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Economists' survey: Keep Bush tax cuts Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 12:15AMWASHINGTON — Most U.S. economists want the Bush-era tax cuts to be extended given growing concerns about the strength of the recovery.
Euro Selling May Resume as German Jobs Data Underscores ECB Paralysis Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 12:05AMEuro selling may resume in European trading hours after the single currency paused to consolidate in the overnight session as robust German jobs data highlight the economic disparity and likely monetary policy paralysis in the Euro Zone.
Housing market worries make bonds a harder sell Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 11:53PMConcern that Australia's property market is overheating is prompting investors to demand a higher relative yield - a shift which may have implications for local interest rates.
If Lehman Had “No Idea,” Who Else is Clueless? Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 9:45PMHere’s a zinger of a news story: Barclays Plc had no idea how big Lehman Brothers Holdings Inc.’s futures-and-options trading business was when it considered taking over the defunct bank’s derivatives trades at exchanges in 2008, a Barclays executive said. “Lehman’s books were in such a mess that I don’t think they knew where they were,” Elizabeth James, a director of Barclays’s futures ...
Dollar Advances for the First Time in Four Days as Speculative Uncertainty Crowds Out Positive Data Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 9:20PMFollowing a run of three consecutive daily declines against its benchmark euro counterpart through Friday, the US dollar snapped is losing streak with a steady and encouraging rally.
Hong Kong May Sell Kowloon Site for Record Price Even After Property Curbs Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 7:59PMHong Kong developers may pay a record per-square-foot price for government land on the Kowloon Peninsula in an auction today even after new measures to cool home prices, some analysts said.
Don’t worry, I’m a central banker! Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 7:24PMThe Bernanke-led Fed ... announced on Aug. 10 it will buy Treasuries to set a $2.05 trillion floor on its balance sheet and keep interest rates from rising. Trichet said Aug. 5 that the euro-area economy was surpassing forecasts, which may pave the way for the ECB to look at phasing out its emergency lending measures.
The Week Ahead: DSG International sales expected to power ahead Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 7:20PMHigh-street trends will be back in focus when the electrical goods giant DSG International issues an update on Thursday. Anticipating a boost from the football World Cup, UBS is looking forward to a "solid set of figures", with DSG's like-for-like sales for the first quarter expected to be up 2.5 per cent.
Boulger casts doubts on 8 per cent interest rates Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 6:16PMRay Boulger, senior technical manager at John Charcol, says reports of interest rates rising to 8% are proof that the August “silly season” is in full swing.
Luna Gold reports operational and financial results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2010 Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 5:00PM(All figures expressed in US dollars, unless otherwise noted) VANCOUVER , Aug. 30 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - Luna Gold Corp. (TSXV-LGC) ("Luna" or the "Company") today announces its results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2010 . The complete financial statements and management discussions and analysis are available for review at www.lunagold.com and should be ...
Rental market is buoyant Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 6:31PMThe lettings market remains buoyant, as increased tenant demand and a shortage of properties pushes rents higher, says the latest RICS Residential Lettings Survey.
Indiana home sales outlook dull, but better than most Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 6:13PMBuilders in Central Indiana say that while sales are down, the new housing market is better here than in other parts of the country.
Mortgage delinquency rates mixed Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 5:36PMWASHINGTON, Aug. 26 (UPI) -- The Mortgage Bankers Association said Thursday delinquency rates on mortgages dropped in the second quarter but remain elevated compared to a year ago. Mortgage Bankers Association - United States - Business - Financial Services - Foreclosure
The Renting Alternative Will Undermine The Housing Market For Years Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 7:48AMThere is a far-reaching change occurring now which threatens housing markets around the country. A survey conducted by Harris Interactive for the National Apartment Association in May 2010 found that 76% of those surveyed now believe that renting is a better option than buying in the current real estate market, up from 71% in 2008. Especially sobering was the fact that 78% of those surveyed were ...
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15-year refinance looks like sweet deal Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 6:40AMDear Dr. Don, I am trying to decide how to refinance my current mortgage . I currently owe $146,000 at 5.875 percent with 24 years left on my original 30-year mortgage.
Dangers of walking away from your mortgage Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 5:00AMUnderwater homeowners who skip out on their mortgages face a slew of consequences.
With FICO it pays to know the score Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 5:00AMThe first step to good credit is learning how the FICO system works.
15-year refinance looks like sweet deal Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 5:00AMFor one homeowner, a 15-year mortgage refinance looks like a pretty sweet deal.
Buy when no one else wants to Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 1:37AMIf you are a younger person who wants to get ahead financially, things might look pretty gloomy. The stock market is scary, and lots of uncertainty exists in the national and Alaska economy. But you can still start to build a substantial nest egg with small investment properties.
Closing costs rise as prices stay low Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 1:13AMThe good news is that Connecticut isn't one of the states with the highest closing costs when buying a house. The bad news, however, is that closing costs in general are rising, which means it will
Asheville area foreclosures at record levels Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 11:19PMMirroring a statewide trend, home foreclosures have soared to record levels in the mountains, particularly in Buncombe County.
Summertime Open House Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 6:40PMHundreds of homes across the Lehigh Valley are getting the once-over by prospective buyers this weekend.
Holiday lets grow despite summer market slump Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 6:18PMThe housing market may be suffering a summer torpor, but it seems one area – the second-home, holiday let market in the UK – is still strong. A new report from estate agents Knight Frank shows that the number of second homes in Britain rose by 2.6 per cent in 2009 – despite the recession – to reach a record level of 245,384, and Liam Bailey, the agent's head of residential research, expects to ...
Housing prices and sales: Where are they headed? Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 6:00PMPoll: A look at economic issues affecting San Diegans.
Brent Batten: FEMA maps spur flood of questions Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 4:27PMThere is a way to minimize the cost of the insurance and possibly to avoid it altogether. It’s going to require some action on your part though.
POLLS Scott vs. McCollum: Where they stand on these 10 issues Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 1:15PMAlex Sink is the presumptive Democratic nominee going into Tuesday's primary. Who will she face? That's uncertain. Here's where the two GOP rival hopefuls, Florida Attorney General Bill McCollum and Naples businessman Rick Scott, stand on 10 issues.
Economic outlook – look out (take 2) Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 9:09AMDouble dippers are on the rise. Nouriel Roubini: "Risk of a double dip recession in advanced economies (US, Japan, Eurozone) has now risen to 40%." Robert Schiller: "... also said last week that there's a greater than a 50 percent chance of falling into another downturn."
ALL BUSINESS: Big investors go for gold, bonds Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 8:52AMALL BUSINESS: Hedge funds, institutions direct money into bonds, gold and away from stocks
Loss of homes faced by 1,200 Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 3:07AMMORE than 1,200 families in the south were threatened with the loss of their home during the past year, figures have revealed.
Hearing set for assisted living zoning Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 3:06AMALGONA—During the Algona City Council Meeting on Monday, Aug. 2, the Algona City Council forwarded a request to planning and zoning to review about rezoning the property out by Ernie Williams, Ltd., from light manufacturing to residential multifamily type 1.
Real estate news briefs Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 1:07AMPORTSMOUTH — Pro Con Inc. recently completed the 10,000-square-foot Portsmouth Harbor Events and Conference Center at 100 Portwalk Place.
ALL BUSINESS: Big investors go for gold, bonds Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 12:02AMThe smart money has moved away from stocks. So is the era of stock investing over?
ALL BUSINESS: Big investors go for gold, bonds Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 11:35PMThe smart money has moved away from stocks. So is the era of stock investing over? It's too early to tell, but one thing is certain: "Money goes where it is treated best, and that hasn't been in stocks," says Wade Slome, who advises high net-worth investors... Investment - Business - Stock - Investing - Net worth
ALL BUSINESS: Big investors go for gold, bonds Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 11:01PMThe smart money has moved away from stocks. So is the era of stock investing over? It's too early to tell, but one thing is certain: "Money goes where it is treated best, and that hasn't been in stocks," says Wade Slome, who advises high net-worth investors and runs a hedge fund at his firm, Sidoxia Capital Management in Newport Beach, Calif.
Spike in layoffs feeds fear of faltering economic recovery Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 8:55PMWASHINGTON -- Layoffs are back, and that's bad news for the fragile economic recovery. New applications for unemployment benefits hit a nine-month high last week -- a spike that suggests private employers may shed jobs this month for the first time this year.
Spike in layoffs feeds fear of faltering recovery Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 12:28AMWASHINGTON (AP) — Layoffs are back, and that's bad news for the fragile economic recovery.
30-yr. mortgages at new low of 4.42% Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 12:18AMWASHINGTON — Mortgage rates fell to the lowest level in decades for the eighth time in nine weeks, a sign that investors are concerned about the weak economy.
New data signals job slowdown Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 12:11AMApplications for unemployment benefits hit a nine-month high last week, indicating the recovery is slowing.
Spike in layoffs feeds fear of faltering recovery Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 11:27PMNew applications for unemployment benefits hit a nine-month high last week — a spike that suggests private employers may shed jobs this month for the first time this year.
Diary of a Novice Investor #10 Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 11:21PMOur diarist describes 6 lessons he has learned from his investing exploits so far.
Home refinancers find better loan deals Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 11:15PMOver two-thirds of people who refinanced their home loan recently were able to secure a lower interest rate, a mortgage broker & #39;s survey shows.
News from across the country and from around the globe Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 11:13PMAverage mortgage rates hit low of 4.42 percent
Home refinancers find better loan deals Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 11:10PMOver two-thirds of people who refinanced their home loan recently were able to secure a lower interest rate, a mortgage broker's survey shows.
Liberal Coalition Housing Policy Applauded Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 10:43PMThe Australian Liberal Coalition Housing Policy released today, is a significant first step, in dealing with the real structural problems currently denying Australians their right to the opportunity of affordable owned and rental housing.
Home re-financers find better loan deals Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 10:35PMOVER two-thirds of people who refinanced their home loans recently were able to secure a lower interest rate, a mortgage broker's survey shows.
China Stocks Rise, Led by Coal, Gold Producers; Developers Drop Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 12:24AMChina’s stocks rose to a three-month high on speculation resource companies will benefit as inflation quickens, with gains for gold and coal producers overshadowing declines by property developers.
Real: Underwater mortgage refinance tough to find Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 12:16AMThe summer has seen the lowest mortgage rates in generations. But there’s a problem for homeowners who want to grab those great rates through a refinance.
11 mortgage lenders facing losses of $133B Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 12:12AMBLOOMBERG NEWS Bank of America Corp. and JPMorgan Chase & Co. are among 11 lenders that could suffer $133.8 billion in combined losses as mortgage-bond investors and insurers demand refunds for soured loans, according to an analysis by Compass Point Research and Trading LLC. That's the base estimate by analyst Chris Gamaitoni, who told clients costs may range from $55.3 billion in a best-case ...