Mary Tomkins is a freelance writer located in Spartanburg, SC, with emphasis on economic news and research on the financial industry.
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Sales of existing homes jumped in December for the fifth month of sales increases within the past six months, a positive sign that the housing market continues to improve. Sales of existing homes, including single-family,…
Buying your next vehicle can be an exciting thing, but it can also be confusing thing if you don’t go in with at least some idea of what you’re looking for. A realistic attitude will…