YOUR VIEW: Charles Merlis
We’re bailing out large corporations, it’s time to help the little guy ... us to spend on goods and services. Instead many people have used it to reduce their credit card debt ... For a Debt Consolidation Loan or Credit Card Counseling Service Source: YOUR VIEW: Charles [more...]
Date: 2008-10-28 03:36:43
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Personal Finances Include Everything That Affects Our Money
Personal finance is an umbrella term which covers most of the varied financial and commercial aspects of your life.All of the ways you obtain funds for your personal use such as loans and credit cards, as well ... can be very high. In contrast to credit cards, personal loans will reduce your spending, because [more...]
Date: 2009-01-06 13:43:37
The Paradox of Thrift
Has the economy scared you into cutting back on your spending, paying down your credit cards, getting your budget in order? ... couple profiled in the Journal story: Rick and Noreen Capp recently reduced their credit-card debt ... with that? Haven’t consumers been told they need to be more responsible about debt and spending - the lesson [more...]
Date: 2009-01-06 14:12:53
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
You Can Implement your own Credit Repair
by Rob Kosberg One day you realize that you are in a serious personal financial disaster situation ... of your salary that goes for necessities such as mortgage, car loans, credit card payments, utilities, other loan ... . This is the income you can devote to reducing debt. Next, decide which loans and credit cards [more...]
Date: 2009-01-14 23:27:42
How Credit Repair Services Can Help You Be Debt Free
a credit repair business Unfortunately, the world is set up to encourage borrowing ... techniques, end collector calls and teach people how to reduce debt. Debt consolidation credit ... loan, you’ll need an unsecured credit card and a lender to get by. Americans with credit scores [more...]
Date: 2008-12-15 21:41:26
Debt relief Deals “attack on the confidence of consumers”
How’d you to your monthly credit card payments and loans - guaranteed? ... said Carol creditors can lower their interest rates. Carol, who can pay their credit card, mortgages ... rate or reduce the amount you are liable. But beware! Some of these programs are debt relief Scams [more...]
Date: 2008-07-18 10:38:03
Credit Repair Tips and Tricks
The best part about finding a third party credit counselor to tackle your credit repair is that you won’t feel so alone ... a larger portion of your available credit. Last off, look at getting what is known as “good debt,” ... , you should work at boosting your score to at least 700. Reduce your credit card balances down [more...]
Date: 2008-11-24 18:27:25
Debt-Financed Consumer Spending Spree?
From the Wall Street Journal article "Hard-Hit Families Finally Start Saving, Aggravating Nation's Economic Woes": ... " and you get 600 results, and for "credit card nation" you get almost 400 results. But the consumer debt data ... Rick and Noreen Capp recently reduced their credit-card debt, opened a savings account and stopped [more...]
Date: 2009-01-08 14:56:00
I don’t like debt
Piling of debts can lead to dangerous and often shameful situation. It’s very hard for me to handle more than one debt ... that are searching nor looking a reliable and excellent provider of debt consolidation? No Debt Today group all your credit card payments into a much reduced, onetime payment or they arrange [more...]
Date: 2008-11-24 11:04:56
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
Cheap is the new black
From the Wall Street Journal: Hard-Hit Families Finally Start Saving, Aggravating Nation’s Economic Woes Rick and Noreen Capp recently reduced their credit-card debt ... s what economists call the “paradox of thrift.” U.S. household debt, which has been growing steadily since [more...]
Date: 2009-01-06 11:35:39
Welcome to the Carnival of Debt Reduction
Hi everyone, and welcome to this week’s Carnival of Debt Reduction . There were more good articles submitted this week than are shown below, but only a small number of them dealt directly with (a) personal debt reduction stories or (b) how to reduce consumer debt: No Credit Needed dispenses with a lengthy introduction and jumps right in with a six-step process for eliminating credit card debt . Free Money Finance recounts a story of how one couple paid off their mortgage . [more...]
Date: 2009-09-28 05:00:04
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
Stop Home Foreclosure Now By Applying These Steps
High foreclosure rates are a sad measure of the condition of our economy ... . Credit Card companies will often reduce your minimum monthly payment. Mortgage lenders can make a loan modification that can make your mortgage terms more affordable. Find a foreclosure specialist [more...]
Date: 2009-01-12 09:34:41
Welcome to the Carnival of Debt Reduction
Hi everyone, and welcome to this week’s Carnival of Debt Reduction . There were more good articles submitted this week than are shown below, but only a small number of them dealt directly with (a) personal debt reduction stories or (b) how to reduce consumer debt: No Credit Needed dispenses with a lengthy introduction and jumps right in with a six-step process for eliminating credit card debt . Free Money Finance recounts a story of how one couple paid off their mortgage . Financ [more...]
Date: 2009-09-28 05:00:04
Top 5 ways to ease the strain on household finances
by katie George The onset of the global credit crunch across the UK last year, combined with the after effects of a series of interest rate rises, ... your debts. If you have a range of higher interest debt such as credit cards, store cards, and high ... consolidation loan, which can ease financial management as well as reduce your monthly outgoings. 2. [more...]
Date: 2008-12-15 21:12:10
Practical Guide On Debt Consolidation
by Don Pedro Debt consolidation is a way to manage or even reduce the amount of debt someone has ... about your loans, interests, credit card debt, card information, your monthly income ad ... moderates the program and he deals with all other creditors on behalf of you. A proper debt consolidation [more...]
Date: 2008-12-27 10:39:46
Where Can I Find Debt Consolidation Information - And How Can I Get Started?
Millions of people find themselves in debt every year ... consolidate debt” and so forth. Depending on the state of your credit rating or credit score ... with you and your creditors to find solutions. Often a credit card company will agree to reduce the amount [more...]
Date: 2008-12-31 00:24:32
Financial Statement Basics - Overview
The Only difference between Rich and everyone else is that, Rich know how to read Financial Statements and how to analyze them ... , Reducing expenses, Debt reduction, Credit card debt elimination, Spend less than you earn and every [more...]
Date: 2009-01-13 17:24:00
Mortgage bankruptcy reform may speed losses
A change in bankruptcy laws to allow judges to reduce the mortgages of consumers would probably boost filings, accelerating lenders’ losses on home-equity, automobile and credit-card loans, according to Keefe ... harmed may benefit in some ways, the Keefe, Bruyette analysts wrote. Credit-card companies [more...]
Date: 2009-01-13 08:30:01
The Impact of Marriage and Divorce on Your Finances
We joined Costco. And I’ve only been there 5 times in 8 days! Thanks for all your suggestions; we knew exactly what to look for. Now I just need to get my True Earnings Credit Card for Costco and I’ll be all set. Also ... What to give the new couple? Think twice before giving a gift card. Debt Reduction Five Tips for Reducing [more...]
Date: 2008-10-08 13:29:23
Reducing Post-Purchase Anxiety: Order Confirmation Emails & Thank You Pages
The order confirmation email. So important. The sender name, even more important ... assures the customer that you’ve got their credit card information. He/she still lives on a prayer until ... the order really go through? Has my credit card been charged? When will the product leave [more...]
Date: 2009-01-08 11:30:29
Fab Five - A Simple Holiday Edition
A few members of The Life Skills Network put together an outstanding resource around the theme of simplifying the holidays ... , to the Benefit of Cardholders. A vote this Thursday could eliminate such credit card nastiness as double ... : Breathe (@Simple Mom) Debt Elimination Tips: How To Reduce Debt With These Do’s and Don’ts. Enjoyed [more...]
Date: 2008-12-17 19:00:46
Reduce Your Debt Significantly!
A careful study of your finances reveal to you a numbing reality that you are in debt, and deeply so! You just can’t pay all your bills ... the new card. The most common form of consumer debt is credit card debit. Another way ... of its obvious benefits, a bill consolidation loan is always very attractive. Debt consolidation [more...]
Date: 2008-11-29 18:07:42
debt debt debt
A debt consolidation company will allow you to make minimum monthly payments. But your principal amount will not be reduced ... have expected, but not stellar by any means. Oh, yeah — any credit card debt forgiveness counts as income ... payment options. Check out this debt settlement company who has helped me with the unsecured debt [more...]
Date: 2008-09-29 12:40:58
Can Debt Consolidation Help To Overcome Credit Card Debts?
Are you looking for some inside information on being sued for debt? Here’s an up-to-date report from debt consolidation experts who should know. A debt consolidation loan enables you to reduce these high payments and avoid expensive loan penalties. Creditors will give customers with a good credit history a better rate to keep their business. Once you have rates as low, target the cards with the highest rates first, then work your way down the list. [more...]
Date: 2009-09-19 12:42:52
Can Debt Consolidation Help To Overcome Credit Card Debts?
Are you looking for some inside information on being sued for debt? Here’s an up-to-date report from debt consolidation experts who should know. A debt consolidation loan enables you to reduce these high payments and avoid expensive loan penalties. Creditors will give customers with a good credit history a better rate to keep their business. Once you have rates as low, target the cards with the highest rates first, then work your way down the list. [more...]
Date: 2009-09-16 18:49:56
More Article about Debt Consolidation
Credit cards and medical bills are all unsecured with no leverage on your home till such time as you make the mistake of a debt consolidation loan ... that you pay the credit counselor each month. Credit counseling services help individuals regain control over their finances by helping them reduce their debt in various ways. These services often serve [more...]
Date: 2009-01-03 09:06:04
Ten Ways to Reduce Debt
by Michael Geoffrey Debt reduction requires good planning and great financial discipline. Here are ten steps that can reduce your debt: 1 ... a debt consolidation loan. If you are a member of a credit union you may find they offer better ... to encourage you to transfer your balances to their credit card. However, beware of missed or late payments [more...]
Date: 2008-11-24 22:33:22
Drumroll Please —– Downtown Parking!
No one comes downtown anymore, because all the parking spots are taken ... , which enable you to use a debit or credit card instead of coins, take dimes and nickels, and reduce [more...]
Date: 2009-01-14 14:33:15
Paulson's $6 Billion Foot In The Door Play
The US Treasury continues to throw $billions around like peanut shells. Bloomberg is reporting Treasury to Buy $5 Billion GMAC Stake, Expand GM Loan ... in an e-mail.GMAC joins more than 190 regional banks, commercial lenders, insurers and credit-card issuers ... it has accepted all bonds tendered in a debt swap designed to reduce its debt load.“Once the [more...]
Date: 2008-12-30 05:04:00
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
Bretton Woods 2, R.I.P.
A wide range of commentators, including your humble blogger, have worried about the clearly untenable system known as global imbalances, ... central bank is not lending to credit card issuers and banks that provide home equity loans. China buys ... eliminate the need to buy Treasuries to keep the currency low, but would also considerably reduce [more...]
Date: 2008-10-22 08:47:01
Bill Consolidation
Bill Consolidation People have different ways of budgeting their money and it all stemmed up from the person’s attitude towards finance handling ... gadget, shopping online for your needs and using credit cards as your payment. Applying and getting ... ways to consolidate bills in a way that they’ll reduce your debt into one comfortable and convenient [more...]
Date: 2008-07-04 03:28:12
Learn about debt consolidation.
Debt consolidation alternatives can help you get out from under your overwhelming debt that so many Americans are feeling today and have been ... I know people who have just gotten out of credit card debt just a little while ago, and it was a struggle ... these hard times become easier. Their services include: # Reduce Balances up to 50% - Save [more...]
Date: 2008-12-18 01:57:44
Debt Consolidation For Debt Free Life
I used to go out with one of my colleague a lot of times because our children are on the same age level. I never saw her used credit card whenever she purchased something. I thought for a while ... consolidation financial service. They help people in eliminating debt as fast as possible. They provide reduce [more...]
Date: 2008-10-10 19:44:13
Find debt consolidation nationwide!
How does payday loans actually work? Although having a loan is not a very welcome idea, the fact is that during emergency situations, ... when we urgently need to pay for our credit card bills, we did apply for a loan, lol! Good news ... have other services like debt consolidation refinance which provide debt settlement programs that reduce [more...]
Date: 2009-01-13 03:16:06
Tell All Tuesday ~ Slowly Forward Edition
This past week, all I did directly towards reducing our debt was made my monthly car payment ... $21,414.50 Broken down into: Credit Card: PAID OFF 2/7/08 Student loan (at 7%): $11,084.68 Spouse ... about our future debt elimination strategy and I wanted to address it. Once my spouse’s student loan [more...]
Date: 2008-09-23 19:39:00
Debt Consolidation May Be A Option For You
With hard times everyone is going through in today’s market and almost everyone owing somebody, have you ever thought about debt consolidation? ... with credit card companies that she had no choice but debt settlement. By using Fast Debt Freedom Now, she was able to reduce her balances up to 50% and save thousands with unsecured debt consolidation [more...]
Date: 2008-10-02 14:15:00
Financial Forecast for 2009, Considering Resource Limitations
In this post, I consider some major issues contributing to our current financial problems, before making a financial forecast for 2009. These are 1 ... from the bottom: Layer 1. Household Debt (Mortgages, auto loans, credit card debt, student loans ... debt-based financial system operating. 3. Where we are now, and the role reduced resources [more...]
Date: 2009-01-06 15:10:32
Home mailboxes are open targets for identity thieves
Connecticut Better Business Bureau has advice for securing your mail and reducing potentially “dangerous” junk mail Wallingford, CT Wallingford, ... financial responsibility Fewer than half know how to manage credit & finances...Instant business cards ... Connecticut Better Business Bureau says watch out for bank card... [more...]
Date: 2009-01-15 15:04:19
Debt Elimination Tips: How To Reduce Debt With These Do’s and Don’ts
My own debt elimination tips and thoughts on how to reduce debt. I’ve learned from my mistakes so I hope you do as I say, not as I did. In the mid- to late-’90’s, I made accumulating credit card debt something of a hobby. It wasn’ ... , by the end of 1998 I had nearly $25,000 in debt and not a darn thing to show for it. I knew I needed [more...]
Date: 2008-12-12 23:58:35
How can I reduce my debt & improve my situation?
I’m upside down in my house, have about $38k in CC debt. I make good money, but wanna try to find a faster way to recovery. Most the consolidators want my situation worse in order to make it better… & they all seem ... payments. i have about $38k in credit card debt… virtually all are 6-8% apr…. except [more...]
Date: 2009-01-05 13:34:34
3 Little Known Reasons To Stay Away From Debt Consolidation Loans
A debt consolidation loan is often said to be a good way to reduce your debt. The common theory is that you can lower your interest rate, particularly if you’re consolidating credit card debt, and wind up with a smaller payment. This theoretically lets you get the debt paid [more...]
Date: 2008-08-26 20:52:46
New US Credit Card Legislation Has Allowed Credit Card Companies Too Much Time!
Amazon.de Widgets President Obama’s credit card legislation, although welcomed during these times of harsh economic woe, unfortunately will probably fall just short of what every American has been screaming out for, a strong leash on the credit card industry. Legislation to regulate the credit card companies from imposing financially sapping interest hikes and reducing credit lines without warning, will shortly be announced, and not a moment too soon as a battle weary American public continually [more...]
Date: 2009-09-29 12:31:20
Obama’s Credit Card Legislation May Need Fine Tuning!
Amazon.de Widgets President Obama’s credit card legislation, although welcomed during these times of harsh economic woe, unfortunately will probably fall just short of what every American has been screaming out for, a strong leash on the credit card industry.Legislation to regulate the credit card companies from imposing financially sapping interest hikes and reducing credit lines without warning, will shortly be announced, and not a moment too soon as a battle weary American public continually [more...]
Date: 2009-09-18 22:53:26
Needing Help!!
As I have mentioned in my earlier posts that I am now having a major difficulty in handling my credit card bills ... consolidate their credit card debts and also reduce interests; thus giving each families ... of not sending us money, I already incurred over dues and consistent follow-up calls from credit card [more...]
Date: 2008-06-23 11:44:44
How to Reduce Your Credit Card Debt
How to Reduce Your Credit Card Debt Posted in January 15th, 2009 Category: ... Debt Relief All of us have heard that several times that someone can be crazy with his or her high credit card debt. But don’t be so much upset to file for insolvency. You should always remember [more...]
Date: 2009-01-15 10:51:32
The Best Online Debt Cures
Hello- If the thought of talking to a credit counselor giving them all your personal information sounds frightening to you, ... is one of the fastest ways to reduce your credit card balances without filing bankruptcy. Many people ... in credit card debt, they can help you reduce your balances by up to 50% or more. Take a look [more...]
Date: 2009-01-08 02:17:08
