finance

Rising Drug Costs: Myth or Reality?

by edralyn January 9, 2013 Finance

The cost of prescription drugs seems to be on a never-ending climb. Newspaper articles commonly discuss the plights of patients who need life-saving drugs but opt not to take them because of the extra expense. In this erratic economy, many people struggle to put food on the table, let alone pay for the drugs to […]

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The Biggest Advantages of a Good Driving Record

by edralyn November 1, 2012 Finance

Accidents can happen to anyone, but it’s hard to argue that there are some people who are simply good drivers. This has to do with more than just avoiding collisions. A good driver obeys the law, watches the speed limit, and always pays attention to their surroundings. If you have good driving habits, chances are […]

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Bankruptcy Counseling

by Ingrid Kinsella September 21, 2012 Banking and Finance Law

Over the last several decades, incurring debt and spending more money than you have has become an unfortunate American tradition. People start off putting items on their credit cards and suddenly, a few years down the line they have spent tens or hundreds of thousands of dollars that they cannot pay back. Add car loans, […]

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Black Mark for Banks – Gold Star for Red Star

by jamiek September 11, 2012 PPI Claims

There are billions of pounds out there waiting to be handed over and Red Star Financial Management is here to help you get your hands on it. British banks have been hammered for holding on to compensation they have set aside for the payment protection insurance (PPI) scandal. And claim handlers like Red Star have […]

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Understanding Debt Consolidation

by Five Fantastic Lawyers™ August 5, 2012 Finance

Debt has become an inevitable part of modern life. For most individuals, a significant amount of earned income is dedicated to repayment of loans in an effort to get debt-free as soon as possible. Many people are more than willing to take a hit on their quality of life in order to ensure that all […]

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HMRC Disgrace Tax Avoiders in Government Crack Down

by Five Fantastic Lawyers™ August 3, 2012 Tax Law

After rows over Jimmy Carr’s yearly £3.3million tax avoidance, the HMRC has promised to come down hard on tax avoiders. The Government is giving them new authority to establish a list of all offenders, in the hope that shaming these individuals will dissuade them from continuing their legal, but morally questionable, practices. Jimmy Carr Stand-up […]

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Understanding The Greek Bailout

by Five Fantastic Lawyers™ June 26, 2012 Banking and Finance Law

The Greece bailout situation is one of the most significant news stories of recent weeks and has dominated the headlines of newspapers and TV broadcasters alike. This article will highlight – in a simplistic manner – the cause of Greece’s debt, the knock-on effect for other European countries and the possible solution to the crisis. The Cause Of Greece’s Debt Greece’s precarious situation can be pinned back to 2001 when they deceptively joined the EMU (Economical and Monetary Union) by downplaying their levels of debt in order to pass the obligatory requirements of the group. Once Greece became a part of the group, they acquired the ability to borrow […]

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Managing the finances of a law firm: Donns collapsed owing £2.4m to Co-op Bank

by Ralli May 22, 2012 Banking and Finance Law

Managing the finances of a law firm, especially in the current climate, is very demanding – but of course I would say that. However, what went so wrong here? A well respected firm in a fine city, operating in a buoyant market too. And financed by that most prudent of banks, Co-op. The clue is […]

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