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The State Department: Better at diplomacy than real estate?
Did the State Department low-ball the spectacular Chelston estate in Bermuda?
GDP grew at fastest pace in 1.5 years in fourth quarter
The U.S. economy grew at a 2.8 percent annual rate in the final three months of last year, the fastest growth in 2011, but slower than analysts expected.
GDP expected to come in at 3 percent
Despite optimistic numbers, concerns remain over the European economy and the extension of the payroll tax holiday.
France loses AAA in euro downgrade
Standard & Poor’s imposes a sweeping cut to the credit standing of major European nations including France.
4 mbrs of the US House-discounted loans from Countrywide
WASHINGTON — Congressional investigators said Monday that four House members received VIP discounted loans from the former Countrywide Financial Corp., the lender whose subprime mortgages was largely responsible for the nation’s foreclosure crisis.
Fed proposes reins on banks
The Federal Reserve unveiled proposed regulations to keep banks from taking the kinds of risks that triggered the U.S. financial crisis.
Cities try to set right troubled construction deals
Distressed communities are scrambling to figure out how to weather steep cuts in housing-construction funding and revive delayed and ailing projects.
Jumbo mortgages may be next in line to default
A report from Moody’s suggests that jumbo loans are headed for “strategic default” in big numbers.
Occupy Wall Street needs to occupy Congress and lobbyists
There is an unfocused financial rage finding its voice with Occupy Wall Street. Here’s how the movement can find focus and accomplish important goals.
Leaders shaping global economic policy - The Washington Post
From cabinet officials to central bankers, these leaders are making critical policy decisions that could shape the future path of the global economy.
20% rule for mortgage down payments unlikely in near future
The 20-percent proposal is still alive, but it’s temporarily bogged down in agency reviews of the roughly 12,000 comments filed by interest groups and individuals.
Obamas new debt-reduction plan to draw contrasts with Repub
Proposal coming Monday amounts to the opening move in the next debate over the economy.
Central bankers see slowing global economy but not recession
The world’s leading central bankers said Monday that while the global economy is slowing they do not expect it to enter recession, but stand ready to provide liquidity support to banks in need.
Postal Service occupies too much real estate
The money-starved U.S. Postal Service operates more than 33,000 facilities and owns or leases millions of square feet it no longer needs, according to a watchdog estimate.
Mortgage tax deductions may soon be in play
A supercommittee compromise on debt reduction may well involve the mortgage interest tax write-off because it is one of the lowest-hanging fruits.
Dollar down against major currencies
The U.S. dollar’s value has fallen this year against the Japanese yen, the Swiss franc, the British pound and the euro.
Developer behind planned Adams Morgan hotel
At 33, Brian Friedman has been through his fair share of dust-ups as a D.C. developer
Economic uncertainty leads to canceled home contracts
June saw a surge in buyers pulling out of contracts.
FHA modifies loan standards as defaults pile up
The FHA has tightened some loan standards while loosening others. These are some of the changes underway.
Courts may reshape mortgage industry
Dozens of cases across the country highlight a protracted legal wrestling match that could define the mortgage market for years to come.
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