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Are Higher Interest Rates on the Way?
7:30PM 4/05/2011
Federal Reserve officials raised concerns last month that a big jump in energy prices could weaken the economy and unleash inflation, prompting a few to suggest the possibility of tightening credit -- and increasing interest rates -- this year.
How Long Is America's Road Back to Full Employment?
4:00PM 1/11/2011
There's no way to sugarcoat it: The U.S. job deficit is huge, and it will take years to fix. But investors shouldn't become too pessimistic. America's economy has the capacity to adapt and renew itself faster than many folks expect.
The federal deficit will amount to the equivalent of approximately 10% of U.S. gross domestic product for the fiscal year, which ended Sept. 30, according to a Treasury official. That's about the same percentage as the previous fiscal year.
A provision that allows retirees to correct the mistake of tapping their benefits too early has been used by some as a fairly lucrative investment strategy. Now, the Social Security Administration wants to end the practice.
My car loan payment doesn't make sense: Help Me WalletPop!
9:00AM 8/27/2010
If you're having a problem with a business, Consumer Ally can help. Write us at HelpMe@WalletPop.com.
Q . I have a car loan with Capital One Auto Finance and when I signed the contract it said that the monthly note will be $349 per month. The beginning loan balance is $16,684 with an interest rate...
How to calculate credit card interest and save yourself money
3:00PM 4/16/2010
If you're like most of us, you've probably received at least one credit card bill with the new format required by the CARD Act that went into effect on February 22. The new format explains how long it will take to pay off your card if you pay only the minimum required.
Personally, I like this new...
With Tax Day just a few days away, the race is on to get tax returns in the mail or e-file by the due date -- unless, that is, you're filing for an extension. Most taxpayers know interest will accrue on late payments but may not be familiar with penalties. Here's what you need to know:
When you...
Money College: Seven ways to avoid credit card blunders
3:02PM 3/12/2010
Perhaps no area of life affects undergraduate students more than credit. In this article, Money College writer Peter Sachs offers seven essential tips; please check out Money College's Katie Drews' insights into credit and college here.
What better way to take advantage of your new-found...
We here at WalletPop keep telling you how important your credit score is, but what's a hardworking American to do if there's a mistake on that all-important score -- one that could be costing them valuable points that could translate into a better rate on a mortgage, car loan or credit card?...
Coming to your bank in 2010: New products and lots of fees
6:00AM 1/06/2010
Friend or foe? Banks hope you'll think of them more kindly this year by offering a slew of new products aimed at making life easier for customers. But that convenience, along with pretty much everything else your bank offers, will likely come at a price. In fact, consumers should expect to spend a...
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