December, 2009
Recessions also Hurt Charities
Charities in the US
In the US there are over 1.2 million charities and nonprofits trying to reach their goals this year. Unfortunately, due to the recession many are predicted to fall short. Around 93% of nonprofits anticipate declining charitable donations. According to The Bridgespan Group, a consulting organization for nonprofits, not only is funding from ...
Flexo’s Goals and Resolutions for 2010
Although I’ve been tracking my finances publicly on Consumerism Commentary since 2003, this is only the fourth year I’ve outlined specific financial goals for the new year. The next year is a bit of a mystery for me. I feel like some changes are necessary, particularly in my day job. Although I have some big ...
Understanding Insurance Can Help Consumers Find Debt Relief
Understanding Insurance Can Help Consumers Find Debt Relief
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Savings and car insurance
Knowing how an industry works can help consumers save and, in turn, find debt relief sooner. The insurance industry is one area where there are substantial savings to be found if people understand how to work the system to their advantage. Here are ...
Brazil: The New Land of Opportunity?
(Over Kind Man)
At first glance, it might seem old hat to anoint Brazil as the land of new opportunity. Long characterized by crime and corruption, Brazil has historically fallen short of its moniker as “the country of the future.” However, data has emerged in recent years suggesting that Brazil’s economic forecast is brighter than most ...
It Could Take Short Term Loans to Pay Off This Credit Card
The lending industry is changing
An interest rate of 79.9%? Can you be serious?
First Premiere Bank is offering a credit card with so high an interest rate, that it could take short term loans to pay it off. If you have heard of the tactics credit issues used at the height of the recession, then ...
