You do Not Have to Go Into Debt After a Car Crash

Unfortunately, car crashes are plentiful in this day and time ... , and keep you out of debt. Monetary compensation is the only way our system has for settling accident [more...]

Date: 2009-01-14 11:29:47

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Debt Free and Money Saving Tips.

Have you accounted your Holiday spending yet? Well, ... at home. No credit card means no temptation and of course, it also equates to the term “debt free“ ... my bills, I must keep in mind their due dates and settle them right away to prevent incurring late [more...]

Date: 2008-12-18 00:34:43

Information about Debt Settlement Services

During global crisis, many people facing hard financial condition. If you understand how the currents flow, you will solve your own problems ... . One of the best solutions you can take right now is finding debt relief through Debt Settlement service. Well, debt settlement is the act of negotiating with your creditors on your behalf to settle [more...]

Date: 2008-12-19 06:55:02

Sprint ETF Settlement a Raw Deal for Consumers: How you can (easily) fight back

Sprint recently settled an Early Termination Fee (ETF) class action suit ... $25 credit on that debt, if Sprint has already sold the debt to a third-party (collection agency ... . And, it’s quite broad, covering customers from 1999 all the way to 2008. The settlement makes [more...]

Date: 2009-01-06 16:23:10

Why do we make New Year’s resolutions?

If you look up the word resolution in the dictionary here are some of the definitions: - a resolve or determination: ... or resolute; firmness of purpose. - a solution, accommodation, or settling of a problem, controversy, etc ... . Lastly and again, not surprisingly, getting out of debt was high on the resolution lists. 2008 [more...]

Date: 2009-01-06 18:23:20

Former AT&T CMO Lefar Joins Vonage as CEO

Former AT&T CMO Lefar Joins Vonage as CEO By Rafat Ali - Tue 29 Jul 2008 02:21 PM PST Former AT&T (NYSE: T) ... a week after the news that that Silver Point Finance would provide up to $215 million in private debt ... . During Citron’s tenure, Vonage has dealt with a flurry of legal threats, settling patent [more...]

Date: 2008-07-29 23:04:09

Sprint ETF Settlement a Raw Deal for Consumers: How you can (easily) fight back (Updated)

Sprint recently settled an Early Termination Fee (ETF) class action suit ... $25 credit on that debt, if Sprint has already sold the debt to a third-party (collection agency [more...]

Date: 2009-01-05 10:30:45

Article about: December 5 roundup

December 5 roundup » by Walter Olson You are cordially invited to a fishing expedition for lawsuits over energy drink/alcohol mixes ... ? Fair compromise? Both? Neither? Settle It Now, scroll 19-year-old Ciara Sauro of Pittsburgh is disabled, in medical debt, and waiting for transplant, crowning touch is the $8,000 default judgment RIAA [more...]

Date: 2008-12-05 05:08:53

Cubs Can’t Find Buyer, Still Can’t Alight on Cuban

Look forward to hearing this excuse for the next six months from all your favorite teams and leagues: “Gosh, we’d love to < ... not be able to sell the Cubs completely, settling for shuttling off just as much of a minority stake as he can to pay down debt that he saddled Tribune Co. with when he bought the company in the first [more...]

Date: 2008-11-07 16:00:21

It Was Back To Court For T.I.

Okay I know I’m late on this…but so what…lol! Happy 09! Associated Press Writer ATLANTA — Rapper T.I ... , telling a judge the debt was an oversight. Lawyers for LaShon Dixon asked a Fulton County judge ... for the money owed, effectively settling the matter. During the Tuesday hearing, which lasted more than [more...]

Date: 2009-01-07 17:30:28

Quick update

I’m at the Ranch, until Epiphany West. Tired, damp, happy to be here ... . Want to finish settling in, and do my shot before I host dinner—but I may just nap until ... to transition into paying debt, paying for healthcare, getting employed and getting better [more...]

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

Repeat Offender

Direct Answers - Column for the week of July 8, 2002 I am a 26-year-old escort, in the business on and off since I was 14 ... , and I don’t believe he would ever abuse me. We want to settle down and even have kids. The problem ... , you should have huge savings and be living well. But you are in debt, using money to buy moments [more...]

Date: 2009-01-14 09:33:02

Four at Four: OPEC Gets Burned

This is a situation the market has not witnessed in some time: declines in oil, the dollar, bond yields and stocks ... Crude dropped 8% to settle at $40.06 a barrel, its lowest price since July 2004, and other energy ... of the ridiculous yields offered in corporate debt remains to be seen, but it is the Fed’s only [more...]

Date: 2008-12-17 12:26:00

Four at Four: OPEC Gets Burned

This is a situation the market has not witnessed in some time: declines in oil, the dollar, bond yields and stocks ... Crude dropped 8% to settle at $40.06 a barrel, its lowest price since July 2004, and other energy ... of the ridiculous yields offered in corporate debt remains to be seen, but it is the Fed’s only [more...]

Date: 2008-12-17 12:26:00

Revolutionary Road: Suburban Unrest

Revolutionary Road: Suburban Unrest By Jerry Dennis - Posted on January 10th, 2009 Tagged: ... illusion that you have to settle down and resign from life.” -- April Wheeler from Revolutionary Road ... to disastrous marriages, all of these films owe a huge debt to Franks Perry’s 1970 film, Diary Of A Mad [more...]

Date: 2009-01-10 20:59:29

The pre-budget - an alternative view

With thanks to David Pugh of Daymar Ltd Well at 3.30 yesterday I settled down to watch the Report ... one of the main reasons for the global economic crisis is the high level of debt everywhere. So the government solves this by ….yes…increasing our country’s debt. But (in the words of the M&S advert [more...]

Date: 2008-11-25 10:49:18

'Operation Lowball' Places Kirk Kerkorian Back at Center of MGM Sale Rumors [The Lion King]

If it's not bombs, bees and/or anthrax threatening to engulf MGM in a dense apocalyptic deathcloud, ... debt instruments, banking-community insiders noted. ... Well-placed sources indicate MGM ... that Reliance Big Entertainment had considered an MGM bid before settling on DreamWorks for a fraction [more...]

Date: 2008-08-20 18:30:00

Joining Accounts

Here’s an interesting question, does not have a joint account or joint money, mean a lack of trust in a marriage? Most people would say that joining finances before marriage is a bad idea.  There is always the possibility of things going south and the relationship ending on the rocks.  However, there is also the possibility that, you could treat your relationship finances pre-marriage as a business arrangement.  Where both parties contribute equal amounts to investments, home, expenses, etc. [more...]

Date: 2009-09-29 13:00:32

Forgiven Debt Isn't Really Forgiven At All

By Kate Luther If you've been struggling with the rest of the economy, chances are you've been forced to rethink your financial priorities. And as a result, credit cards are often the first thing to go. The good news is that once you get behind, many credit card companies will offer to "settle" your account, some for as much as just 40% of your original balance. And if you're looking at a large chunk of credit card debt, making it go away for 40% of its value sounds like a pretty good deal. [more...]

Date: 2009-09-22 13:00:09

7" EXPLOSION - PT 13

I'm a bit ambivalent towards 2-Tone these days. I used to really like it when I was 11; now, with the possible exception of a few songs by Brummie pop-ska combo The Beat, I find a lot of it quite juvenile and cringeworthy. Take Too Much Too Young by The Specials; a scathing Malthusian snipe at a young girl, whose 'crime' seems to be settling down and having a kid with a man who isn't Terry Hall. Ain't he cool, no he ain't , El Tel grizzles about his ex's wee babby. [more...]

Date: 2009-09-18 10:14:00

Where I’m coming from and bound to.

Sometimes as historians we have reason to sum up our careers to date and make a projection forward as to what we’re doing next. Here’s mine. I don’t think this will really interest people for discussion, so I’m putting it below the fold by backdating it 72 hours, and people who read the blog on the web probably won’t notice it. Those of you who get these posts on RSS will of course see it presented as if it were fresh and intriguing; sorry about that. [more...]

Date: 2009-09-26 20:21:41

Excerpt from Sarah Palin’s Hong Kong speech

This is a huge chunk of Sarah Palin’s speech that she posted on Facebook today. Palin calls herself a “common sense conservative”, a very good description. She presents the speech as Main Street’s point of view. From that view point Palin, touches on a vast array of topics. Most noticeably we get to hear Palin on foreign policy. Her views on world trade and the financial are presented as well. Make sure to read the end; she clearly and concisely defines the Tea Party movement. [more...]

Date: 2009-09-24 06:13:00

And miles to go…

If all difficulties were known at the outset of a long journey, most of us would never start out at all. We’ve bounced back from the bear market lows to reclaim a milestone. But, we are still a long way away from the all-time highs. The question now is how would the journey ahead be? There are no easy answers, though on the whole, the mood seems to be upbeat. [more...]

Date: 2009-09-18 03:47:00

Debt Management This Recession

You may have many unpaid amount of bills accumulated in your file. Are you simply finding ways to pay them up? However, you may be in front of a situation where you simply do not have any option other than to declare yourself insolvent. In such a condition, before declaring yourself a bankrupt, think again if there is any other way left out to get out of debt fast . In most of such cases, people find out debt consolidation loans to be a great alternative. [more...]

Date: 2009-09-25 07:16:32

ORANJE PREVIEW : Skittz

ORANJE is tonight! Indianapolis emcee, Skittz (aka Big Skittz aka Skittles) has been a long-time friend of MOKB . In fact, our relationship pre -dates the blog and hip-hop aspirations. Skittz and I have played softball together for years, more than seven I believe. Our mutual love of music was never a foundation for our friendship. Our love of pounding softballs, lazily settling for singles instead of doubles and beer was more than a strong enough base. [more...]

Date: 2009-09-19 16:50:00

The Death of Capitalism and the Meltdown of the Nuclear Family

The division of labor has polluted our careers and aspirations and–its natural conclusion–has corrupted our families. Sexual discrimination is pervasive, especially in so-called “conservative” circles where women are relegated to the home doing chores at which even minimum wage workers would turn their noses up. Men do tedious secretarial work all day; women do mundane busywork around the house. [more...]

Date: 2009-09-22 06:00:41

The Death of Capitalism and the Meltdown of the Nuclear Family

The division of labor has polluted our careers and aspirations and–its natural conclusion–has corrupted our families. Sexual discrimination is pervasive, especially in so-called “conservative” circles where women are relegated to the home doing chores at which even minimum wage workers would turn their noses up. Men do tedious secretarial work all day; women do mundane busywork around the house. [more...]

Date: 2009-09-22 06:00:41

Debts Missing From Your Credit Report? Don't Count It Out Just Yet.

One of the top rules of managing debt is that all consumers should regularly be checking their credit reports for mistakes and inaccurate information. Mistakes by credit reporting agencies and creditors are common but typically it is minor information that is being reported incorrectly. However, there may be a rare time that a consumer is very conscious of an outstanding debt that doesn't seem to be listed on a credit report. [more...]

Date: 2009-09-28 10:00:00

The Monday Mix:

Everyone ends up somewhere. Few people end up somewhere on purpose. Yesterday we launched a new series simply called, “From Here to There” ... up settling for something far short of the potential that God placed inside each of us. Yesterday ... time that will eventually lead to success. We become frustrated when we can’t get out of debt, lose [more...]

Date: 2009-01-05 05:01:21

Debt Consolidation and Reduction – Information You Need to Know

Amazon.de Widgets Why did you end up in debt?Never spend more than you earn. I’ve learned this lesson the hard way, and now I live and die by this way of life. Prepare a budget and keep it handy. Always have a good idea of the money you’re making, and where exactly that money is going when it leaves your hand. The reason you’re in debt right now is because you’ve spent just a bit more than you should have, and now you’re being punished for it. [more...]

Date: 2009-09-23 18:21:10

Bond Recovery in Bankruptcies Likely to Be Far Lower Than in Past Downturns

Junk bond yields were recently as high as 20% (they've improved a bit recently). Some commentators considered the record spreads to be overdone ... , but I have commented from time to time that there was good reason for distressed debt to be a lot ... on company operations and force a debt restructuring/renegotiation when serious trouble first develops [more...]

Date: 2009-01-13 03:11:00

Where Do I Turn To Find Debt Settlement Help

Debt in this country has almost doubled and folks are in lots of trouble. When it comes to your debt you do not have to feel just like you don't have any options. If you're in fear of going to court due to your debt or losing your stuff, think about debt settlement. Debt settlement is the simple act of settling all your debt with your lender or lenders. In order to do this correctly you may want to get some debt settlement help. [more...]

Date: 2009-09-17 18:51:20

RPT-GLOBAL MARKETS-Asia stocks up on hopes of recovery

Asian stocks edged up for a seventh day on Tuesday, boosted by hopes for a global economic recovery later in 2009, though the rising yen and falling high-yielding currencies suggested such optimism was limited. Investors continued to move money stashed in government bonds to equities as their willingness to take risks recovered with low interest [more...]

Date: 2009-01-06 06:03:46

Tell All Tuesday - Where Did August Go Edition

I can’t believe it is September already!  I guess that old saying about how time flies when you are having fun is true after all ... towards it.  With our credit card, I just threw an extra payment onto it whenever I earned some extra ... of people have asked about the idea of moving the student loan to a credit card with a 0% transfer offer [more...]

Date: 2008-09-02 19:16:05

Important Things To Know About Bankruptcy

by John Steed Insolvency is the state affirmed by the court of law that someone or an institute has been powerless to clear its liability ... until the debt was roofed The genesis of this situation came from Latin posturing a broken ... officer for assistance. The defaulter is supposed to obtain some fee from the debts. A good number [more...]

Date: 2009-01-15 06:51:07

Sellers of Tribune CDS Protection Face Large Payout

Matthew Cowley reports: The dire conditions facing media companies were highlighted by this week’s auction to settle credit derivatives ... agency, had already suggested that recovery values would be “negligible” for the bonds, at between zero and 10% for secured notes and debentures, senior unsecured debt, and subordinated debt [more...]

Date: 2009-01-07 09:50:00

Sellers of Tribune CDS Protection Face Large Payout

Matthew Cowley reports: The dire conditions facing media companies were highlighted by this week’s auction to settle credit derivatives ... agency, had already suggested that recovery values would be “negligible” for the bonds, at between zero and 10% for secured notes and debentures, senior unsecured debt, and subordinated debt [more...]

Date: 2009-01-07 09:50:00

Look Out for the Debt Settlement Tax – What to Do About It

by Sean Payne If you’re currently in debt and you may be thinking about negotiating with your creditors to settle your debts for less than you owe. What you may not know about debt settlement, though, is that it can have a significant impact on your taxes. When you pay off the debt for less than you owe, you’re effectively “earning” money. For example, if you take out a loan for $10,000, and then were unable to pay it back, but settled for $6000, you’ve effectively pocketed $4000. [more...]

Date: 2009-09-21 13:12:17

Debt to Income Ratios or "What do you mean we can't afford peanut butter?!?"

Happy New Year everyone!Yes, I'm way behind. If you've noticed that things have been quiet around here it's because I took a much needed 2 week ... back on track. This week I'm settling back into a more normal routine. So on to the post!This morning I came across two great blog posts on ratios including:1. Debt to income ratio2. Mortgage [more...]

Date: 2009-01-12 20:00:00

A Ripe Moment

 It turns out the real hurricane blew through Wall Street last week, not Galveston. This morning, Manhattan is strewn chest-deep with the debris of banking and at this hour (seven a.m.) nobody knows how far, deep, and wide the damage will spread. The fear, of course, is that we are witnessing a classic "house-of-cards" or "dominos-in-a-row," [more...]

Date: 2008-09-15 13:06:22

Cambodian Cuisine To Close

Cambodian Cuisine To Close By Nick Fox {Photo: Julien Jourdes for The New York Times) ... $1 million in debt. Neither Mr. Ley, nor his lawyer could be reached for further comment. “Cambodian ... that I will be losing everything including my home or any place to settle.” “I do not know what to say or do anymore [more...]

Date: 2008-12-15 15:42:51

Debt Settlement Where To Find Help

Debt in this country has nearly doubled and people are in lots of trouble. When it comes to your debt you don’t have to feel like you don’t have any options. If you are in fear of going to court due to your debt or losing your things, think about debt settlement. Debt settlement is the easy act of settling all your debt with your creditors or lenders. to do this properly you may need to get some debt settlement help. [more...]

Date: 2009-09-17 18:56:02

New constitution doesn't mean pensions at risk

A north suburban schoolteacher wrote the other day asking me nicely to remember the importance of teachers' pensions in anything I might write about the upcoming referendum on a constitutional convention. She was referring to a question on the Nov. 4 ballot that will ask voters if the state should call a special convention to revise the Illinois [more...]

Date: 2008-10-16 05:22:49

Bill Consolidation in Recent Times

An obvious thing that is happening lately is credit card problem. It has impacted almost many people in the United States ... you worry about debt. The numbers are 1-888-335-0363. These belong to a company that is willingly to help ... , it is needed. Credit card debt consolidation takes also an important role for customers after the above [more...]

Date: 2009-01-09 15:16:23

Screenplay Junkie #6: The 2008 Black List

Adam Volk is a wannabe screenwriter trying desperately to break into the industry and cram his hack drivel down Hollywood’s gaping maw. Each week he examines one aspect from the wonderfully demented world of screenwriting. Two years ago — or so the story goes — a young executive at Leonardo DiCaprio’s production company Appian Way, [more...]

Date: 2008-12-12 14:03:07

Expat Living - The Credit Crunch In Spain

Ten years after it was launched, the euro is propelling Spain towards disaster. In giving up control of domestic interest rates to the European Central Bank, handed over a vital instrument of macroeconomic management. If you read the Jeff Randall article in the Telegraph recently you would think that the end is nigh, [more...]

Date: 2009-01-14 17:40:39

If You Have Payday Loans You Need Payday Loan Consolidation

Being in constant debt is a horrible place to be. You borrow against your pay check and then when that money is all used, your check comes and you are broke again because you had to pay everything back. If you are like me you need Payday Loan Consolidation to help you get a handle on this cycle of debt. Companies all over the place are flourishing simply because of their offers for free help consolidating debts and help with your payday loan consolidation. [more...]

Date: 2009-09-19 16:08:47

The Debt Settlement Tax Can Bite You If You’re Not Careful

If you’re currently in debt and you may be thinking about negotiating with your creditors to settle your debts for less than you owe. What you may not know about debt settlement, though, is that it can have a significant impact on your taxes. When you pay off the debt for less than you owe, you’re effectively “earning” money. For example, if you take out a loan for $10,000, and then were unable to pay it back, but settled for $6000, you’ve effectively pocketed $4000. [more...]

Date: 2009-09-20 00:37:27

Sarah Palin: COMMON SENSE CONSERVATISM

tothepointnews.com Written by Sarah Palin Thursday, 24 September 2009 You can call me a common-sense conservative. My approach to the issues facing my country and the world, issues that we’ll discuss today, are rooted in this common-sense conservatism… Common sense conservatism deals with the reality of the world as it is. [more...]

Date: 2009-09-27 17:28:31

Three Dress Bride

If the invitations were an unexpected joy, dress shopping was an unexpected disappointment. (Followed by joy, of course!) I should start by mentioning our budget. We have one. Everyone has one. Whatever your budget, there are choices to be made and priorities to be set. This is tricky; my priorities might not be the same as yours, and that’s ok [more...]

Date: 2008-11-11 15:30:33

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