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The New Loan Sharks

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Article | April 26, 2013

4 Reasons to Avoid Payday Loans

4 Reasons to Avoid Fast Cash Payday Loans - Debt Consolidation, Credit - AARP AARP Home » Money » Managing Debt » 4 Reasons to Avoid Pay... 4 Reasons to... More

Article | April 26, 2013

7 Loans You Should Never Cosign

...in the lending world. But it can be a dangerous financial move. Here are six loans you should never cosign, no matter what the circumstance. More

Slideshow | April 17, 2013

The Payday Loan Cycle

Are these short-term, easy-to-get loans an effective consumer service or a debt trap? More

Article | March 5, 2013

Are Tax Refund Loans Worth It?

Tax Refund Loans: Rapid Refunds With Interest and Fees Mean Less Money - AARP... AARP Home » Money » Taxes » Are Tax Refund Loans W... Are Tax Refund... More

Article | February 8, 2013

Summary of AARP Poll of Texans Age 45+: Opinions on Payday Loan Rates and Legislation

Summary of AARP Poll of Texans Age 45+: Opinions on Payday Loan Rates ... - AARP AARP Home » Money » Scams & Fraud » Summary of AARP Poll o... Summary... More

Article | January 28, 2013

The Dangers of Payday Loans

A look at the controversial use of payday loans, an easy and convenient short-term loan system that many people compare to loan sharking. More

Article | December 22, 2012

Bill Would Ease Rules on Payday Loans

Short-term loans will be easier for lenders to make under a new measure before Pennsylvania voters. AARP is urging members to contact their senators... More

Article | October 1, 2012

Pay Day Loans—AARP Live - Watch Health, Money and Your Best Life Videos - AARP

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September 25, 2012

A Payday Loan Change — Inside E Street - Watch Health, Money and Your Best Life Videos - AARP

Arizona Rep. Debbie McCune Davis discusses with Lark McCarthy why payday loans were effectively outlawed in her state. More

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