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	from LaToya Irby I haven't talked about payday loans as much as I should have. So to make up for it, in this issue, I not only tell you why you shouldn't take out a loan, I give you 15 options you have when you're in a financial bind.
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Payday Loans - The Ultimate in Predatory Lending If you've seen horror movies where unsuspecting teenagers get caught in bear traps, then you can picture the type of damage payday loans cause. You walk into the office thinking you're just taking out a $200 loan until your next payday, you'll pay it back when you get your check, and everything will be fine. Find out why that's seldom how it goes.              More Topics The One Dollar Payment Myth Using Credit Cards 7 Tricks to Stop Using Your Credit Cards Credit Repair 5 Principles of Credit Card Payments Credit Card Basics Disputing Credit Card Billing Errors Using Credit Cards How to Order Your Credit Report Credit Reports & Scores Stop Collection Calls Debt Collection Lower Your Debt Reducing Debt 15 Payday Loan Alternatives When I started thinking about it, I was quite surprised at the number of ways you can come up with quick cash for emergencies. I bet those bear-trap-trapped teenagers would be happy for a guide like this. "How to Avoid the Bear Trap - #1 Look where you're going when you're running."   How to Take out a Credit Card Cash Advance A cash advance on your credit card is one way to avoid a payday loan. But, if you're not careful, the cash advance can be just as costly as one of those quick cash loans. So, before you swipe your credit card for cash, make sure you know the right way to take out an advance.     Sponsored Links   The Credit / Debt Blog See what's happening today Stay up to date on credit and debt news. See what others have to say and leave your comments.   Work Hard, Travel Easy Making Business Travel Easier Get tips for making life easier whenever you have to travel for work. Find out how to get the best seats, enjoy your flights, de-stress when you fly and much more.

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