BusinessWeek - Three years after defaults on U.S. subprime mortgages sparked a devastating financial crisis, lending to borrowers with less-than-perfect credit histories is making a comeback in Britain. General Electric's GE Money unit and Investec's Kensington division have started lending to customers rejected by mainstream banks. This time they say their loans are for less money and are going to clients with better credit histories than during the housing boom. And they avoid the word "subprime" to describe these borrowers, preferring the terms "complex prime" or "almost prime."
The stock market may be on a wild ride, but investors following the personal finance websites MoneyRates.com and GetRichSlowly.org show few signs of getting off any time soon. In to a poll run jointly by the two sites, 88 percent of respondents are either holding steady or increasing their stock portfolio. (PRWeb May 26, 2010)
The deVere Group is pleased to announce the upcoming launch of a mobile adaptation of the deVere Fund Platform this summer. This cutting edge technology will enable users to manage their investments at the touch of a screen on their iPad™ or iPhone®, which are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. (PRWeb May 26, 2010)
Seniors who travel overseas will need travel insurance that suits their age, health and purpose of travel. In anticipation of increased summer travel, Good Neighbor Insurance has created a segment on travel insurance for seniors that will air on Hallmark June 1st at 7:30am (6:30am CST), with reruns airing on the Hallmark Movie Channel Thursday, June 3rd at 7:30am, Sunday, June 6th at 5:30am and Monday, June 7th at 5:30am. (PRWeb Jun 1, 2010)
The growing cache of i-phones, laptops and other electronic devices carried by Australians has fuelled a surge in travellers seeking extra insurance cover, according to the country’s largest online travel insurer. (PRWeb Jun 1, 2010)
The Tarpey Group, an independent insurance agency, with offices in Fairfield, NJ, recently offered a $2500 scholarship to Keith Fitzgerald of Jefferson as part of a Special Education Week observance. (PRWeb May 30, 2010)
USI Affinity, Collegiate Insurance Resources (CIR) warned today that the confusion surrounding healthcare reform may leave many college graduates without medical coverage. According to CIR’s customer service department, many calls are coming in from new college graduates who mistakenly believe they are now covered by a national healthcare plan or believe other aspects of the healthcare reform bill began upon its approval. Some may be covered by a parent’s plan, but many are not covered at all. (PRWeb May 29, 2010)
Two new Insurance Inspectors have been recruited in Somerset by regional firm Cornish Mutual, following increased demand for specialist agricultural insurance advice. (PRWeb May 29, 2010)
America’s Health Insurance Plans (AHIP) President and CEO Karen Ignagni today released the following statement on the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ National Action Plan to Improve Health Literacy (PRWeb May 28, 2010)
The National Weather Service has issued a 2010 Hurricane Season Outlook calling for an active Atlantic Hurricane Season of between 14 and 23 named storms, while expecting 8 to 14 to become hurricanes. Travel Insured urges vacationers to insure their prepaid travel against storm-caused cancellations and lengthy delays. (PRWeb May 28, 2010)
Insurance agents and brokers can access valuable licensing and compliance information remotely with a new, one-of-a-kind Blackberry app that shows real-time license status information. (PRWeb May 27, 2010)
Fuhriman Insurance, an independent insurance agency serving Boise, Twin Falls, Magic Valley, Treasure Valley, and all of Idaho, is proud to announce the launch of its new website and digital marketing campaign. (PRWeb May 27, 2010)
O’Donovan and Associates announces the recent addition of a new staff member in support of the firm’s growing client base. Ryan Markoff serves as a Senior Account Executive whose primary focus is insurance counseling with business clients in the Harford County area. (PRWeb May 27, 2010)
All About Insurance Agency, Inc announces the launch of a new agency website at www.AllAboutIns.com. With interactive features such as on-site glossaries, maps, driving directions, and multiple forms of contact, All About Insurance Agency, Inc’s new website covers several types of insurance including Fort Worth Insurance and is designed with insurance customers in mind. (PRWeb May 26, 2010)
RAMS Home Loans today announced it is proud to be recognised once again as Money magazine’s Non-Bank Lender of the Year in the 2010 Australian Consumer Finance Awards. (PRWeb Jun 1, 2010)
American Century Investments announces that investment veteran Rich Weiss has joind the firm as SVP and senior portfolio manager of asset allocation portfolios. (PRWeb May 29, 2010)
Principle First receives strong demand for Venture Capital Trust investments following proposed positive changes in VCT legislation which were announced in this year's budget (PRWeb May 28, 2010)
The rate at which borrowers are defaulting on their student loans continues to rise. With more and more students defaulting on their student loans, EducationGrant.com wants to clarify what can happen to you. If you default on your student loans - meaning that you are more than 270 days delinquent on your loan repayments - there are serious consequences! (PRWeb Jun 1, 2010)
In this time of economic uncertainty, it is more important than ever to ensure your investments are secure. Too often, entire trading accounts can be wiped out by one trade gone wrong. For this reason, proper money management techniques are key. InvestTechFX experts offer money management advise for the current market. www.investtechfx.com (PRWeb May 30, 2010)
American Century Investments announces that investment veteran Rich Weiss has joind the firm as SVP and senior portfolio manager of asset allocation portfolios. (PRWeb May 29, 2010)
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