While the gender pay gap means that women earn 83 cents for every dollar earned by a man in the workforce, there’s one area where the trend would be reversed – fatherhood. If being a dad was a paid position, 30% of Americans believe the job is worth a six-figure salary and 12% say it …
Father’s Day: If ‘Dad’ was a Paid Position, He’d Earn Less than Mom Read More »
We all agree that motherhood is a very big job. In fact, more than 35% of Americans believe that if motherhood was a paid position, it deserves a six-figure salary. Mother’s Day is May 8, and this year Americans are expected to spend about $31.7 billion showering their moms with gifts, according to the National …
Survey: This Mother’s Day, Mom Deserves a Big Paycheck Read More »
With gas prices averaging $4.18 a gallon across the U.S. and a price hike from summer blends looming, more than 72% of Americans have already had to make some tough financial choices due to the extra expense. The past few months have been difficult. According to Gas Buddy, fuel costs jumped more than 20% in …
Survey: 72% in U.S. Suffering Due to High Gas Prices Read More »
It’s a familiar struggle. You need to make an emergency trip home to visit the family, or the car has two damaged tires that have to be replaced, or you need that perfect new pair of shoes you’ve been eyeing that just went on sale. You don’t have the cash to pay, but waiting is …
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Payday loans are a common source of quick cash for low-income borrowers in the U.S. They’re so popular that there are about 23,000 payday lenders across the country — that’s twice the number of McDonald’s restaurants in America. The loans are lucrative for payday lenders — it’s a $9 billion industry — but costly for …
Survey: 90% of Borrowers Regret Their Payday Loan Read More »
If you are overwhelmed with a large amount of payday loan debt and are wondering whether you need a lawyer to help you, read on. Should you hire a lawyer to help with payday loans? Hiring an attorney will depend on the complexity of your circumstances, how much you owe, and if you are starting …
It’s a common worry. The holidays roll around and there’s pressure to spend money you don’t have. In fact, a survey shows more than half of Americans expect to need a short-term loan to pay for their holiday celebrations. But the new year can offer a fresh financial start. Dr. Jim Burroughs, a professor at …
Budgeting Advice from the Experts — for the Holidays and Beyond Read More »
Disclaimer: DebtHammer may be affiliated with some of the companies mentioned in this article. DebtHammer may make money from advertisements, or when you contact a company through our platform. It can be scary and intimidating when the debt collector calls. Their threats are designed to make you pay them when they say things like “we …
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If you’re juggling multiple bills each month — between medical bills, title loans, credit card bills, payday loans, and others — it can be hard on your checking account. Especially if you’re short on cash and the many payments are racking up overdraft fees or late fees. It might be time to consider rolling your …
What Is an Installment Loan? Can It Help Consolidate Debt? Read More »
As many Americans suffer financially through the lingering COVID-19 pandemic, it’s a good time to be a payday lender, particularly in the South, where cities have the highest numbers of payday loan storefronts in the U.S., and residents are doing a lot of complaining to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. DebtHammer compared data from U.S. …