7/22/2008

Credit Repair Myths Exposed 1#

If you've done any searching on the Internet for information
pertaining to Credit Repair, you've no doubt found that
there's a great deal available. Unfortunately, there's also
a lot of misinformation as well.

Let's take a look at some of the most common misstatements
you'll come across and examine them in detail.

MYTH #1 Credit repair doesn't work!

While it's true that credit repair is more art than
science that's not to say it doesn't work. If you
undertake to repair your bad credit score, there's never any
guarantee you can restore it to perfect status. But
sometimes you can, and in almost every case you can at least
affect some improvement in your credit score, and often
major improvement at that!

First of all, credit reports for the most part are filled
with errors. While there seems to be no general agreement,
it's estimated that anywhere from 1/3 (Attorney General of
NY) to as many as 90% (Charles Givens Organization) of
credit reports contain errors.

Removal of erroneous negative information alone will go a
great way toward improving your credit score. But there's
more to the story, which brings us to myth #2.

7/07/2008

Surety Bond Benefits

Bonds play a major role in todays market. Bonds become more essential in construction industry for completion of their construction projects. Underwriting bonds involve great risk. But the surety company will write these bonds for the benefit of their customers. If bonds have been underwritten, it has following benefits.

The obligee gets a guaranteed performance of the contract from the principal and the surety.
These bonds enforce the contractor to complete the contract with in the stipulated time and contract money.
This bond guarantees the payment from the obligee to the contractor and from the principal to the subcontractor.
This bond ensures that the supplier will furnish the material and labor to the principal as signed in the contract.
In default of the contract, the obligee can sue the principal i.e. the obligator and the also the surety.

7/05/2008

Signs of a Payday Loan Shark

The Lender is Too Vague in Answering Your Questions.

You should be able to ask questions and gain a better understanding of how the loan process will work. Some lenders dont like to answer questions or theyll beat around the bush when they provide your answers. With these payday loan lenders, you may find yourself more confused than when you first arrived.


They Charge a High Interest Rate and Additional Fees.

The bottom line is that this is how payday loan lenders make their money. They do, however, have a choice of what fee rate to attach to the loans they provide. Some unsavory lenders will charge the maximum loan rate allowed by law. They also tend to nickel and dime you with application fees, deposit fees, and/or processing fees.

The Lender is a Private Lender.

Many people have been scammed into getting payday loans through private lenders. These lenders often make it appear more attractive by telling you they can do things other lenders cannot. Certain types of loans are governed by different laws, so its important to find out the type of loan these private lenders are actually offering and what rules apply in terms of fees, repayment, and default.

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3/08/2008

Car Insurance Keystones

Decisions concerning car insurance should be made based on a thorough study of related key points. Not only the price of the insurance policy is worth of your attention. A whole series of issues like your insurer�s credibility and insurance terms of other companies should be carefully analyzed.

But let�s get started with a question of people who are unclear whether they really need to buy car insurance or not? The question is: why should I buy car insurance? No doubt, only a small number of people would ask such a question, nevertheless, it�d be interesting for anyone to find out the answer.

There are two reasons at least to buy auto insurance. The first one is that almost every state has regulations that require car drivers to buy insurance for their vehicles. So, if you haven�t yet than you are breaking the rules, which may lead to serious legal problems.

The second reason is that if you get involved in a car accident that is your fault, you would most likely have to pay all expenses for the caused damage. And this may be several thousands dollars worth! In addition, you may be claimed for medical expenses, which may lead you to a bankruptcy.

Now that the question �to be or not to be� for car insurance has been answered, let�s find out more about what type of insurance policy you should buy, what type of insurance company you should deal with and how to get the best possible deal.

Over the last years the Internet has become a popular mean of shopping for car insurance. The whole process of getting insurance quotes takes a few minutes. The benefits are obvious: customers save their precious time and insurance companies save on labor costs and paper expenses. In addition, insurance companies offer discounts to online customers, making the Internet more attractive for prospects looking for an insurance deal.

If you want to get the best deal, spend some time in front of your desktop�s (or laptop�s) monitor. It means you have to do a little research and get quotes from several insurers and compare them. Some companies offer seasonal or other types of discounts, so you�ll be easily able to figure out the lowest price.

However, the price shouldn�t be the main guiding line for you. Pay attention to a company�s credibility history. Old market players are generally more trustworthy then new insurers. Check out independent web resources to find out whether the company is the one you need. People love to share their experience through the web, so you may consider visiting some topic specific online forums.

And the last, but not least: what type of insurance policy you should buy? The answer lies in your intentions. If you don�t wish to spend much on insurance than consider buying basic insurance package. On the other hand, customers wishing to get a full coverage can buy more expensive insurance plans.

Buying car insurance isn�t an easy task. That�s why you should take every step carefully, because you are fully responsible for you decisions.

Car Insurance Keystones

Decisions concerning car insurance should be made based on a thorough study of related key points. Not only the price of the insurance policy is worth of your attention. A whole series of issues like your insurer�s credibility and insurance terms of other companies should be carefully analyzed.

But let�s get started with a question of people who are unclear whether they really need to buy car insurance or not? The question is: why should I buy car insurance? No doubt, only a small number of people would ask such a question, nevertheless, it�d be interesting for anyone to find out the answer.

There are two reasons at least to buy auto insurance. The first one is that almost every state has regulations that require car drivers to buy insurance for their vehicles. So, if you haven�t yet than you are breaking the rules, which may lead to serious legal problems.

The second reason is that if you get involved in a car accident that is your fault, you would most likely have to pay all expenses for the caused damage. And this may be several thousands dollars worth! In addition, you may be claimed for medical expenses, which may lead you to a bankruptcy.

Now that the question �to be or not to be� for car insurance has been answered, let�s find out more about what type of insurance policy you should buy, what type of insurance company you should deal with and how to get the best possible deal.

Over the last years the Internet has become a popular mean of shopping for car insurance. The whole process of getting insurance quotes takes a few minutes. The benefits are obvious: customers save their precious time and insurance companies save on labor costs and paper expenses. In addition, insurance companies offer discounts to online customers, making the Internet more attractive for prospects looking for an insurance deal.

If you want to get the best deal, spend some time in front of your desktop�s (or laptop�s) monitor. It means you have to do a little research and get quotes from several insurers and compare them. Some companies offer seasonal or other types of discounts, so you�ll be easily able to figure out the lowest price.

However, the price shouldn�t be the main guiding line for you. Pay attention to a company�s credibility history. Old market players are generally more trustworthy then new insurers. Check out independent web resources to find out whether the company is the one you need. People love to share their experience through the web, so you may consider visiting some topic specific online forums.

And the last, but not least: what type of insurance policy you should buy? The answer lies in your intentions. If you don�t wish to spend much on insurance than consider buying basic insurance package. On the other hand, customers wishing to get a full coverage can buy more expensive insurance plans.

Buying car insurance isn�t an easy task. That�s why you should take every step carefully, because you are fully responsible for you decisions.

Thinking of taking out a loan for a holiday?

Going on holiday is something that we all love to do � getting away from the stress and hassles of everyday life can be rejuvenating and exciting. However, there is also cost involved when it comes to going on holiday and not everyone has savings or disposable income to spend on their holidays. Many people decide to therefore take out a holiday loan in order to fund their time away, and this can be an effective way to fund your holiday providing you bear a few things in mind.

- Make sure that you compare a range of loans from a variety of lenders so that you find the best interest rates and terms. This will make your borrowing more affordable, and will enable you to enjoy lower repayments and lower overall costs for taking out the loan.

- Before you take out a holiday loan make sure that you can comfortably afford the repayments, as the last thing you want is to have a couple of wonderful weeks away and then spend the rest of the year struggling to repay your debts, bills, and mortgage because you have overstretched your finances.

- Aim to repay the loan within twelve months, particularly if you like to take a holiday every year. If you stretch it out longer than this you will find that by the time your next holiday comes around you are still paying the price for the first one, and if then top up the loan for another holiday your debts could quickly spiral out of control.

- Only take out what you can afford by way of a loan. If that means that you can't had off to the Maldives for two weeks then don�t worry, there are plenty of cheaper places to go where you can also relax and have fun, both in and outside of the UK.

- Make sure that you take out enough by way of a loan. When you are working out how much to borrow you need to remember to account for spending money, purchase of clothes and toiletries before your holiday, etc. If you only take out enough to cover the flight and hotel you may find that you fall short of the finance that you need to cover the whole cost of the holiday.

Can't Afford to Get Sick

The stories are heartbreaking. Doctors find themselves stuck in a dilemma between treating patients with inadequate or no medical coverage and deciding to not treat them at all. Insurance companies are posting huge losses in the medical industry as treatments become increasingly costlier. Employer�s find themselves taking on more costs as health insurance premiums rise in this cycle. While all this is going on, more consumers are caught in the middle of this war accumulating debt for medical expenses.

More and more, people are finding that health insurance coverage is just not adequate for major medical treatments. People who are driven into debt from medical expenses typically have some type of health care coverage. With the average household paying 10% or more towards medical expenses, individuals and families alike are feeling the pinch. A recent study showed that there is a general feeling that health care is mostly or completely unaffordable. People have put off or even refused treatments, prescriptions, routine check-ups and even surgery as they consider the costs of being able to afford such treatments.

Is there an answer? As the government, insurance companies, doctors, and hospitals seek a solution to this escalating problem, people will still have to find their own ways to manage medical expenses. They will have to develop a system that gives them more control over costs, providers and treatments and that means getting more involved in their health care management process.

Manage your medical spending. Being clueless about the costs of medical care has to be a thing of the past. People will need to be better informed about which treatments and prescriptive drugs are necessary more than ever before. As new developments like health savings accounts (HSAs) arise, consumers will find themselves having to manage their medical expenses by default. Also, medical expense manager software programs are being developed that help to track expenses as well as take advantage of tax benefits.

Start focusing on prevention. Proper nutrition and exercise, combined with routine check-ups can prevent a multitude of ailments or at least prevent them from getting worse. Smoking cessation programs or weight loss management groups are becoming increasingly popular as society in general takes a more active role in dealing with their health issues. A healthy lifestyle promotes better health and reduces overall medical expense costs in the long run.

Can you really afford to get sick? The question should be, �what can you do to manage costs once you get sick?� Preparing for the costs of medical expenses begins way before you even take your first trip to the doctor. The truth is that everyone has a part to play in managing their health care costs. As the government, insurance companies, and physicians are looking at ways to make medical expenses more affordable, people will have to learn to take a proactive approach to dealing with medical care.

Jack Morgan, First Choice Insurance Agency, is an experienced and licensed health and life insurance agent in both Arizona and Oregon and a member of the Better Business Bureau and the Beaverton Area Chamber of Commerce. Visit his website at http://www.fcinsuranceagency.com or if in Oregon or Arizona phone him toll free: 866-231-0038.

2/05/2008

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2/03/2008

Are You Credit Worthy?

Credit History: Every time you pay a bill, this action is tracked by a credit bureau. They note whether it was paid on time, whether the minimum payment was made, as well as the total amount of debt you have accumulated. The effectiveness of your ability to pay this bill results in a credit or FICO score between 300 and 850.?

Income: A lender will look at? your income, how long you've been doing your job, if you bounce from job to job and how long you've been working in your particular profession. All of these criteria go toward creating a profile of stability and ability to pay the debt. They compare your income to the cost of your mortgage, credit card bills, car payment or any other outstanding debts and use this figure to create a debt-to-income ratio. Generally this number is kept under 36 percent.

Loan to value ratio (LTV):? This is the difference between what you owe on your house and what it's actually worth; for instance if your home is worth $100,000 and you have an outstanding balance of $80,000, your loan to value ratio is 80 percent. Lenders usually keep this total at about 80 percent or less.

How to Reduce Auto Loan Rates

To start with, make sure that you state out every detail and feature clearly when taking a loan. It is very important, because this step will enable you to lower the chance of your chosen company or bank, charging you high rates. Make all details accessible for them, so that not to leave them any single item to qualify for a discount.

Another way is changing your loan. You can shop around and compare auto loan rates offered by different companies. If the other company offers better premiums, then you can refinance your loan, as refinancing is the best way for those willing to reduce the monthly payments. Lower interest rates will save you a significant amount of money.

To reduce your auto loan rates and charges, it is important to arrange your loan payments just on time. It must be a really effective way for reducing your rates, if you begin paying half of your monthly amount bi weekly. This way you will find that, you covered the whole year?s payments in 11 months; this method will sufficiently decrease your loan amount and interests.

Another way to reduce your interest payments is to pay off a larger amount of your payments straight away. Even the smallest additional payment will make a big deal in reducing your loan rates. The larger amount you will pay immediately, the sooner you will pay off your loan and the more money you will save.


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