Monthly Archives: July 2009

Digging out of debt (Provo Daily Herald)

Despite headlines that point to “green shoots” and other markers of economic recovery, we are all still feeling the recession’s pinch. Many are trying to hold onto the jobs they have. Others are looking for new ones. Continue reading

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Adding fiance to your credit card account might boost his FICO score, but be careful (Los Angeles Times)

Dear Liz: My fiance and I are trying to secure financing for our first home, but his credit scores are just below the mark. I was thinking of adding his name to my credit card account so that my available credit line shows up on his report Continue reading

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Stars align for easing of US credit crunch (Express India)

Multiple market signals are leading analysts to bet that the worst credit crisis since the 1930s is easing, as debt markets slowly heal after two years of extreme upheaval. Continue reading

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Consolidating your debt may be the way to go (SaukValley.com)

STERLING – If you have a lot of debt, you’re not alone. According to the Federal Reserve, credit cards balances and loan payments are increasing, mortgage payments occupy a growing portion of incomes and families are spending more money on debt. Continue reading

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Crushing debt doesn’t have to be a permanent condition (The Fredericksburg Free Lance-Star)

D ESPITE headlines that point to “green shoots” and other markers of economic recovery, we are all still feeling the recession’s pinch. Continue reading

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Claims of ‘Becoming Debt-Free’ Fall Flat for Consumers (ABC News)

Some Credit Solutions of America clients say debt grew under guidance. Continue reading

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Dynegy Looks To Amend Credit Agreement To Gain Flexibility (Nasdaq)

NEW YORK -(Dow Jones)- Dynegy Inc. (DYN) is approaching creditors about amending its secured credit facilities to give the power producer more flexibility around asset sales and the payment of long-term debt, a company spokesman said Wednesday. Continue reading

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From credit card debt to musical success (The Electric New Paper)

WHEN a girl is addicted to shopping, owning three credit cards certainly comes in handy. Continue reading

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Have your credit cards habits changed? (The Journal News)

Have your credit card habits changed? Consumer data show shoppers are racking up less debt on their plastic. How have your credit card habits changed Continue reading

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Credit-Card Disputes Tossed Into Disarray (WallStreet Journal via Yahoo! Finance)

Two arbitration firms will stop mediating debt disputes, which could have big implications for credit-card and cellphone companies. Continue reading

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