Regression analysis of a statistical sampling of loans in the Washington, D.C., area returned disturbing results. The patterns that emerged are similar to national trends
Talking about money is taboo and causes most Americans a great deal of angst, especially when it comes to salary negotiations. When it’s time to
With information and technology torpedoing along at mach speed in the 21st century most people believe they need at least an undergraduate degree just to
We’re either in a recession or we’re on our way out. Whatever the case, money is tight. With that said, any way possible to save
These days, when people get laid off, more often than not, it’s permanent. Workers who are laid off, fail to find a similar employment in
Career coaches and credit experts both confirm our worst fears: your credit score and credit history will definitely impact your ability to get the next
Basketball legend Earvin “Magic” Johnson doesn’t hand out assists anymore, but he is handing out assistance — as in helping urbanites find jobs. The Hall
What are the extenuating factors that go into making a corporation a good one for blacks to work at? Which companies make blacks feel they
Debit cards have become the currency of choice in America today. It enables users to conduct a wide variety of financial transactions without carrying lots
The deadline for paying Uncle Sam is looming and people around the country are still trying to find a cheap or free way to file
You’ve heard about it for months now and the time has finally come: credit cards as you knew them will never be the same. President
When the economy is bad for mainstream America, it is horrible for the black community. In places like New York City, unemployment stands at 50
While getting into debt can be a horrifically costly experience, getting out of it has some pitfalls too. All of you newly reformed buyers and
According to a comprehensive BET survey of the African American community that was recently released, African Americans in 2008 experienced a 10 percent increase in
With the 2010 tax season in full swing, RushCard announced today that the “Lunch with Russell” tax season sweepstakes, now in its second year, will
At a time when the unemployment rate at 10.2 percent in metro Atlanta is higher than the national average, the calvary has arrived. The US
If you’ve ever wondered how rich black people stay rich, it could be that they live on a budget. You may not know this, but
The great thing about the New Year is it offers the opportunity for a fresh start. Gaining control of your finances is hard work, but
The death of 4-year-old Marquel Peters on New Year’s Eve was more than disturbing. The young boy was killed by a stray bullet while sitting
If you’re looking to spend some time with the one you love, but your cash is running low, don’t worry, you can have a romantic
