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15 cities where you don't want to own a home
5/22/2013
- Business Insider
Do you own a home, or are you planning to buy one, in one of what are estimated to be the 15 worst housing markets for the next five years? Read this article to find out. Read More
Industry optimism brings record crowds to RECon 2013
5/22/2013
- YouTube
Optimism was apparent during this year's productive RECon 2013, which hosted 35,000 attendees and more companies than ever before, after developers and landlords experienced a few leaner years. "We're Read More
Bank of Japan's resolve on stimulus lifts Asian shares
5/22/2013
- Bloomberg
The Bank of Japan's commitment to stimulus helped buoy many Asian markets Wednesday. The Nikkei jumped 1.60% to 15,627.26, and the Kospi added 0.64% to 1,993.83 while the Hang Seng eased 0.45% to 23,2 Read More
Pros and cons of converting a 401(k) into an annuity
5/22/2013
- Reuters
Annuities, which promise to translate retirement investments into a steady income stream, are growing in popularity, but they carry risks that investors need to consider, experts say. For example, gua Read More
Study offers options to reduce storm-surge risk in La. parishes
5/22/2013
- Advocate (Baton Rouge, La.), The
A study by the Army Corps of Engineers provides options for mitigating the risk of storm surges in three Louisiana parishes. The Pontchartrain Levee District backs an option known as Alternative D, wh Read More
Uncertainty about director reportedly hampers CFPB progress
5/22/2013
- Bloomberg Government (subscription required)
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is struggling to recruit a deputy director, assert its authority and work with states as planned since a court ruling cast doubts on the legitimacy of Director Read More
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