Tag Archives: United States housing bubble

Student loans expected to be the next big bailout

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Many in the US weren't happy at all when the federal government had to bail out the bank and automotive industry when things went south. Homeowners have been given many ways during the economic...

Home Equity Loans and Their Ins and Outs

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The recession that took place a few years ago almost put the kibosh on housing equity loans. But now with the economy recovering from the shock waves of that crisis, lending for residential purposes...

Student loans bill wants to help students refinance at a lower rate

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US Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is pressing a new legislation that could help millions of people in the US struggling under student loan debit. The Federal Student Loan Refinancing Act would allow...

Of Tulips, Twitter And Other Bubble Phenomena

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One of the first historically recorded speculative bubbles happened with tulip bulbs in the Netherlands in the 1630s, when intense speculation caused an investor mania for the flower. ...

Mortgage Rates Slashed

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The Royal Bank of Canada is a source of lending and an asset builder for most Canadians. They rely on its value in their daily lives as a trustworthy enterprise. The large-scale bank cut its half-...

Five Reasons California’s Energy Efficiency Plan Flopped

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On paper, Energy Upgrade California looks like a sure winner. Under the program, California utilities have been offering qualified homeowners $4,500 in matching funds to make their homes more energy...
    






Tax Break Ending For Underwater Homeowners: Is It The Right Time?

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Here’s a startling statistic: the number of homeowners who owe more on their mortgage than their home is worth is greater than the number of residents in most states. According to the latest report...