Wednesday, March 26, 2008

new loan blog



I'm in the market for a new house, so I've been looking around for some info and tips about applying for, and getting a home loan. I found this blog that has a ton of info on the topic. Take a look!

Wednesday, March 5, 2008

Have Publishers Lost Their Mojo?



Publishers of fake memoir say they checked the story out but were still duped.

Bernanke Floats Home Debt Reductions



The Fed chairman says more can be done by lenders to prevent foreclosures.

Facebook Raids Google for New COO



Facebook's new hire marks a coup for the young company.

Is Your Gift Card Suddenly Worthless?



Gift cards can lose all value when retailers file for bankruptcy protection.

Big Auto Sales Drops for the Big Three



GM, Ford and Chrysler all report sales declines for February.

Cowabunga! They're Burning Books Online



At Abunga.com, buyers ban their own books, impressing marketing experts.

Tuesday, March 4, 2008

U.S. Still the 'Mecca' of Music Industry



Michael Buble, Amy Winehouse and Nickelback took the U.S. by storm in 2007.

Did a Scandal Cost Boeing the $40B Bid?



A 4-year-old scandal may have scuttled Boeing's bid for an Air Force contract.

Deal May Protect New Home Buyers



The N.Y. Attorney General has reached an agreement with Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac.

Buffett Speaks: U.S. Is in a Recession



Warren Buffett says retailers are showing a significant slowdown in purchases.

Want a Higher Salary? Live Here



Learn about the places that will give you the best shot at getting ahead.

As Economy Worsens, Restaurants Suffer



Starbucks, Applebee's and The Cheesecake Factory are feeling the pinch.

Monday, March 3, 2008

Micro-Brew Beers Gain Popularity



New craft beers add a splash of citrus, vanilla, berry or other flavorings.

Airport Security To Be Easier for Families?



TSA tests 'family' and 'expert' lines for security in two U.S. airports.

Asian Markets Tumble Amid Recession Fears



Japan's benchmark Nikkei 225 index plunged 4.5 percent.

What U.S. Workers Need: A Pillow



American workers need about 40 more minutes a sleep each day.

Get the Lowdown on the 401(k) Debit Card



Why you should be wary about borrowing against your 401(k).

Dreading the Gas Station? Get Used to It



For a variety of reasons, $4 gas could become a familiar sight.

Sunday, March 2, 2008

Dreading the Gas Station? Get Used To It



For a variety of reasons, $4 gas could become a familiar sight.

Homeless Men Find Shelter in Book Club



A Cleveland outreach nurse says there's camaraderie and escape in discussion.

For Sale: A Perfect Night's Sleep



Hotels offer elaborate sleep menus with custom pillows, mattresses and more.

Stocks Fall Sharply on Economic Worries



Stocks Fall As Economic Reports, Disappointing Quarterly Reports Stir Concerns About Economy

Could You Walk Away From Your Mortgage?



New services seek to help homeowners who entered 'creative financing' mortgages.

Saturday, March 1, 2008

Trading Scandal Hits U.S.



MF Global Ltd. blames Memphis employee for $141M losses in wheat trades.

America's Rogue 'French' Trader



Friends say the trader at the center of a $141M scandal is a smart, kind man.

Paulson: Get Rid of the Penny



The Treasury secretary is not a big fan of the one-cent coin.

Get Money Back From Your Credit Card



You may qualify for a check for excessive foreign-transaction fees.

Nice Shoes. Can I Have a Raise?



Forget empty compliments -- here's how to kiss up to your boss the right way.

Consumer Spending Stalls in January



Looming recession discourages Americans from spending.