Advanta Closes a Million Small Business Credit Card Accounts
As of May 30, 2009, Advanta is closing all its small business credit card accounts. I first learned of this on Tuesday of this week when I got an…
My Story: Debt for Marriage Equality
This week's ruling on California's Prop 8 was a tough one. I'm happy to hear that the existing marriages were upheld and I'm thrilled to see our support base…
Giving Circles part two: The dignity of housing
There's something about shelter that reels me in and grounds me. I love our home. I've loved most of the homes I lived in. I love the concept of home.…
The Pros and Cons of Marijuana Legalization, Part 1
The following article represents the views of the author and is not representative of Queercents, the site owner or its other writers. This week I've been examining the possible economic…
Why the Love Affair with Gmail?
Gmail'”everyone seems to know what it is, and a huge number of people use it. Hands-down, it's recognized as the best '˜deal' in the free webmail scene. But why? In…
Femme Economics: Waking Up to the Recession
I've succumbed to the recession. I had a sign on a corkboard in my office for seven months that said 'œI will not participate in the recession' and I just…
Stretch Your Food Dollar: Dress Up Ramen Noodles
I'm going to admit a secret, ya'll. During my first semester of college, I survived on $10 a week for groceries. I'm not proud of this. I subsisted on ramen…
Clipping coupons: 5 ways to master the art of couponing
I've been couponing since January and I must say it's addictive. In the right combination of sales and coupons you can get tons of stuff for free or cheap.…
Will You Pay To Keep Up Your FICO Score?
Well, President Obama signed into law the CARD Act, reforming the Credit Card Industries practices. What he signed is amazing, but it still didn't go far enough to corral some…
How to Start a Giving Circle
'œNever doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it's the only thing that ever has.' '“ Margaret Mead A couple of weeks ago…