Homeowners Insurance Needs Updating
April 25, 2008
If you own a home, you know the importance of having adequate homeowner’s insurance. What might surprise you is that a recent survey suggests that less then five percent of US homeowners have updated their policies to reflect changes that can adverse affect them.
Hotel and Debit Cards
April 24, 2008
Some consumers are learning that the use of a debit card to book hotel or motel rooms can be troublesome. A little background on how this works.
Fraud and Your Credit Report
April 23, 2008
There are many good reasons to monitor your credit report, now there is another. Industry experts are suggesting that all consumers keep a watchful eye on their credit reports as this may alert them to possible fraudulent activities.
Credit Crisis and the Consumer
April 22, 2008
As you already know, the credit markets are taking some big hits lately. Many of the major banks and lending institutions are encountering all sorts of problems that they must deal with. Industry and government officials are sending out mixed messages as to whether or not the credit mess is stabilizing or will get worse.
Consumer Credit Engine
April 21, 2008
For the last two decades or so, it has been the average American consumer who has fueled the engine that drives the American economy. Consumers account for nearly seventy percent of the gross domestic product in this nation.
Home Sales Up, Prices Down
April 18, 2008
It has been seven months since existing home sales rose. Last February marked the end of that slump. The good news in home sales is attributed to sharply falling home prices which may have led more people to buy.
Sneaky Wireless Billing Problems
April 17, 2008
Did you know that some third-party services are showing up on many wireless bills and the consumer has no idea what is happening? It is true and here is how this new expense works.
Student Loan Update
April 16, 2008
With the economy the way it is, many people who have student loans are wondering if they should either refinance the loan or consolidate several loans. In some cases, this is a smart move, but in many more cases it is not.
Credit Score Must Do List
April 15, 2008
If you have not heard the news yet, your credit score is more important now than it has ever been. The reason for this is that most lenders are now trimming back on their lending and imposing higher standards for those that they do lend to.
Home Insurance Pitfalls
April 14, 2008
Have you ever been denied home insurance coverage? You might be surprised to learn that many homeowners are finding it harder to get home insurance policies in some areas of the country. So what must happen in order to be denied home insurance?