Posted 23 Jan 2009
7 Steps to Build Your Business Credit Profile

The credit crunch has hit America. Businesses need capital to continue to operate. Wise Startup Blog has put together 7 steps to building and maintaining your business credit.

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Posted 3 Aug 2009

To Whom It May Concern:
We am writing this letter to explain my saddening set of circumstances that have caused us to become delinquent on our mortgage. Collectively have done everything in our power to make ends meet but unfortunately we have need your help and would like you to consider working with us to get a loan modification. Our number one hope is to keep our home and we would really appreciate the chance to protect our family.
The main reason that caused us to be late is we got sick. …


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Posted 3 Aug 2009

When you stand in need of money, you usually stand in sore need. Being unable to pay for something usually comes suddenly, in case of unexpected, unplanned situations. What you do in such situation is to apply for an instant loan. The fastest way to obtain a loan would be applying online, of course, so do a little research on the most reliable online lenders and the best offers they have, and apply for a loan online. All you need to do is filling out an application form and emailing …


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Posted 31 Jul 2009

Requirements for bankruptcy
When people hear the word bankruptcy they get scared. It’s not a miracle, because bankruptcy is a cruel end for debt but also for credit report. Despite of its bad reputation, bankruptcy is used by people who have serious debt problems.
Bankruptcy can happen if you lose your job for example. The impossibility of paying the debts requires this solution. It’s true that using bankruptcy you can get out of debt, but you will not be able to take any kind of loans for a long time. There are …


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Posted 16 Jul 2009

Loan modification is the process by which you can get your current mortgage terms modified so that you become current with your payments again. In order to avail loan modification, you have to prove that you are facing financial hardship.


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Posted 19 Feb 2009
The Best Stimulus Cash Breaks For Consumers

For those of us looking to get the most out of the stimulus bill, we’ve put together the best of the stimulus plan and how you can cash in on the savings available to everyone.


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Posted 4 Feb 2009
How Is a Ponzi Scheme Different Than Insurance?

If you think about it, a Ponzi scheme is pretty similar to insurance. Both require you to pay into this mysterious vault, both only offer payouts under strict conditions, and both, given a lack of liquidity, can have their reserves completely erased, and the enterprise go up in smoke.
This was an interesting note following the Madoff whistleblower testifying in Congress today.

So what can we do to protect ourselves from the Bernie Madoffs?
First of all, don’t invest in anything you don’t understand. That applies to investing in startups that you have …


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Posted 4 Feb 2009
How a Ponzi Scheme Works

With all of the stories about Bernard Madoff and his $50 billion Ponzi scheme, I thought it would be interesting to learn exactly how a Ponzi scheme operates.

A Ponzi Scheme Explained


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Posted 30 Jan 2009
How To Process Your Own Loan Modification

It’s a little known fact that homeowners who need a loan modification can complete the process themselves, without hiring an agency or financial professional.
All of the paperwork, and documentation can be obtained from the FDIC.gov and other related websites. We’ve put together a quick and dirty list of steps you need to take to process your own loan modification application.
Be warned, however, this is a complex legal process, and just as you would hire an attorney to defend you in court, a loan modification specialist provides you the same advantages.

How …


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Posted 30 Jan 2009

Straight from the mouth of Congress, John Conyers believes loan modifications can stop the foreclosure crisis, and he’s right.
In 2009, Conyers introduced the Helping Families Save Their Homes In Bankruptcy Act of 2009 to give courts the power to modify mortgages to bring them in line with underlying home values. For families in distress, this is a much-needed reform. And considering the realistic alternatives, it is fair to all concerned.
Loan Modification Bill Needed To Stop Foreclosures


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Posted 23 Jan 2009

When you’re planning to retire at 30, you need to have as much information available at your fingertips as possible. So it’s in your best interest to read all of the top financial blogs on a daily basis to stay up to date on all of the best financial tips, tricks, and strategies.
I want to share with you my favorite financial blogs, and the sites that are on my daily reading list. Please let me know if you’d like your blog added to this list.


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Posted 23 Jan 2009
7 Steps to Build Your Business Credit Profile

The credit crunch has hit America. Businesses need capital to continue to operate. Wise Startup Blog has put together 7 steps to building and maintaining your business credit.


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Posted 23 Jan 2009
The Best $30 Gift For Anyone In Your Life

An interesting statistic I read recently is that a 5 minute sprint is equivalent to 30 minutes of jogging, and these workouts are a testament to that.
So a lot of you have unwrapped your Christmas gifts, and now are finally looking back on the Christmas of 2008. With the economy taking a dive, everyone was spending less money on gifts this year, but I think I’ve found a great, inexpensive gift that will surely last me well into the future.
We’ve all seen the commercials, and laughed at them as we …


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