The Atlantic’s mighty econoblogger, Megan McArdle, is perturbed by Toyota’s (TM) decision to roll out 0 percent financing: 
Zero-percent financing is the last resort of a desperate car company.  Financing has historically been a lucrative sideline for automakers (the last few years notwithstanding); indeed, Ford and GM were frequently described as banks with a sideline in [...]

If you’re seeing the new buildings pop up, it’s because we’re hammering away and bringing you all the island’s the newest feature: the Stagecoach Island University!
Are you ready to take your virtual education to the next level? Then come and enroll in the SI University today! You’ll learn ways to save for college, how to [...]

From all of us on the island and the Stagecoach Island team, we wish each of and every one of you a wonderful Gobble Gobble Day! Celebrate the turkey!
Happy Thanksgiving!

Board proposes rules amending credit card provisions of Regulation Z (Truth in Lending)

Written agreement with First Utah Bank

Americans may not always love their bank, but online banking is the most popular form of banking, according to a new survey by the American Bankers Association.

Top Democrats drop provision to let proposed Consumer Financial Protection Agency establish ‘plain vanilla’ products. Business says thanks but still wants bill dead.

Written agreement with Community Bankshares

When I opened my inbox today, I found a message from the bank. My automatic transfer had gone through, adding another chunk of change to my savings account.
Recently, I dedicated one of my savings accounts for a specific goal: new windows for my house. When I purchased the house more than two years ago (wow, [...]

I’m a college student, and I think it’s never too early to start establishing your credit. In fact, it is key to build a good credit history in preparation for the future when you are looking to take out a loan to finance a car or a home. Employers may check your credit rating to [...]