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August 21st 2008
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What Is Worse Than Having Bad Credit?

Worse than having bad credit, is not having credit at all, no records, whatsoever. Such is the case of very young people who have not had the opportunity to use a credit card. Probably, it is better for them not to learn the hard way. But the truth is that ...
August 15th 2008
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ATM Card Fraud - The Dangers and How to Prevent It

In the past week I have heard of two people locally getting "skimmed" at ATM machines and having their accounts cleared, So I said I would post a blog entry on the dangers of this and what you can do to make sure it doesn't happen to you. What is ATM ...
August 10th 2008
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Free Credit Repair Advice - Credit Repair Counseling

If you have bad credit and you would like to improve your credit score, a credit repair counselor may be in order. So what is a credit repair counselor? For some it's the head of the household, because they have lived a long time and understand how to handle credit ...
August 10th 2008
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Loan Calculators - Check Your Affordability

In some way, shape or form we have all been hit either directly or indirectly by the "credit crisis." Moving the mortgage, loan and housing markets forward is now a top priority or the government to avoid any recession like slump. In the UK, the Financial Services Authority, responsible for regulating ...
August 10th 2008
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Payday Paycheck Loans - Choosing the Right Lender

There are times when we look out for that extra helping hand. Payday paycheck loans can become that helping hand. You can always depend on them during financial emergencies. Payday loans are short term, instant cash advance, which the borrower has to repay on his next payday. The amount lent can ...
August 10th 2008
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Credit Card Debt Consolidation Help - Use Credit Card Debt to Your Advantage

Credit card debt consolidation help is essential for people who have fallen prey to their own temptations on grounds of compulsive shopping, ignoring their financial position. There is absolutely no problem if you are indulging in shopping once a while, using your credit card. However, you shop only for what ...
August 10th 2008
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Reduce Your Debt - How to Go About it With a Debt Consolidation Program

You might be thinking to reduce your debt, as most of us are under debt pressure due to the several loans we take for home, education, vehicle and other vital expenses. Sometimes these are necessary loads which we have to bear to live a respectful life.. But if you are ...
August 10th 2008
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Free Annual Credit Report - Easy Ways to Get Yours

At present, it is complicated to find for ways that can give you free of charge necessities and services. If there will be some services that are free of charge then it would most likely fall under the free annual credit report. According to the Federal Law, one way of ...
August 10th 2008
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Use Your Credit Card Wisely and Don’t Get in Over Your Head

Before applying for a credit card there are several things you need to know and do. A lot of banks will offer you credit cards but the APR which is the amount of money one has to pay in interest charges per year; can be very high especially for the ...
August 10th 2008
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How to Refinance With Bad Credit - 3 Easy Tips

If you are experiencing debt problems and are struggling to meet your monthly repayments you should consider refinancing with bad debts. The following 3 tips are designed to help you achieve this more easily. 1. Make the best of your situation It is amazing how so many people will have outstanding debts ...

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    • November 24th 2008
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    Toys for Tots: Huge Increase in Toy Requests

    Another bad sign of how the economy is affecting families is a dramatic increase of request for toys from the Marine's Toys for Tots Foundation. As more families struggle to just pay bills, families in the USA are having to turn to Toys for Tots to help them deliver Christmas ...
    November 22nd 2008
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    Pumpkin Swirl Cheesecake

    Pumpkin Swirl Cheesecake is a very popular recipe this year. I thought I would add a few recipes here for Pumpkin Swirl Cheesecake. Rich cheesecake has the spiced flavor of pumpkin pie swirled throughout, and it couldn't be easier to make. Use fresh mashed pumpkin or canned pumpkin. If you don't ...
    November 22nd 2008
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    The Elmira Savings Bank, FSB and First Citizens National Bank Announce Consummation of Branch Deal

    ELMIRA, N.Y. and MANSFIELD, Pa., Nov. 22 /PRNewswire/ -- The Elmira Savings Bank, FSB and First Citizens National Bank announced today the consummation of the sale of Elmira Savings Bank's Mansfield, PA, branch to First Citizens National Bank. The sale included approximately $17.4 million in deposits, the transfer of the ...
    November 22nd 2008
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    Teamsters Tell Elton Brand of Philadelphia 76ers: Don’t Tread on Workers with Nike Sneakers

    Teamsters Union Members Protest 76ers Game PHILADELPHIA, Nov. 22 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Yesterday, Philadelphia Teamsters protested at the Philadelphia 76ers game against the L.A. Clippers, urging fans to tell Elton Brand to speak out about serious workers rights violations involved in Brand's new shoe line, "EB1". The EB1 line of sneakers is ...
    November 17th 2008
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    Employee Retention: A Best Bet in Any Economy, According To VIST Insurance

    WYOMISSING and BLUE BELL, Pa., Nov. 17 /PRNewswire/ -- According to research by VIST Insurance, Employee Retention Programs drive better bottom line performance in growing and uncertain economies. In fact, engaging and rewarding your employees with financial or non-financial awards are retention actions you can no longer overlook or dismiss ...

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