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Fannie Mae flush with incentives Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 3:38AMIf you fit the profile — typically buyers with little cash on hand or small-scale investors looking for a deal on a foreclosed house — a little-publicized national lending program could be just what you need this fall.
Spoiled system: Eating healthier comes with a price for families Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 12:17AMAs Revisha Martinez pondered the cost of peaches and watermelon at her local King Soopers recently, she became the last stop in a complicated food-production system that critics believe has turned healthy eating into expensive eating.
Yuba County above state average in federal spending Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 11:44PMThe federal government spent a little more than $11,000 per person in Yuba County in fiscal 2009, about $1,700 more than the statewide average, says the Census Bureau. Nationwide, the federal government spent an average of $10,548 per person. The...
Fannie Mae lending program easesbuyers and #8217; paths to foreclosed houses Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 11:02PMBy KENNETH R. HARNEY WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON — For buyers who fit the profile — typically with little cash on hand or looking for a small-scale investment deal on a foreclosed house — a little-publicized national lending program could be just the ticket. Here’s what it offers: • Minimal down payments — 3 percent for buyers who plan to live in the house, 10 percent for investors. Most of the ...
Grover to help small businesses obtain loans Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 11:00PMGrover Beach Improvement Agency is taking steps to help citybusinesses that may be struggling to survive in the depressedeconomy.
Business Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 9:40PM25 YEARS: Assure America's Matthew Magnone and George A. Gresko recently were recognized for 25 years of professionalism and service excellence in representing Westfield Insurance.
Fannie Mae deals on foreclosures Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 9:24PMA little-publicized national lending program could be just what you need this fall - if you're a buyer with...
SBA encourages the public to plan for disasters Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 9:00PMIn conjunction with the five-year anniversary of the devastating Gulf Coast storms of 2005, the U.S. Small Business Administration is encouraging business owners, homeowners and others to create their own disaster preparedness plan during National Preparedness Month in September .
Fannie Mae tries to stimulate market for foreclosed homes Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 8:57PMThe mortgage giant quietly launches the HomePath program, which offers subprime-era terms for buyers: minimal down payments, no appraisals, no mortgage insurance and lower minimum credit scores. If you're a buyer with little cash or a small-scale investor looking for a deal on a foreclosed house, a little-publicized national lending program could be just what you need this fall.
Los Banos getting $20K grant for software, training Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 5:44PMLos Banos and other cities in Merced County will get some additional funds thanks to federal grants.
Stay vigilant to avoid the fraudsters' trap Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 4:14PMFraud is booming with consumers losing an estimated £3.5bn a year. The real figure is likely to be far higher because so much is unreported. As Agatha Christie said, where large sums of money are involved, it is advisable to trust no one. (03/09/2010 20:15:45)
SBA encourages the public to plan for disasters during National Preparedness Month Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 4:05PMIn conjunction with the five-year anniversary of the devastating Gulf Coast storms of 2005, the U.S. Small Business Administration is encouraging business owners, homeowners and others to create their own disaster preparedness plan during National Preparedness Month in September.
Tata Steel in talks to borrow £3.5 billion for UK unit Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 2:56PMTata Steel is in talks with banks for £3.5-billion loans for its UK unit, four people with direct knowledge of the matter said.
Fannie Mae's national lending program HomePath is worth a look Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 2:22PMIf you fit the profile -- typically buyers with little cash on hand or small-scale investors looking for a deal on a foreclosed house -- a little-publicized national lending program could be just what you need this fall. Fannie Mae - United States - Freddie Mac - Thailand - Provinces
Fannie Mae's national lending program HomePath is worth a look Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 2:08PMIf you fit the profile -- typically buyers with little cash on hand or small-scale investors looking for a deal on a foreclosed house -- a little-publicized national lending program could be just what you need this fall.
Fitch afirms Industrial Bank of Korea's ratings Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 7:25PMFitch Ratings has today affirmed Industrial Bank of Korea's (IBK) Long-term foreign currency Issuer Default Rating (IDR) at 'A+' with a Stable Outlook, Support rating at '1' and Support rating floor a
New closing rules working, but is there a cost? Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 5:06PMA new federal rule this year requiring mortgage lenders to give borrowers reliable estimates of closing costs appears to be working. But whether it's also costing borrowers more money is uncertain.
Forbes, S&P Got it Wrong, But they are Right Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 2:59PMReading the recent report from Standard and Poor’s there is this gut instinct of outrage, how dare them. Yet a contradictory sinking feeling of belonging to a developing world where neither local nor international public statements impact the political economy as promptly as one would like.
Green Banking tips for environmentally conscious consumers Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 2:43PMGreen Banking tips for environmentally conscious consumers
FuelCell Energy Reports Third Quarter Results and Latest Accomplishments Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 2:35PMDANBURY, Conn. -- FuelCell Energy, Inc. , a leading manufacturer of high efficiency ultra-clean power plants using renewable and other fuels for commercial, industrial, government, and utility customers, today reported results for its third quarter ended July 31, 2010 and its latest accomplishments.
RPT-Australia QR IPO documents expected mid-Oct -sources Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 2:29PM(REPEATING FOR ADDITIONAL SUBSCRIBERS)
First St. Petersburg Bond in 5 Years Spurs Munis: Russia Credit Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 1:57PMRussia’s $13 billion municipal bond market, dominated by issues from Moscow, is poised to expand as the first debt sale in five years by St. Petersburg encourages local government borrowers.
EU plans investigation of Chinese modems - sources Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 3:18AMThe European Union is preparing to investigate whether China is unfairly subsidising makers of wireless modems the latest move by Europe to defend its high-tech industry in the face of China's growing market share.
Alabama schools turn to bank loans to operate Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 2:44AMAlabama schools have been having a rough time of it, and it only looks like it's going to get rougher. The Cotton State recently came in last place in the federal Department of Education's Race to the Top grant competition. And a steadfast global recession combined with the Gulf Coast oil spill this summer have put a severe strain on the state's tax receipts, the primary source of revenue for ...
AIG to repay $4B in government loans? Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 2:35AMAssociated Press, In its single biggest repayment of bailout loans so far, American International Group said Monday it is paying back nearly $4 billion in taxpayer aid with proceeds from a recent debt sale.
Alabama schools turn to bank loans to operate Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 2:32AMAlabama schools have been having a rough time of it, and it only looks like it's going to get rougher. The Cotton State recently came in last place in the federal Department of Education's Race to the Top grant competition.
Faith leaders learn about funding opportunities Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 2:02AMCATSKILL — Leaders of dozens of faith organizations from the Capital Region and the Hudson Valley heard about grant and loan opportunities available to homeowners and faith-based groups and other community organizations in rural or low-income areas.
How deep after Jackson Hole? Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 1:57AMIn his weekend speech at Jackson Hole, Wyoming, home to an annual Federal Reserve retreat, Fed chairman Ben Bernanke acknowledged that the United States economy had indeed slowed down. He noted that monetary policy will remain extraordinary aggressive until recovery becomes strong.
William Black: Theoclassical Law and Economics Makes the Law an Ass Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 1:22AMBy William K. Black, Associate Professor of Economics and Law at the University of Missouri-Kansas City and author of The Best Way to Rob a Bank is to Own One One of the great advantages of blogs is spurring informative debate. The debates also tend to morph as commentators develop their arguments. I want [...]
Shearer's, Smith Dairy get state loans for expansions Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 12:46AMShearer's, Smith Dairy get state loans for expansions
SAMA's foreign assets grow 9.1% to SR1.56tr Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 12:30AMSAMA's foreign assets grow 9.1% to SR1.56tr
Ipsen's Half-year 2010 Results Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 10:00PMPARIS----Regulatory News:
Shearer’s Foods gets $2.5 million state loan Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 8:16PMThe state has awarded Shearer’s Foods Inc. $2.5 million for the second phase of its Millennium Manufacturing Facility at the Northeast Ohio Commerce Park in Massillon.
Political newcomer Anthony P. Gemma cites his new ideas in 1st Congressional District race Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 8:03PMAnthony P. Gemma was wrapping up a talk to a group of Rhode Island Young Democrats when someone in the audience asked one of those questions that riles the first-time candidate.
Political newcomer Anthony P. Gemma cites his new ideas in 1st Congressional District race Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 7:45PMHe is one of four Democrats seeking to succeed Patrick J. Kennedy in the state's 1st Congressional District
How to save on home loan fees Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 6:26PMMANY of our banks are to be applauded for their decision to remove or reduce some fees and charges applicable to everyday transaction accounts.
Japan acts as rising yen threatens chaos Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 4:06PMJAPAN'S central bank has extended its cheap loan scheme amid calls to curb a rise in the yen that threatens the country's fragile economic recovery.
Easing Financial Aid Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 3:49PMVestal, NY (WBNG Binghamton) And as students return for the year, it's now easier to obtain financial aid.
Cabinet gives nod to Direct Taxes Code Bill Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 7:37AMThe Cabinet on Thursday cleared decks for tabling the legislation in the Monsoon Session so that the new Act may come into effect from next fiscal.
Spending review could be perfect storm for colleges Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 6:37AMJohn Stone, chief executive of LSN, writes for ePolitix.com about the impact the government's spending review will have on further education.
Greece Chooses Lazard, HSBC, Deutsche Bank to Advise on Holdings in Banks Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 6:29AMGreece’s government chose three international banks to help carve out a strategy for the state’s holdings in the country’s banks amid pressure to raise revenue and cut debt by selling assets.
Signet Reports Second Quarter Results Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 4:36AMHAMILTON, BERMUDA--(Marketwire - August 26, 2010) - Signet Jewelers Limited ("Signet") ( NYSE : SIG ) ( LSE : SIG ), the world's largest specialty retail jeweler, today announced its results for the 13 weeks ("second quarter") and 26 weeks ("year to date") ended July 31, 2010.
Signet Reports Second Quarter Results Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 4:30AMHAMILTON, BERMUDA--(Marketwire - 08/26/10) - Signet Jewelers Limited ("Signet") (NYSE: SIG - News ) (LSE: SIG - News ), the world's largest specialty retail jeweler, today announced its results for the 13 weeks ("second quarter") and 26 weeks ("year to date") ended July 31, 2010. Second Quarter Highlights: -- Same store sales: up 4.5% -- Income before income taxes: $57.3 million, up 48.8 ...
Discover to Serve as New Orange Bowl Game Title Sponsor Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 4:07AMRIVERWOODS, Ill. & MIAMI LAKES, Fla. & BRISTOL, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Discover Financial Services (NYSE: DFS), the Orange Bowl Committee and ESPN announced today that an agreement has been reached for Discover to be the title sponsor for the 2011-2014 Orange Bowl Games and the 2013 BCS National Championship Game. The Orange Bowl Game will be known as the “Discover Orange Bowl” and the 2013 BCS ...
Discover to Serve as New Orange Bowl Game Title Sponsor Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 4:00AMRIVERWOODS, Ill. & MIAMI LAKES, Fla. & BRISTOL, Conn.----Discover Financial Services , the Orange Bowl Committee and ESPN announced today that an agreement has been reached for Discover to be the title sponsor for the 2011-2014 Orange Bowl Games and the 2013 BCS National Championship Game.
This Week in Retail: NFL's Ray Lewis Looks To Be 'All Business' Off the Field Too Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 3:42AMBaltimore Ravens star linebacker and likely Hall-of-Famer Ray Lewis has drafted a new team, RL52 Realty, a full service commercial real estate advisory firm. While the firm will help advise clients on decisions affecting all property types, the official...
Danish Warship Blocks Greenpeace Arctic Oil Protest Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 2:20PMby Severin Carrell and Kirsty Scott A Greenpeace ship protesting against deep sea drilling by a British oil firm in the Arctic has been confronted by a Danish warship, and its captain threatened with arrest. read more
AIG repaying $4B in federal loans Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 1:46PMAIG is paying back nearly $4 billion in taxpayer aid, in its single biggest bailout repayment so far.
Cobbler Lady: Pam Wright finds a recipe for business success Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 1:46PMThe Leimert Park cobbler maker and entrepreneur has learned from trial and error. Her loyal customers and supporters have helped her out in tough times.
AIG Repaying Nearly $4 Billion in Federal Loans Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 1:00PMIn its single biggest repayment of bailout loans so far, American International Group Inc. said Monday it is paying back nearly $4 billion in taxpayer...