In every cloud there is a silver lining — it looks like that adage is proving its validity once again.
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The next time a major disaster hits America, victims may not have to resort to a refugee-like exodus that takes them far from the area, as hundreds of thousands did following Hurricane Katrina.
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Imagine a place where a diverse group of the best and brightest minds gather to discuss the professional events and topics of the day. No, it’s not the hallway water cooler or a local diner but rather a virtual society where tips, techniques and opportunities are openly shared — and encouraged. Welcome to the world [...]

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Question: We are looking to buy a new home from a builder. We like the neighborhood and the price has been reduced to make it very attractive. Additionally, the builder is throwing in a number of extras, including paying all of our closing costs.
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Homeowners facing financial distress got some good news from Congress last Thursday. The House overwhelmingly approved legislation that would end the controversial practice of imposing federal income taxes on borrowers whose mortgage lenders forgive a portion of their debt as part of a “workout” or pre-foreclosure short sale arrangement.
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