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Your network is equal to your net worth: Soon, Facebook can approve loans based on your friends' credit scores

Facebook patented a social network system that will filter searches, spam and will grant service providers like lenders to approve your loan application through your Facebook friends' credit scores.

Aug 05, 2015 11:00 AM EDT


Citibank Under Investigation: CFPB Probes Student Loan Services

Citibank admits being under investigation for student loan practices. CFPB refuses to comment regarding the investigation.

Aug 06, 2015 12:00 AM EDT


Look forward to your retirement: Some tips on how to retire smarter

Retirement can be a dreaded time for some but with smart decisions, it can be a relaxing time to look back on your life and simply enjoy.

Aug 05, 2015 10:52 AM EDT


Americans saving more, but not for retirement

Americans are saving more today. But instead of saving for retirement, an average household is setting aside money for unexpected expenses, according to a recent study.

Jul 30, 2015 10:57 PM EDT


Not a quick fix: A raise in fast-food hourly wages to $15 leads to 4% increase of product prices- study

According to a study, a 4% increase of fast-food prices is the consequence of a $15 per hour minimum wage increase, while others imply that restaurant closures could be the end result.

Jul 29, 2015 11:55 PM EDT


The trinity of Content Marketing and why they are important in your business

Useful contents and social media with search techniques are the three most important factors that builds a successful start-up according to experts.

Jul 29, 2015 10:59 PM EDT


CFPB fines Citibank for illegal credit card practices

Citigroup's consumer bank to pay $700mn to consumers and $70mn to US govt

Jul 28, 2015 06:51 AM EDT


Mutual funds and ETFs are dancing to the tune of Apple's stock

Apple stock's latest drop after results is pulling funds, ETFs lower; Apple with its largest market capitalization is significantly influencing funds, indices

Jul 27, 2015 09:47 AM EDT


Study reveals the U.S. Pension System is short by $1 Trillion

Some US states could potentially suffer Greece's fate due to pension liabilities. Is it too late for an action?

Jul 16, 2015 02:15 AM EDT


Brooklyn Law School to reimburse 15% of the tuition for unemployed graduates

Brooklyn Law School will give 15 percent of the total tuition fee back to graduates who haven’t found a meaningful job 9 months after graduating.

Jul 15, 2015 02:56 AM EDT


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