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 ...

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Nicole Fox, ANTM Winner | Top 6 Interesting Facts

Nicole Fox, Cycle 13 winner Image from Wikimedia Commons. By now, most of you know that the "America's Next Top Model" Cycle 13 winner was Nicole Fox. But what or who else is she? Does she get payday loans in Tampa with no fax? I've compiled some information about Nicole Fox from various sources so we can ...

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Why Can’t I Buy an iPhone in New York City Online?

Take a walk if you want an iPhone in NYC IPhone image from Flickr. The Wall Street Journal has reported that online sales of iPhones in New York City have been halted. People who live in New York City can still purchase an iPhone from an AT&T store or an Apple store, but as of right ...

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Podcast 36: Being Financially Scure in Today’s Economy, Jane Bryant Quinn

Today’s episode of the Consumerism Commentary Podcast features Jany Bryant Quinn, author of Making the Most of Your Money Now: The Classic Bestseller Completely Revised for the New Economy. The book will be released this Tuesday, December 29, 2009 and here is a review. Tom Dziubek, Flexo, and Jane Bryant Quinn discuss the author’s revisions ...

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Choosing Your Next Credit Card

Choosing a Credit Card Despite the current economic climate and the ongoing credit crunch, there are still plenty of credit cards out there to apply for. Let’s talk about the best way to choose your next credit card. Interest Rates Certain perks, such as airline miles or cash-back rewards, are nice, but the interest rate you’ll be charged ...

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