People lose jobs and homes. Politicians bicker and scuffle for ways to address the financial havoc, and now some people are marching in protest against capitalism begrudging the one percent of the wealthiest citizens in the country. With all the ruckus that has been taking place, consumers continue to be saddled with debt, and so is the US government, with Federal Debt that continues to escalate. While we cope with our … [Read more...]
Archives for October 2011
State Debt - Top 10 Debt-Ridden States
The Comeback of Rising State Debt To ride out the financial storm in 2009, many American consumers learned to tighten their belts and had their credit cards take a rest. This resulted to an estimated $10 billion drop in total domestic credit card debt. But it seems this change in spending habits is just temporary as Americans go back to their old ways and credit card debts start to climb once more at a perturbing … [Read more...]
Boat Ownership 101
Boat Loans Can Make Dreams Come True Imagine this: Wind slapping your face and tousling your hair with the taste of salt everywhere as you steer your newly-acquired boat. Your family is having a grand time enjoying wake-boarding riding the inflatable banana boat, and other marine adventures. You are heading toward a secluded island where you normally can’t easily access without your spanking brand new recreational … [Read more...]
Getting In The Driver’s Seat of Your Car Loans
Car loans make it easy for people to own a means of transport. Just as the car you loaned for provides comfort when you travel, paying for your car loan must also be comfortable and manageable. However, when not properly steered, they can send your finances careening and hitting the skids. So before taking out an auto loan, consider these budget pointers. 1. Your Car Loan Payments Vis-a-Vis Other Expenses When … [Read more...]