McCoy: 2007 session helped Iowans avoid being taken advantage of
The Legislature took several steps to stand up to special interests and protect consumers this year. via Des Moines Register
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Bush and Fed Step Toward a Mortgage Rescue (NYTimes.com via Yahoo! Finance) The Bush administration and the Federal Reserve are inching closer toward a government rescue of distressed homeowners and mortgage lenders.read more...
Live web chat at 6:30 p.m.: Questions on reverse mortgage If they own their home, they may be living in the financial solution. Health anchor Monica Robins explains how a reverse mortgage can help some seniors supplement their income so
Tips on How to Make The Holidays Greener June Fletcher offers ideas for folks looking for more environmentally friendly ways to decorate, and exchange gifts and greetings during the Christmas season.read more...
Stocks fall with consumer confidence U.S. stocks slid on Friday as data showing a larger-than-expected drop in consumer confidence hurt retailers on fears that consumers may curb spending.read more...
Home construction up in May Construction of new homes and apartments, after posting three straight months of declines, increased in May, helped by dry weather.read more...
Regulators OK plan to help Federal Home Loan Regulators have approved a three-year business plan for the Federal Home Loan Bank of Seattle, designed to rebuild profitability for the wholesale mortgage financier.via
July 11th, 2007
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