Jan 4, 2014 by Amanda AlixDisaster Looms if Congress Fails to Renew Jobless BenefitsMore than 1 million U.S. citizens lost their extended unemployment benefits last weekend. What happens if Congress doesn’t reinstate the program?
Jan 3, 2014 by Amanda AlixBig Banks Get Frisky With a Little Help From Bank of AmericaThe Dow looks spunky this morning, and banks seem to be getting a lift from Bank of America’s new year momentum.
Jan 2, 2014 by Amanda AlixNew Year Rings Hollow for the DowThe Dow closed 2013 with a bang, but starts the new year with a whimper.
Dec 31, 2013 by Amanda AlixThe Dow is Poised to Exit 2013 Like a LionOn the last day of the year, the Dow is in a celebratory mood.
Dec 30, 2013 by Amanda AlixDow Brightens as JPMorgan's Hiring Tactics Make NewsThe Dow Jones Industrial Average is in the green as the year winds down, as big banks sulk
Dec 29, 2013 by Amanda AlixIs the "Made in America" Campaign Really Bringing Jobs Home?Reshoring initiatives and the “Made in the U.S.A.” drive promise more jobs, but do they deliver?
Dec 28, 2013 by Amanda AlixBank of America Is Slamming Branch Doors But Still Listening to Customers. How Can That Be?Bank of America is using its branch network to increase sales -- and customer satisfaction.
Dec 28, 2013 by Amanda Alix4 Colleges That Boast Super-High Graduation RatesThese colleges launch graduates within the four-year timeframe -- and are great educational values, to boot.
Dec 28, 2013 by Amanda Alix2 Reasons It Will Be Tougher to Get a Mortgage in 2014Changes in mortgage rules and the tapering of the Fed’s easy money program will make home loans less attainable next year.
Dec 23, 2013 by Amanda AlixJPMorgan Chase Is the Only Bank to Meet Target Breach Head-OnJPMorgan puts limits on what debit cardholders can withdraw per day.
Dec 22, 2013 by Amanda AlixHere's 1 Big Reason College Costs So MuchA recent survey shows that the salaries of private college and university presidents are rising right along with tuition and fees.
Dec 22, 2013 by Amanda AlixDon't Bet on a Dividend From Bank of America Any Time SoonThe Federal Reserve announced changes to the 2014 bank stress tests that will squelch any chance of a meaningful dividend from Bank of America.
Dec 21, 2013 by Amanda Alix3 States Offering High-Paying Green JobsWith their emphasis on green technology, these states offer a wide variety of well-paid employment opportunities.
Dec 20, 2013 by Amanda AlixAn Expansive Economy Inflates the DowMarkets are flying high on news that third-quarter GDP growth soared.
Dec 19, 2013 by Amanda AlixGreat and Glorious News for mREITsFederal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke’s announcement holds glad tidings for the bruised mortgage REIT sector.
Dec 19, 2013 by Amanda AlixFed-Induced Bloom Fades at the DowSome less-than-stellar economic news has pushed the Dow off of its high.
Dec 17, 2013 by Amanda AlixMassive Dividend Cut Sparks Panic Among Mortgage REITsAre the days of fantastic returns from mREITs over for good?
Dec 16, 2013 by Amanda AlixThe Sky’s the Limit Today for the DowShiny economic news boosts the Dow ahead of the Federal Reserve’s December meeting.
Dec 15, 2013 by Amanda Alix4 Great Colleges That (Still) Provide Free TuitionAs student loans continue to burden graduates, these colleges can provide high-quality relief from debt.
Dec 15, 2013 by Amanda AlixBank of America: The End Is NearRecent settlements move Bank of America closer to ending the legacy loan problem -- but there are a few big issues still outstanding.
