News

Obama holds health care summit and HHS does as well

Obama holds meeting with Congress about health care President Obama has initiated a health care summit with Democrats and Republicans from Congress at the Blair House in order to create a bipartisan consensus on what is supposed to be done about health care reform.  Some Republicans have been receptive, others combative.  Thus far, two issues seem ...

Click here to read complete article.

Chase Business Checking Coupon: $100 Bonus

Chase has an online coupon for a $100 cash bonus for people opening a new Chase Free Business Checking account with a least $500. Offers expires 3/15/10. Thanks to reader Tom. Selected fine print below: Offer valid 2/1/10- 3/15/10. To qualify for this offer, open a Chase BusinessClassicSM Checking, BusinessClassicSM Checking ...

Click here to read complete article.

Fidelity Offers Free Commissions on iShares ETFs

In addition to their new $7.95 per trade price structure, Fidelity is also waiving commissions completely for 25 iShares ETFs. This appears to be a partnership where iShares partially compensates Fidelity themselves for promoting their ETFs. Fidelity receives compensation from the ETF sponsor and/or its affiliates in connection with a marketing program that includes promotion ...

Click here to read complete article.

Cafeteria Credit Unions Teach Students Money Skills

The recession has revealed how clueless many Americans are when it comes to personal finance. Some credit unions and educators hope establishing in-school branches will help students develop saving habits and general fiscal responsibility.» E-Mail This     » Add to Del.icio.us Read more about Cafeteria Credit Unions Teach Students Money Skills...

Click here to read complete article.

Debt Collector: Tough Job But Someone’s Got To Do It

As more people struggle to pay their credit card bills, one segment of the economy is booming: debt collection. It's not an easy task. Most people John Goebel calls are angry, some are apathetic, and a few break down in tears.» E-Mail This     » Add to Del.icio.us Read more about Debt Collector: Tough Job But Someone's ...

Click here to read complete article.