November, 2009

What Consumers Should Do if Their Credit Limits are Cut

Limits on credit cards cut being cut Studies done by Consumer Action, a consumer advocacy group, are showing that almost one in five consumers have had limits on their credit cards cut. Almost 20 percent of these customers are showing they have nearly maxed out their cards as a result. Experts are predicting that limiting credit ...

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Retirees Need to Find Debt Relief and A Solid Financial Plan

On the brink of retirement Many retirees are looking for debt relief as they settle their finances. After years of wise saving and careful investing, you may find yourself on the brink of retirement. Although you may be tempted to quit immediately and look for a nice quiet home to retire in, there are still some ...

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Don’t Just Thank…Act!

This article is by staff writer Adam Baker. Baker has recently come to realize that there will always be an excuse not to give if you look for one. As the holiday season approaches each year, we’re reminded to reflect on those things we’re most thankful for. Some of these remain consistent from year to year. Occasionally, ...

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‘New Moon’ Opening Weekend Sales Make the Record Books

'New Moon' opening weekend sales "New Moon" star Robert Pattinson image from Flickr. Never underestimate the power of teenage girls. Variety reports that the "Twilight Saga: New Moon" audience was 80 percent female (and 50 percent of those females are younger than 21), and the "New Moon" opening day sales now top the box office charts with ...

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Avoiding Black Friday Online and Offline

Many retailers — those who have survived the rough economy — have struggled this past year. Companies are looking forward to the holiday season because they know consumers are in a tough position, too. Here is how it works: the economy is recovering, but unemployment is the last piece of the economy to improve in ...

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