Establishments that offer a wireless internet connection are often bustling with customers who want to use their laptops, netbooks, and smartphones while taking their lunch break. Wi-Fi Hotspots will only continue to gain popularity with… Using Wi-Fi Hotspots Safely
As troubled homeowners continue to face foreclosures through the mortgage crisis, shady mortgage relief companies have sprung up to “help” unsuspecting consumers – while charging advance fees without providing the services promised. But mortgage relief… Advance Fees Banned for Mortgage Relief Companies
Taxpayers using offshore accounts to hide money from Uncle Sam have been given a second chance to come clean and avoid criminal prosecution. The Internal Revenue Service’s 2011 Offshore Voluntary Disclosure Initiative (OVDI), which began… Last Chance Amnesty for Tax Evaders with Offshore Accounts
Sub-prime credit cards can offer consumers with a poor credit history a fresh start – a chance to improve their credit score while enjoying the advantages of using a credit card. Sub-prime cards work the… Sub-Prime Credit Cards
Whether your poor credit score is caused by living beyond your means through overspending, or an unfortunate circumstance that made debt repayment difficult, your credit score can be repaired. But bad credit scores weren’t earned… Recovering From a Poor Credit Score
New unemployment claims rose sharply last preceding week, reversing the drop from the previous week and surprising economic experts. For the week ending January 22, new jobless claims increased by 51,000 to 454,000 according to… Job Market on a Long Slow Recovery
It’s not only fun to get new clothes, but wearing a flattering new outfit can do wonders for your attitude. But to keep up with the ever-changing fashion trends can wreck havoc on your credit… Simplify and Save – Clothing
When in the market for a vehicle, it’s smart to consider buying from a private seller. The main benefit to purchasing from an individual is that you are more likely to get your auto for… Auto Shopping – Buying From a Private Seller
As Americans start the new year feeling better about the job situation, consumer confidence increased in January to its highest level in eight months. The Consumer Confidence Index reading of 60.6 is up from 53.3… Consumer Confidence Up in January
Want an easy way to check on the status of your refund this tax season? There’s an app for that. The Internal Revenue Service today announced the release of IRS2Go, the first smartphone application that… IRS Releases Smartphone App