Monthly Archives: April 2010
Debt Collection Laws Change After Politicians Get Fed Up
Posted April 29, 2010 – 2:54 pm in: CreditAlmost everyone who has been in debt has received the dreaded telephone call from a collections company. But oftentimes one phone call turns into twenty, and even worse, an agent may be aggressive and threatening on the phone.
No Comments | Tags: business collection, collection agent, debt negotiation, debt negotions, debt reduction, debt settlement
How The New Mortgage Rules Affect House Prices
Posted April 27, 2010 – 2:50 pm in: MortgageOn Tuesday February 16th, 2010, Canada’s Finance Minister, Jim Flaherty, announced that the Government will be changing Canada’s mortgage regulations in effort to prevent potential mortgage borrowers from acquiring mortgages that they cannot afford. Due to the increasing concerns about consumers being attracted to low mortgage interest rates, especially borrowers who are securing variable-rate mortgages starting at very low levels, there are worries that many mortgage holders may not be able to afford the monthly mortgage payments which could result in a housing bubble. Flaherty announced that the Government will be implementing tougher restrictions regarding how banks go about approving mortgages. For people looking to purchase a new home, it is important to understand how the government mandated mortgage rules will affect home prices.
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Does Consolidating Your Credit Card Loans Hurt Your Credit Rating?
Posted April 25, 2010 – 3:18 pm in: CreditConsolidation is an option that many people have taken advantage of. Consolidating loans means joining more than one loan in to one single loan. While it can be beneficial when keeping track of your credit card debt, and sometimes even lower your monthly payments, there are a few things you should know about consolidation before you get on the boat.
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Your House Forclosed And You Think You’re Off The Hook- Think Again
Posted April 21, 2010 – 10:17 pm in: MortgageI would be skeptical about the idea that people who have taken out mortgages become chummy with their mortgage lenders. Mortgage lenders will raise rates as they please, and then, when they don’t get that payment, they will take away the place where you live. Today, this is an alarming trend that ends up with homeowners either underwater or renting an apartment. And now, banks are attempting to get their money back from the foreclosure sale.
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How To Compare Insurance Quotes
Posted April 19, 2010 – 3:23 pm in: Personal FinanceIf you have ever purchased a new car then you can attest to the fact that it is very euphoric. You become so impatient about trying out your new set of wheels. Purchasing your car is just one step to owning the car; you also need to put into consideration the car insurance policy you are going to use. Some car dealers will promote certain car insurance policies but this should not be the basis of your decision if you have not undertaken a proper market research. It is important that the insurance policy you choose caters for your needs.
No Comments | Tags: Car Insurance, finance, Household Insurance, Insurance, Life Insurance, money, Personal Finance
The Deal With Credit Reports
Posted April 17, 2010 – 12:53 pm in: CreditYour credit history. It could be your best friend, or your worst enemy. Most of the time it’s like a nosy mother in law coming to visit. You know that she’s coming, and that’s always bad news, but you are too afraid to ask or even consider how long she will be staying. Even though that was the worst analogy ever, read on to see how long negative marks stay on your credit history!
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Steps To Getting A Term Life Insurance
Posted April 15, 2010 – 7:55 pm in: Personal FinanceYou must look for some sort of life insurance incase you have family members dependent on you. The life insurance plans provide compensation to your family if you suddenly die. It helps them to manage a living in your absence. Several types of life insurance plans are available, and each of them has clauses which are advantageous for you in different situations. Some are costlier than the others, but they usually provide a better plan or extra cover. There are certain plans which put a part of your money in investments, so that you get some returns while you are still alive, after a certain period.
No Comments | Tags: Death Cover, Disability Cover, Life Cover, Life Insurance, Personal Finance
Collection Industry Tries A Different Approach In A Rough Economy
Posted April 13, 2010 – 9:33 am in: Debt ConsolidationThe debt collection industry’s techniques might be taking a turn for the….better? Bearing in mind the number of recent lawsuits against bill collectors, ACA International, the largest trade group of professional creditors and collectors, alleges more and more collection companies are working towards training collectors to take a more of an empathetic position.
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Do You Have Too Much Credit Card Debt?
Posted April 11, 2010 – 5:34 pm in: CreditRecent studies have shown that many Americans are $10,000 or more in debt. Reports have also shown that many of these individuals are now unable to pay those debts due to recent economic changes. The recession that has recently hit America has caused financial problems to increase for many individuals who never dreamed they would experience credit trouble.
No Comments | Tags: Credit, credit card debt, credit cards, credit debt, debt, debt management, debt relief
How To Use Non Profit Debt Consolidation to Repay Loans
Posted April 4, 2010 – 3:24 pm in: Debt ConsolidationDebt consolidation is one of the most effective solutions for your credit card debt related problems. You can get the help of a non profit debt consolidation program to consolidate all your existing loans or debts and replace it with a single payment every month. What is meant by non profit debt consolidation? It is [...]
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How To Avoid Minimum Payment Trap Of Credit Card Debt
Posted April 2, 2010 – 5:18 pm in: CreditDo you seem to find yourself with a credit card balance that seems to increase month after month, even right after you’ve applied your monthly bills to the debt? However, with the state of the recent economy, you will find a lot more consumers that find themselves in this scenario – encompassed within a mess of the minimum repayment trap and unsure of the steps to take to get rid of their debt once and for all, and even pay it down.
No Comments | Tags: Credit, credit card, credit card debt, credit counseling, debt, Debt Consolidation, debt management, debt relief
