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Congress Debt Talks Fall Short Again
The debt talks Congress has held as a result of the failure to meet the debt ceiling deadline over the summer have failed at their intended purpose of creating a deficit agreement. Lawmakers have reached a standstill and much of the talks have devolved into partisan bickering. If the talks don’t change direction by the deadline on November 21, this will result in over $1 trillion in cuts to many social programs and military spending.
This is not the first time government leaders have had problems cooperating to come up with solutions to the nation’s debt crisis. The talks between President Barack Obama and Speaker John Boehner fizzled out with no lasting solution for the American people. And the Bipartisan Deficit Commission, formed earlier this year, also made insignificant progress towards the goal of saving America’s financial future. Just using the previous year as an example, it should be clear to many Americans that their government does not have a proven track record of cooperation towards the greater good. Instead, many Americans may feel let down by their government leaders, who just don’t seem to be able to see eye to eye.
Things tend to be much simpler for individuals when they’re looking to solve their debt problems. Sometimes, when one consumer is looking for help managing his or her finances, short term loans are a popular option. Among the most popular types of short term loans are collateral loans, which allow a borrower to give something they own to a lender temporarily in exchange for a loan. And in this category of loans, car title loans are one type of loan that consumers choose because they often find the process easier than other loans. Car title loans don’t require a credit check, and come with lower interest rates and longer repayment periods than other short term loans. For comparison, “check advance” loans often charge interest rates approaching 1000% APR and usually need to be paid back within a week. Further information about title loans is widely available online. But the best source for information is industry blogs, such as those that are found on http://tfciloan.com and http://acartitleloan.com
Obviously, the entire government will not be able to solve the country’s debt problems by taking out car title loans. It would be a nice thought, but when you’ve got a gross debt of over $15 trillion, short term loans simply aren’t going to do it. The only solution to America’s deficit problems is for Congressional leaders to begin working together and cooperating across party lines instead of plain old “politics as usual.” With the country’s economic future in the balance, politicians should learn that these games are not helping anyone.
How to Get Financing in Texas
Are you in the mood for a new car but cant get that car loan? Is your husband ready to purchase that new boat but cant get a boat loan? Would you like to use your home equity to pay off some bills, make an investment, or take a much needed vacation? You may say yes to any or all of these questions. But every bank you visit says no to your request for financing.
In the current US economic crisis more and more people are having difficulty getting the financing they need. Many of them have good or perfect credit. But banks across the nation are hesitant to lend regardless of the credit score. Texas banks are no different. Not only are Texas banks suffering from the same issues as other US and world banks but they are also reluctant to extend credit to customers. Since much of the system is fueled by credit flow how is one to obtain a loan during this crisis?
This does NOT mean that you will not be able to get a loan. It just means that you may need to invest a little more effort before you are able to get that loan. There are many things you can do to improve your chances of getting a loan:
First, take some time to consider your current credit situation and personal finances. There are many services that offer free credit report analysis. You should thoroughly examine your credit report. Look for any discrepancies or negative postings. Work tirelessly to correct them.
Next, be sure that your overall debt is minimal or nonexistent. The less debt you owe the more attractive to a lending institution you will be. Contrary to popular opinions there is no such thing as good debt. One of your highest priorities should be to decrease your income to debt ratio.
Finally, avoid using your retirement or savings for collateral. Cash on hand is always attractive to banks. Many institutions may require you to secure a loan with your savings or other cash. But try to avoid this. The amount of money you lose when you withdraw your retirement early is HUGE! Do anything you can to avoid this as you can count on almost 50% of the total amount to be taken away in penalty fees and taxes. When you consider this, it may be worth waiting a few more months before getting that loan.
There may be many banks in Texas that are not lending. But there are a few that are able to lend due to the federal funds extended to them. Credit unions are also a good place to find financing. If your credit situation is such that you can easily qualify for a personal loan then keep shopping around until you find the right institution for you. Ask more questions up front so that your time is not wasted. Keep your patience in full effect and eventually you will be able to get that new car, new boat, or take that long awaited vacation.