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Bernanke: Weak housing has hurt consumer spending
Updated: Fri, Feb 10, 2012
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Ben Bernanke says declines in home prices have forced many Americans to cut back sharply on spending and warns that the trend could continue to weigh on the economy for years. The Federal Reserve chairman drew the connection between home values and consumer spending, which fuels 70 percent of... Read More
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Ben Bernanke says declines in home prices have forced many Americans to cut back sharply on spending and warns that the trend could continue to weigh on the economy for years. The Federal Reserve chairman drew the connection between home values and consumer spending, which fuels 70 percent of... Read More
Mortgage rates for the past 52 weeks, at a glance
Updated: Thu, Feb 9, 2012
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WASHINGTON (AP) — The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage stayed at a record low this week, Freddie Mac said Thursday. That gives some added incentive for those looking to buy a home or refinance their mortgage. Here's a look at rates for fixed- and adjustable-rate mortgages over the past 52 weeks: All... Read More
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WASHINGTON (AP) — The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage stayed at a record low this week, Freddie Mac said Thursday. That gives some added incentive for those looking to buy a home or refinance their mortgage. Here's a look at rates for fixed- and adjustable-rate mortgages over the past 52 weeks: All... Read More
Rate on 30-year mortgage stays at record 3.87 pct.
Updated: Thu, Feb 9, 2012
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WASHINGTON (AP) — The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage stayed at a record low this week, providing some added incentive for those looking to buy a home or refinance. Mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said Thursday the rate on the 30-year loan was unchanged at 3.87 percent. That's the lowest level on records... Read More
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WASHINGTON (AP) — The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage stayed at a record low this week, providing some added incentive for those looking to buy a home or refinance. Mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said Thursday the rate on the 30-year loan was unchanged at 3.87 percent. That's the lowest level on records... Read More
Financial aid changes are afoot at U.S. colleges
Published: Thu, Feb 9, 2012
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In the weeks ahead, colleges will begin mailing out acceptance letters and financial aid packages. But amid all the emotions, students and families will also need to start sorting out how they'll pay for tuition. Read More
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In the weeks ahead, colleges will begin mailing out acceptance letters and financial aid packages. But amid all the emotions, students and families will also need to start sorting out how they'll pay for tuition. Read More
Builders group sees pickup in housing this year
Updated: Wed, Feb 8, 2012
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — The U.S. housing market will begin to mount a turnaround this year, building toward a solid recovery in 2013, according to a forecast issued Wednesday by the chief economist of a homebuilding industry trade group. The outlook by National Association of Home Builders Chief Economist David Crowe... Read More
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — The U.S. housing market will begin to mount a turnaround this year, building toward a solid recovery in 2013, according to a forecast issued Wednesday by the chief economist of a homebuilding industry trade group. The outlook by National Association of Home Builders Chief Economist David Crowe... Read More
For college bound, a look at financial aid changes
Updated: Wed, Feb 8, 2012
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NEW YORK (AP) — The mad dash to cobble together college funding will soon be under way. In the weeks ahead, colleges will begin mailing out their much-anticipated acceptance letters and financial aid packages. The notices will alleviate pent up anxiety and finally give high school seniors a clearer idea of what... Read More
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NEW YORK (AP) — The mad dash to cobble together college funding will soon be under way. In the weeks ahead, colleges will begin mailing out their much-anticipated acceptance letters and financial aid packages. The notices will alleviate pent up anxiety and finally give high school seniors a clearer idea of what... Read More
Business events scheduled for Thursday
Updated: Wed, Feb 8, 2012
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Major business events and economic events scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 9: WASHINGTON — Labor Department releases weekly jobless claims, 8:30 a.m. WASHINGTON — Freddie Mac, the mortgage company, releases weekly mortgage rates, 10 a.m. WASHINGTON — Commerce Department releases wholesale trade inventories for... Read More
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Major business events and economic events scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 9: WASHINGTON — Labor Department releases weekly jobless claims, 8:30 a.m. WASHINGTON — Freddie Mac, the mortgage company, releases weekly mortgage rates, 10 a.m. WASHINGTON — Commerce Department releases wholesale trade inventories for... Read More
Credit repairs don't come easily
Published: Wed, Feb 8, 2012
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You can make significant gains if getting your credit score up is your New Year's resolution, but it will take time. Making the effort should help you get your overall finances in order. Read More
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You can make significant gains if getting your credit score up is your New Year's resolution, but it will take time. Making the effort should help you get your overall finances in order. Read More
Consumer borrowing rises $19.3 billion in December
Published: Wed, Feb 8, 2012
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Americans accelerated their borrowing in December for the second straight month, running up more credit card debt and taking out loans to buy cars and attend school. Read More
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Americans accelerated their borrowing in December for the second straight month, running up more credit card debt and taking out loans to buy cars and attend school. Read More
Consumer borrowing rose $19.3 billion in December
Updated: Tue, Feb 7, 2012
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Americans accelerated their borrowing in December for the second straight month, running up more credit card debt and taking out loans to buy cars and attend school. Consumer borrowing rose by $19.3 billion in December after a $20.4 billion gain in November, the Federal Reserve said Tuesday.... Read More
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Americans accelerated their borrowing in December for the second straight month, running up more credit card debt and taking out loans to buy cars and attend school. Consumer borrowing rose by $19.3 billion in December after a $20.4 billion gain in November, the Federal Reserve said Tuesday.... Read More
Real Estate Law: Walking away from reverse mortgage may not be best option
Published: Sat, Feb 4, 2012
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Real Estate Law by Gary M. Singer: Walking away from reverse mortgage may not be best option. With a reverse mortgage, you get to stay in the house for the rest of your life, so you may not want to be in a rush to move just because your home is underwater Read More
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Real Estate Law by Gary M. Singer: Walking away from reverse mortgage may not be best option. With a reverse mortgage, you get to stay in the house for the rest of your life, so you may not want to be in a rush to move just because your home is underwater Read More
Korea football chief denies corruption
Updated: Fri, Feb 3, 2012
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SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — The president of the Korea Football Association (KFA) has denied reports of corruption in the organization, despite an official probe into its finances and criticism of a payout to an employee accused of embezzlement. Cho Chung-yeon said Friday that the KFA was not guilty of financial... Read More
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SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — The president of the Korea Football Association (KFA) has denied reports of corruption in the organization, despite an official probe into its finances and criticism of a payout to an employee accused of embezzlement. Cho Chung-yeon said Friday that the KFA was not guilty of financial... Read More
Rate on 30-year mortgage falls to record 3.87%
Published: Fri, Feb 3, 2012
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The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage fell this week to a record low, the ninth time that has happened in the last year. Read More
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The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage fell this week to a record low, the ninth time that has happened in the last year. Read More
Rate on 30-year mortgage falls to record 3.87 pct.
Updated: Thu, Feb 2, 2012
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WASHINGTON (AP) — The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage fell this week to a record low, the ninth time that has happened in the last year. Even with the cheapest rates in history, the housing market remains depressed. Mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said Thursday that the rate on the 30-year loan dropped to... Read More
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WASHINGTON (AP) — The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage fell this week to a record low, the ninth time that has happened in the last year. Even with the cheapest rates in history, the housing market remains depressed. Mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said Thursday that the rate on the 30-year loan dropped to... Read More
Sallie Mae will credit $50 fee to suspend payments
Updated: Thu, Feb 2, 2012
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NEW YORK (AP) — Private student lender Sallie Mae is changing how it handles a fee it charges struggling borrowers who seek to temporarily suspend payments. Sallie Mae isn't cancelling the $50 fee, but said it will now apply the money toward the borrower's loan balance if on-time payments are resumed for six... Read More
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NEW YORK (AP) — Private student lender Sallie Mae is changing how it handles a fee it charges struggling borrowers who seek to temporarily suspend payments. Sallie Mae isn't cancelling the $50 fee, but said it will now apply the money toward the borrower's loan balance if on-time payments are resumed for six... Read More
Fewer seek unemployment aid as job market improves
Updated: Thu, Feb 2, 2012
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WASHINGTON (AP) — The number of people seeking unemployment benefits fell last week to a level that signaled a steadily improving job market. The figures came one day before the government is expected to report that January marked another solid month for hiring. Unemployment applications fell 12,000 to a... Read More
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WASHINGTON (AP) — The number of people seeking unemployment benefits fell last week to a level that signaled a steadily improving job market. The figures came one day before the government is expected to report that January marked another solid month for hiring. Unemployment applications fell 12,000 to a... Read More
Key moves for surviving low interest rates
Published: Wed, Feb 1, 2012
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NEW YORK (AP) — Interest rates aren't budging anytime soon. That means it's time to rethink your financial strategy. The Federal Reserve said last week that it would keep its benchmark rate at record lows for at least another three years. For savers, the prospect of persisting low rates may mean it's finally... Read More
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NEW YORK (AP) — Interest rates aren't budging anytime soon. That means it's time to rethink your financial strategy. The Federal Reserve said last week that it would keep its benchmark rate at record lows for at least another three years. For savers, the prospect of persisting low rates may mean it's finally... Read More
Citibank says frequent flier miles can be taxed
Published: Tue, Jan 31, 2012
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Reward for opening checking or savings account treated as gift, interest income. Read More
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Reward for opening checking or savings account treated as gift, interest income. Read More
Citibank says frequent flier miles are taxable
Updated: Mon, Jan 30, 2012
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NEW YORK (AP) — Frequent flier miles aren't so enticing when they're taxable. That may be the sentiment among Citibank customers who are receiving 1099 tax forms from the bank to report their frequent flier miles. The forms were sent to customers who were given American Airline miles for opening a checking or... Read More
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NEW YORK (AP) — Frequent flier miles aren't so enticing when they're taxable. That may be the sentiment among Citibank customers who are receiving 1099 tax forms from the bank to report their frequent flier miles. The forms were sent to customers who were given American Airline miles for opening a checking or... Read More
Gov't settles with debt buyer Asset Acceptance
Updated: Mon, Jan 30, 2012
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WASHINGTON (AP) — One of the nation's largest consumer debt buyers will pay a $2.5 million civil fine to settle deception allegations. The Federal Trade Commission said Monday that Michigan-based Asset Acceptance agreed to the penalty and to changes in the way it collects debt. The company buys unpaid debts from... Read More
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WASHINGTON (AP) — One of the nation's largest consumer debt buyers will pay a $2.5 million civil fine to settle deception allegations. The Federal Trade Commission said Monday that Michigan-based Asset Acceptance agreed to the penalty and to changes in the way it collects debt. The company buys unpaid debts from... Read More
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