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Countrywide to Pay Back $108 Million for Charging Homeowners Excessive Fees
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 06/8/2010
- Current Events
The FTC reported on Monday that Countrywide is accused of overcharging troubled homeowners for default-related services.
Consumer Confidence Rises Dramatically
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 04/28/2009
- Current Events
Data from a monthly survey signals that consumers are feeling better about the overall economy.
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ABA: Consumer Loan Delinquencies Continue to Decrease
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 07/9/2010
- Current Events
The American Bankers Association reported on Wednesday that consumer loan delinquencies fell in the first quarter 2010 for the third quarter in a row.
Unemployment Rate Down to 9.5%
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 07/2/2010
- Current Events
The Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today that June's unemployment rate dropped from 9.7% to 9.5%, but also that the economy lost 125,000 jobs.
Consumer Confidence Drops in June
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 06/29/2010
- Current Events
The Conference Board reported on Tuesday that consumers are getting more pessimistic.
How Do ID Thieves Amass $10 Million? A Tiny Amount Many Times
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 06/28/2010
- Current Events
The FTC reported that a scam operation is being charged with making over $10 million in unauthorized credit and debit charges that mostly went unnoticed by their victims.
$1.5 Billion Approved for Hardest Hit States
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 06/23/2010
- Current Events
Five states, Arizona, California, Florida, Michigan, and Nevada will share $1.5 billion to help homeowners prevent foreclosure, the Treasury Department announced on Wednesday.
Invest in a Fun Family Activity
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 06/21/2010
- Your Money
You can save money on entertainment in the long run by investing in activities that will be enjoyable for years to come.
May Unemployment Rate Falls in 37 States and DC
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 06/18/2010
- Current Events
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today that the jobless rate decreased in most states for May.
$9 Million in Grants for Veterans' Green Jobs Training
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 06/16/2010
- Current Events
The Labor Department announced on Tuesday that $9 million in grants will go towards training thousands of veterans to work in green industries.
NAHB: Americans Are Buying Smaller Homes
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 06/15/2010
- Current Events
According to a report by the National Association of Home Builders, the average size of new single-family homes has decreased and buyers are opting for fewer bedrooms and bathrooms.
TARP Repayments Surpass Amount Owed
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 06/12/2010
- Current Events
The Treasury Department reported on Friday that TARP repayments of $194 billion exceed the outstanding balance of $190 billion.
