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The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008
This article was written by Samuel Phineas Upham In 2008, a series of poor financial decisions related to mortgages was suddenly coming to light in the worst possible ways. Many lenders had authorized so-called subprime mortgages, which helped buyers to get a home whether their income was sufficient enough to handle the payments or not. Within two years, the rate for subprime mortgages had risen... [Read more]
The History of Glass-Steagall
This article was written by Phineas Upham The Glass-Steagall Act is actually comprised of four separate provisions of the Banking Act of 1933. The act is named after the two biggest supporters, Carter Glass of Virgnia, and Representative Henry B. Steagall. The act was the result of Carter Glass’s repeated attempts to pass legislation related to deposit insurance, and the separation of commercial... [Read more]
Lawyer Up If You’ve Heard from the IRS
No one likes hearing about the Internal Revenue Service. In fact, most people don’t even like thinking about them. But the fact remains that the IRS is still there and they still have a job to do whether we like it or not. Nonetheless, it’s a good idea to immediately seek legal advice whenever you hear from them. Most people are familiar with the IRS’s practice of auditing people when they believe... [Read more]
How to Select the Right Stock Broker
Now that you’re ready to buy and sell stock, it’s time to hire a stock broker to help you get the job done right. There are three types of stock brokers to choose from: full-service brokers, discount brokers, and online brokers. A full-service broker is the most expensive type of broker, while an online broker is the cheapest. Each type of broker offers different type of advice. A full-service... [Read more]
Get More From Your Online E-Wallet
An E-wallet is a safe and secure way for people to shop online. It can also be used to send and receive money transfers from the around the world. But not all E-wallet service providers are created equal, which is why it’s vital to do your research before settling on one. So how do you get more from your online E-wallet provider? If you’re searching for an E-wallet provider on the web, it’s important... [Read more]
Enroll yourself in debt settlement to reduce your financial obligations
If you have been searching a way out of a seemingly endless cycle of debt, then you could perhaps take recourse to debt settlement. Enrolling yourself in a debt settlement program could save you hundreds and sometimes even thousands of dollars. When financially distressed consumers with overwhelmingly large credit card debts cannot find any way out, they consider settling their debts through a settlement... [Read more]
Extended hours In the Stock Market
With the economy not being the best, people worrying about jobs, and saving for retirement, stock trading is something that is attracting more people. While keeping in mind stock trading is a gamble, knowing what you are doing, and educating yourself is crucial. There are many types of stocks to purchase and because the stock market is complicated, knowledge is important. There are many sites available... [Read more]
Prepaid Debit Cards Are Great For College Students
Have you received that telephone call yet from your college student who is four hours away, “Mom and Dad, can you send me some money?” It’s inevitable. One way to make sure that your child has money, but has a limit on the money you provide to them, is by getting prepaid debit cards for them. Generally these cards will be a MasterCard or Visa and issued by a particular company, such as the Green... [Read more]
Must-Have Identity Theft Protection Services
Identity theft protection is becoming a household problem. The recent increase of computer hacking and security breaches has unleashed a new market of identity-theft protection services and software. With so many options on the market to choose from, it can be difficult to find the best software for your needs. However, there is one company that stands apart from the rest: IdentityHawk. An industry... [Read more]
Is the information in your credit score accurate?
Is the information in your credit score accurate? Chances are the answer to that question is different depending on whom you ask. Some estimate that three percent of credit reports have serious errors, while others estimate that 25 percent do. However, a new study may give consumers a clearer snapshot of the number of credit reports with serious errors. The New York Times reports that according to... [Read more]
