Citi Forward $200 Sign Up Bonus

Posted by Kate on July 30th, 2010

The credit card companies seem to really be enjoying Free Money Friday! Citi is offering another chance at some free money in the form of $200 to Restaurant.com. How to Get Your $200 Gift Certificate Sign up for the Citi Forward card and make at least $100 in purchases by 9/15/10. A fulfillment package will [...]

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A Closer Look at a Lending Club Default

Posted by Madison on July 29th, 2010

I just checked my Lending Club account. And I saw my first charge off. My part of the charge off was only $20, but the loan was for someone doing a $15,000 kitchen and bath remodel. The part that surprised me, was that it was an A grade loan. However even with an A grade, [...]

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What the Financial Reform Bill Means for You

Posted by Jill on July 28th, 2010

President Obama recently signed The Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act. The financial reform act will be phased in over the next five years, with many provisions becoming law within the next 18 months. Along with permanently increasing FDIC insurance limits, the financial reform bill regulates investment and trading practices, hoping to prevent the [...]

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$250,000 FDIC Insurance Limit Made Permanent

Posted by Amanda on July 27th, 2010

Could you imagine entering the doors of your bank with sweaty palms, wondering if your money is still there? Chances are you wouldn’t take advantage of the complimentary coffee, or sign a sheet upon walking in to speak with a representative; you’d be frantically running in, elbowing others in a crowd and trying to withdraw [...]

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11 Ways the Government is Padding Your Wallet This Summer

Posted by Madison on July 26th, 2010

Free money from the government. It sometimes feels like everyone else is getting a handout from the government right now. However, I’m willing to bet that you are too! Let’s see where the government money is padding your wallet this summer. Free Money from the Government Making Work Pay Tax Credit Eligibility. There was a [...]

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