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Mortgage rates may drop despite Fed rate increase – syracuse.com

Mortgage rates may drop despite Fed rate increase  syracuse.com

The Great Student Loan Debate: Part 2

This second installment of MintLife’s 2-part series on student loans explores the types of student loan relief available, including one program that only an estimated 2% of borrowers are taking advantage of.

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What will housing credit look like in next recession?

We need to understand the credit channels in the U.S. today and why they’re so different than the period of 2002-2008.

Janet Yellen says bank deregulation may have gone too far

(Bloomberg) –Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warned that deregulatory efforts that watered down some post-2008 financial reforms might have gone too far and contributed to the recent banking crisis. “These events remind us of the urgent need to complete unfinished business: to finalize post-crisis reforms, consider whether deregulation may have gone too far and repair the … [Read more…]

3 Ways You Can Make Some Green from Legal Marijuana

Now that weed is legal in some form in half the country, find out how you can earn a living in the growing cannabis industry.

Does Medicaid Pay for Home Care?

Medicaid is a program is designed to assist families with limited income and resources. Medicaid covers various medical services, including hospitalization, doctor’s visits and nursing home care. It may also cover home care services, but it depends on the state … Continue reading →

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Fannie and Freddie Shares Plummet Amid Takeover

As financial stocks enjoyed a broad rally Monday morning, shares of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac plummeted. Yesterday morning, the Treasury formally announced the takeover of the two ailing mortgage giants, effectively wiping out common shareholders (and preferred) in the process. Under the terms of the takeover, the Treasury has enacted a four-part plan aimed… Read More »Fannie and Freddie Shares Plummet Amid Takeover

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10 Perplexingly Convoluted Films That You Had to Rewatch Immediately Just to Understand the First Time

Are you searching for films that make you immediately need to watch them again? Then we got you covered. After asking an online forum for their best, these movies were nominated most perplexing. 1. Mother! (2017) This film is, off. A man only referred to as Him has turned this large burnt-out house into a … Read more

Now up to 13 weeks: Why you should renew your passport for summer travel now

Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Although your mind may still be on spring break, it’s time to plan your summer vacation if you haven’t done so already. These 11 things should be on your summer travel checklist, including renewing your U.S. passport. As of late March, passport …