pennies on the dollar

I hear all to often that "microstock creates new markets". Ok, so let's take that statement at face value, and agree with it, but break it down to see what monster has actually been "created."

Dictionary.com defines market in several ways, the most applicable to this statement is "a body of existing or potential buyers for specific goods or services."

Is it safe to trade future payments of a structured settlement for "cash now" as promised on many television commercials?

These lenders see a ready profit in purchasing these financial agreements for mere pennies on the dollar.

Daphne, Matthews, NC

Daphne, Matthews, NC

I've been trying to get worked up and excited about the $12M verdict that everyone is so excited about (Carolyn Wright's Posting - Photographer Gets $12 Million Verdict!!! , 6/21/08), but much of me can't.

So, how many times have you seen a stupid handshake photo?

How many times can you look at a goldfish in a bowl on white seamless and want to hurl? Where's the variety?

The creativity? The unique perspective?