Consumers fell behind on loan payments in the first quarter at the highest rate since the last U.S. recession in 2001, the American Bankers Association said, attributing the rising losses to lagging home-equity loans.

Worldwide pre-orders for the seventh and last Harry Potter book, due for release July 21, broke the previous record of 1.5 million set by J.K.

Be aware of illegal money lenders

The lack of time and fast going lifestyle has definitely given a huge loan market to quick loans. This change can be easily being witnessed in the financial market. Loan providers are flocking with different loan deal to satisfy the urgent needs of UK consumers. .

Ken King column: Don't borrow yourself out of old debt

Dear Ken: I am a little short every month because of all of the loans I have out. If I could get one consolidation loan to pay them all off, I am sure I could make it, but I have been turned down several times. Any suggestions on where I might find someone to make me a loan?

A: Obviously you are a very optimistic and positive person, two admirable qualities in dealing with life and your financial situation. But you might need to get a little realistic and maybe should consider listening to the people who you are asking for money.

I would like you to read your question as if I were asking you the question. Would you lend me any more money? I would doubt it.

Reality is "you can't borrow yourself out of debt."

Will a new loan REALLY help? Do you have anything to borrow against? Equity in your home, automobile, land, or other earthly possessions will help in deciding if you can restructure your debt.

Ask For A Free Online Debt Consolidation Quote To Tackle Your Debts

Debt consolidation is a very effective tool for tackling debt and you can ask for a free online debt consolidation quote in order to assess whether you can grapple with your deteriorating debt situation. Such a quote will also make it clear as to how you need to consolidate your debts and move towards eliminating debts in a planned and disciplined manner. If you are struggling with uncontrolled debts and are not in a position to make the monthly payments, you need free debt consolidation help in order to put you on the right path towards a more peaceful and debt free life.

If you need free online debt consolidation quote, just log on to the websites of the different agencies and companies that offer debt consolidation services.

Stillwater improvement plans begin

The Stillwater City Council voted 5-0 Monday to create a new Business Improvement District in the downtown area. Throughout the six-month planning process for the BID program, a number of constraints were considered, including finances, public opinion, consensus of participants and regulations and logistics. We have to look at not only what we can afford to do, but also building requirements and codes, said City Manager Dan Galloway. One of the goals for the BID program is to develop a mechanism for the business and property owners to have something to invest in, said Galloway. To improve the streetscape appearance, the city will develop incentives to attract new investors and create special development and building guidelines to facilitate renovation and revision of existing structures. The city wants to see more dining and entertainment opportunities for the community and students at OSU, Galloway said.