58

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Patching up shortfalls can mean postponing retirement savings

This Michelle Singletary column on the Washington Post website has answers to a few readers’ questions regarding debt and debt reduction ... when the credit card balances start going up. I think this would especially hurt someone ... .  And if there’s debt to be reduced, then this is even a stronger reason for not investing. [more...]

Date: 2008-12-27 04:59:43

Paying Down Debt In Your Marriage

Debt can be a real strain on any marriage. Today we’ll take a look at how you can work with your spouse to reduce debt together ... accumulate credit card debt. Before you know it, you’ve racked up $50k in consumer debt, not including ... such as an unexpected medical expense or car repair. Don’t skip step 1! It’s #1 for a reason. Step [more...]

Date: 2008-09-08 13:12:49

Finance Crisis Hits Credit Card Business

The financial crisis appears to be spreading to the credit-card business. Credit card companies say that their charge-offs of delinquent debt from card-holders have spiked to 5.5 percent, and could jump to 8 percent in coming months, a level not seen since the dot-com [more...]

Date: 2008-10-31 17:12:26

Simple to Read, Hard to Execute: 10 Ways to Save Money in College

Written on 6/04/2008 by Soo L. of womopo.com - practical tips and advice for men ... to rack up a lot of credit card debt. So instead of making poor decisions with your credit card, save ... on naive and unsuspecting college students. Some examples of this are credit card companies, loan [more...]

Date: 2008-06-04 22:39:48

The Silver Lining

“I think we’re undergoing a fundamental shift from living on borrowed money to one where living within your means, ... are added in, about one of every five household dollars is now claimed by bills. The credit card ... households have become dependent on borrowing, the average amount of credit card debt discharged [more...]

Date: 2008-10-13 01:24:35

Personal Credit Card Counseling

Personal Credit Card Counseling January 7, 2009 at 5:00 am · Filed under Credit Card Consolidation div style=’float: right; width: 100px; ... the services and programs offered that can help someone to resolve a financial crisis./font/divpAll ... to do it or we don’t take the time. Either way, it can lead to debt overtaking our income and ability to [more...]

Date: 2009-01-07 10:00:36

household budgeting and more

Are you also finding ways on household budgets? Well then, worry no more! www.eliminate-credit-card-debt-now.com is here to help those who are wanting to get out of credit card debt, even debts on different financial institution or organizations. With so many tempting available ways to apply for loans [more...]

Date: 2009-01-15 18:08:05

Free Living

In this complicated financial status due to non-stop daily expenses, monthly bills, children's educational expenses, ... . The overflowed using of more than one credit card is really sink us into a big debt when unable to use in minimal expenses. Not realizing that we are already sinking into big credit card debt. It's time [more...]

Date: 2008-12-02 01:16:10

Credit Card Debt Consolidation Services

Do not fall prey to counterfeit debt consolidation companies. Play smart and get to know everything that you need to Debt consolidation companies offer to take your debt burdens away and provide you with little peace of mind. This might be the apparent case but not everywhere. Some companies would be ready to take your undue advantage when you are emotionally drained and are facing high pressures from your creditors. They will be charging with high front fees and many hidden costs. [more...]

Date: 2009-09-08 06:26:58

Debt Reduction is more Important than Your Credit Score

If you are a baby boomer with a pile of consumer debt, you are not alone ... those with significant credit card debt to worry about. According to a report from the New York ... it) is a willingness to negotiate some of that debt away without regard to its effect on your credit score [more...]

Date: 2009-01-04 00:34:49

Winners and Losers from Current Economic Situation.

In the current economic situation we have Low inflationLow PoundVery low interest ratesDeclining output / rising unemploymentWinners include: ... is not rising ( at moment). In theory people with credit card debts should benefit, but, in practise, banks have not passed rate cuts onto those paying credit card debts. Interest rates are still around 16-17 [more...]

Date: 2009-01-13 06:40:00

Debt Settlement – When You Should Talk to a Professional For Debt Relief

Are you one of the several thousands of Americans in debt? Do you owe hundreds or even thousands in credit card debt? If you are one of these individuals who are struggling to fix their finances, you are probably bombarded with a lot of information on the available debt relief services.Last 5 posts by How To Easily Own A Membership Site - September 25th, 2009The "Give-To-Get" Principle - September 25th, 2009If 90% of Internet Marketers Fail How is Success Possible to Achieve? [more...]

Date: 2009-09-25 06:01:23

It’s a Labor Day Carnival of Debt Reduction

Happy Labor Day everyone!  Labor Day originated in 1882 when the Central Labor Union of New York City sought a day off for those who work ... rid of credit card debt the smart way. Early Retirement Extreme tells how he would get rid of debt ... articles Think that using a debit card is a cure-all for debt problems?  Master Your Card warns [more...]

Date: 2008-09-01 05:00:37

How to Handle the Bill Collectors

How to Handle the Bill Collectors Posted in January 15th, 2009 Category:Debt Relief Credit card debt collection is a big business. There are millions of dollars every year from thousands of accounts that go to collection agencies for delinquency. Being in debt is never easy and it’s a very stressful time. You may receive [more...]

Date: 2009-01-15 05:53:51

Get Your Credit Report

One of the most important things a person can do to make sure their credit and financial health is in top notch shape is to make sure they stay on ... Ways To Improve Your Credit Rating Credit Card Debt Will Lead To Bankruptcy if not Careful Tips ... top of what's going on with their credit report. If you haven't taken a look at yours [more...]

Date: 2009-01-10 20:22:41

Telemarketer calling from 714-679-2140 (Santa Ana, CA)

Annoyed reported a Telemarketer (7146792140 from Santa Ana area, CA) . The following comments were posted: Got an unsolicited text message from them "Do you have 10k or more in credit card debt? Our debt relief program CUTS your payments and total debt by over HALF. No upfront fees. May we contact you?" Permalink: http://www.numberinvestigator.com/phone/714-679-2140.html [more...]

Date: 2009-09-29 18:08:38

Isn't it time to get out of debt?

Back before I got a real job, I was a lawyer. Yeah, don't laugh. I hate lawyers, too ... to get out of debt and credit card consolidation. The site, then, is a resource that can help ... primarily came to see me because they had too much unsecured debt (i.e., too many credit cards [more...]

Date: 2008-11-10 03:29:28

Pocket Profile: Frugal Babe

This week we spoke with Frugal Babe, who started a blog to chronicle her family’s path out of debt after starting a health insurance agency with her ... more in rent. Student Loan Debt: None! Top percentile. Credit Card Debt: None! Top percentile ... calculators to figure out how long it will take us to pay it off. The Bigger Picture: Tell [more...]

Date: 2009-01-08 16:49:31

Debt Consolidation for You

Adult people in United Sates are able to have more than two credit cards in their wallet. And you know, its mean double debts. Any people complain about credit card payment in recent months. As you know global crisis ... . The other offering that available here is debt counseling. You can read the comprehensive information [more...]

Date: 2009-01-14 03:37:03

Review: Financial Infidelity

Each Friday, The Simple Dollar reviews a personal finance book of interest. ... that can be the earliest cracks in the foundation of a marriage. A little withheld truth about a credit card debt ... some incredibly devastating tales of woe - suddenly discovered five-figure credit card bills, closets full [more...]

Date: 2008-08-22 14:00:37

Thank you Taxpayer. Sincerely, Merrill Shareholders

From the Wall Street Journal In the end, investors and financial institutions could face as much as $2 trillion of losses from bad U.S ... from commercial real estate, credit cards, auto debt and business debt, and Goldman’s loan-loss estimate ... rescued both Merrill and Countrywide without government assistance. Mr. Lewis had also argued [more...]

Date: 2009-01-15 09:02:01

Money Match #5: Erin, Nashville Female Seeking Friends

It's been a while since we had any Money Match posts-- mainly because I totally flaked out and let a couple entries languish in the depths of my ... . This of course is my only form of debt, 54k in student loans. I have no credit card debt, no car payment, etc ... have me showing up on her front porch if I lived in Nashville! Email me at openwallet1 at [more...]

Date: 2008-10-28 13:17:00

America's gift to the world -- credit cards and debt

Guess what country this paragraph from a New York Times story describes: Outstanding card debt here ballooned to nearly $18 billion last year, ... -high interest charges. It's Turkey, where less than a generation ago consumer debt was almost unheard ... of the NYT's powerful series called "The Debt Trap" -- describes the spread of easy credit [more...]

Date: 2008-08-11 20:27:41

Young people should act on debt early

Following a study suggesting that the 18-34 age group are most at risk from the credit crunch, with many carrying significant debts, ... to tackle their debts now. Especially with high-APR debts such as credit cards, it’s essential ... with their finances as the prospect of a recession looms. Furthermore, they added that debt problems [more...]

Date: 2009-01-08 19:11:08

Funny but True: SNL- Don’t Buy Stuff You Cannot Afford

With all of the serious economic problems happening these days, I figured a little humor was in order ... t get these numbers to add up. Husband: Like we’re never going to get out of this hole. Wife: Credit card debt ... ve tried debt consolidation companies. Husband: We’ve even taken out loans to help make payments [more...]

Date: 2008-10-02 04:01:10

Avoiding while Choosing the Good Card

There are a lot of potential credit card that in first working of the time the young adults must choose of ... to be returned later. These can go a long path to help to warn the debt of the credit card. In fact ... has some highest odds to place them in serious debt. In, the individuals who are capable to direct [more...]

Date: 2009-01-13 09:54:09

Stand Against Adversity

Dear Aunt B,I saw your web page and would appreciate the opportunity to ask you for advice ... many years; she has accumulated a credit card debt of over $30,000, and a few years ago, she had to borrow $40,000 on her house to pay off a similar credit card debt accumulated in the same manner [more...]

Date: 2009-01-08 16:52:00

Credit Repair After Bankruptcy

by Matt Douglas If you have a bankruptcy on your credit report you probably feel like there is no way to escape a low score ... a new revolving line of credit such as a credit card. This will help you build some positive credit ... of available credit to debt. It may not be the most ethical [more...]

Date: 2009-01-07 23:54:48

Dynamic Business Data list Corporation

If you are want to start a new business, and if you are start you Corporation ... Forex Trading and Study (1) My Splendid Weekend with PC Software (3) Credit Card Debt Consolidation ... (0) Apply Your Extra Credit Card (0) Camelback Displays Material Sell Online (0) Look [more...]

Date: 2009-01-07 09:37:18

Badcreditloanshop.com

.fullpost{display:inline;}The most common problem is financial. same financial problems that contribute to this problem in the bad credit loans ... for you to secede from debt in bank and also credit card, requirement of house, health, insurance ... of your family. Eliminates taste is anxious about debt, with bad credit loan of all your requirement [more...]

Date: 2009-01-13 09:47:00

Tap My 401(k) or Borrow From Family?

A while back (actually, almost a year and a half ago now… how time flies…), I talked about using a 401(k) to pay off credit card debt ... with a person who used my credit recklessly. I am now left with about $30K in debt, almost all of it high ... union and have no way to consolidate that debt. This leaves me with two options: tap into my 401 [more...]

Date: 2008-11-20 14:00:33

Another Way I Use Credit Cards to My Advantage

Recently, I started to make bigger purchases around the middle of the month because I found that I can save more money this way ... further. Credit cards have a statement date where they will calculate how much you owe with the due ... ScoreWhat Helps Me Give Away Free Gas Gift CardsDrowning in Debt? Don’t Make This Credit Card [more...]

Date: 2008-10-06 16:08:14

Telemarketer calling from 949-981-0364 (Irvine, CA)

Alphanumericone reported a Telemarketer (9499810364 from Irvine area, CA) . The following comments were posted: Spam text message stating "Do you have 10k or more in credit card debt? Our debt relief program CUTS your payments and total debt by over HALF. No upfront fees. May we contact you? Permalink: http://www.numberinvestigator.com/phone/949-981-0364.html [more...]

Date: 2009-09-29 16:12:12

Bankruptcy

Teresa Sullivan et al's book, As We Forgive Our Debtors (1989, see Chap 8, specifically) ... of points right after college. I had credit card debt, student loan debt, and an uninsured car accident ... points out that women were not even guaranteed credit in their own names until 1970 (or 1974 [more...]

Date: 2009-01-12 16:47:18

Pay Off Your Debts in 2009: 3 Strategies To Being Debt-Free

Today’s post is a guest post By Rachel Karl, a student of MakeMoneyFromWriting.com ... there! 3.    Now comes the third and final task: The debt snowball. Look over all of your credit card bills ... you have three credit cards: “A,” “B,” and “C.” “A” has a balance of $800 with a minimum payment [more...]

Date: 2009-01-09 12:20:36

Don’t Make Credit Decisions Based On Last Year’s Recommendations!

When I was taking a political science class in college, we learned about the problem of “fighting the last war ... about the advice of many newspaper columnists on credit card debt currently.  They may be right ... years but now seems to miss the point of the credit crisis.  If your credit card provider lowers [more...]

Date: 2009-01-08 23:46:33

The Upside of Business Credit Cards

A recent credit card article focused, in my view, disproportionately on the negative aspects of using a business credit card to help fund your small ... to debt that haunts you long after the business is an unfortunate memory, regardless of where [more...]

Date: 2008-11-19 00:18:01

Your Future without Debt!

There is a lack of financial and investment education in our schools, among the many things not taught ... of changing to a rewards card like a rewards credit card. Once this debt is eliminated, take the money ... payoff money, cannot change until you pay off all of your debt for this method to work best.If [more...]

Date: 2008-08-14 05:42:00

A Personal Bail Out Program for Consumers Stuck in the Credit Crunch

PASADENA, Calif., Sept. 24 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Credit Crunch Fix (CreditCrunchFix.com) ... mortgage payments, credit card debt and even utility interruptions. The attorney-created service is not debt settlement or credit repair, nor legal counsel. Credit Crunch Fix allows consumers [more...]

Date: 2008-09-24 16:49:15

Debt Consolidation For You

Credit cards have become the talk of the town these days, especially with the credit crunch. The reason is that several people have found themselves deep in credit card debts and the thing to think... Writers Wanted: Join Our Blogging Community Today! [more...]

Date: 2009-09-28 21:18:35

Debt Consolidation For You

Credit cards have become the talk of the town these days, especially with the credit crunch. The reason is that several people have found themselves deep in credit card debts and the thing to think... Writers Wanted: Join Our Blogging Community Today! [more...]

Date: 2009-09-28 21:17:51

Time to get back to basics (pfblogs.org)

Millions of people in the US are feeling at least a little pain as the market whipsaws and home values go down ... .  The people feeling the most pain now have more mortgage debt than they can handle, the inability to refinance that debt, perhaps a lot of credit card debt, and maybe even unemployment.  People ... ... [more...]

Date: 2008-10-03 00:47:04

CITI Drops Opposition to Cramdown; May Help Homeowners to Avoid Foreclosure

Citigroup and key Senate members reached an agreement on Thursday that will bring the Helping Families Save Their Homes in Bankruptcy Act one step ... can be reduced by the court including credit card debt and, ironically, mortgage debt on vacation homes ... closer to passage. The proposed law, introduced by Senator Durbin (D-IL) in the Senate and Rep [more...]

Date: 2009-01-11 15:27:40

Debt Consolidation For You

Credit cards have become the talk of the town these days, especially with the credit crunch. The reason is that several people have found themselves deep in credit card debts and the thing to think... Writers Wanted: Join Our Blogging Community Today! [more...]

Date: 2009-09-28 21:18:35

Credit Spiral

So, say you’ve had a good relationship with a credit card company and been paying off substantially more than minimum payment over recent months ... from the credit card company saying they’re reducing your credit limit, right before Christmas. Would ... of our house leading to a less positive debt ratio report from a credit rating agency [more...]

Date: 2008-11-26 19:39:28

TARP II: The Wrath of TALF

In normal times the Federal Reserve responds to crises by using teeny, gold-plated hydraulic levers to raise and lower interest rates ... which it will lend up to $200 billion to support the issuance of debt backed by consumer and small-business debt -- such as credit-card loans, student debt, auto loans and loans backed by the Small [more...]

Date: 2008-11-26 15:35:02

This sounds less bad

I doubt anyone can know how much it might help, but the desperation apparent in this move should be obvious. From Bloomberg: The U.S ... and college education while also reducing the cost of credit-card debt. If we really need ... it improves auto sales much. Maybe people pay off some credit cards and take some classes [more...]

Date: 2008-11-25 05:46:00

Debt Consolidation Needs

When I was a branch sales manager before for a well-known direct selling company, I was privileged to avail four credit cards ... but now I am really having a hard time. How I wish I could avail of a debt consolidation! Anyway ... , I was able to find reliable information that can give me great tips on how to deal credit card debts [more...]

Date: 2008-07-23 04:02:17

Money Hacks Carnival #39

Looks like another another miscue in the Carnival Land ... for your participation. carnival Photo by Meagen via Flickr Credit and Debt Five Ways to Help You Quickly Eliminate Credit Card Debt posted at CreditShout. Should You Pay a Debt Consolidation [more...]

Date: 2008-11-20 03:25:15

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