Do you have a mountain (or a molehill) of debt staring you in the face and want to something about it? Are you unwilling to hire a debt consolidation company to negotiate debts (good for you!) but don’t have enough confidence to handle things on your own? Many people are afraid to face off with [...]
Entries from March 19th, 2010
The 2012 Credit Apocalypse
March 18th, 2010 · 2 Comments · Consumer Info
I’m been laughing at the 2012 doomsayers for the past year. It’s just a date, I would say – what’s so special about it? Well, maybe 2012 is something to worry about after all. I just read this article in the New York Times, and I find myself being a little nervous. Apparently, there will [...]
Tags: 2012·Apocalyse·bonds·collateralized loan·credit·credit market·derivatives·New York TImes·US Government
Need Help Paying Your Taxes? The IRS Wants to Help!
March 17th, 2010 · 1 Comment · Taxes
You’ve done your taxes for 2009 and the paperwork says you owe the IRS over $1000. This is not a happy situation for anyone in normal circumstances, but what if you are unemployed to boot? The IRS recognizes that many people due to the current economic crisis might not be able to pay their tax [...]
Tags: Doug Shulman·flexibility·hardship·IRS·levy releases·Offer in Compromise·open houses·Tax Lien·Tax liens·Taxes
Save Some “Green” on St. Patricks Day!
March 16th, 2010 · No Comments · Budgeting
It is St. Patty’s day tommorrow, one of my favorite days for family or adult fun!! And you don’t have to be Irish to appreciate this special day. Here are some excellent ideas for enjoying this holiday without spending a lot of ”green”! Go to the local parade. Many major metropolitan areas hold a St. Patricks [...]
Tags: Budgeting·frugal St. Patricks day·save green St. Patricks day·save money·save money on St. Patrick's day·St. Patty's day
