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The Iowa Veterans Home is getting nearly $24 million for renovations.

Iowa Veterans Home awarded nearly $24M for renovations

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The Iowa Veterans Home is getting nearly $24 million for renovations. More>>

Bill introduced to delay expansion of Medicare "Competitive Bidding"

A spokesman for U.S. Rep. Bruce Braley confirmed a bill was introduced Tuesday to delay the expansion of "Competitive Bidding."

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A spokesman for U.S. Rep. Bruce Braley confirmed a bill was introduced Tuesday to delay the expansion of "Competitive Bidding." More>>

2 Iowans testify against MidAmerican rate hike

Two people have testified in Des Moines against a $135 million base rate increase sought by MidAmerican Energy Co. More>>

Iowa's low-income health care bill to be signed Thursday

Gov. Terry Branstad will sign a law that expands low-income health care in Iowa this Thursday.

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Gov. Terry Branstad will sign a law that expands low-income health care in Iowa this Thursday. More>>

Company begins work on $1.8M Iowa facility

A training and development company has broken ground on a $1.8 million distribution center in eastern Iowa. More>>

Battery maker with Manchester plant files Chapter 11

Exide Technologies, a battery maker with a manufacturing facility in Manchester, has filed a voluntary Chapter 11 petition for reorganization because of the increase in cost of scrap lead.

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Exide Technologies, a battery maker with a manufacturing facility in Manchester, has filed a voluntary Chapter 11 petition for reorganization because of the increase in cost of scrap lead. More>>

Auditor to investigate spending on voter fraud

Iowa's new state auditor says she will investigate whether Iowa Secretary of State Matt Schultz properly used federal funds intended to improve election procedures to hire a state agent to investigate voter fraud. More>>

Branstad seeks alternatives to fuel tax increase

Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad says he wants to find alternatives to raising the state fuel tax to pay for road improvements. More>>

Racing and Gaming Commission will consider Linn County casino application

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The Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission will consider an application for a Linn County casino license. More>>

KWWL building in Waterloo to undergo major renovation

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KWWL today announced plans to renovate the historic KWWL building in downtown Waterloo. More>>

Gambling commission to discuss Cedar Rapids casino

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The board that regulates gambling in Iowa is discussing a proposal to build a $100 million casino in Cedar Rapids.

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Tax experts: Good safeguards in place for nonprofit applications

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Tax experts say no matter what the organization is, applying for tax exempt status is a complicated, time-consuming process. More>>

U.S. Bank now faces charges in Wasendorf saga

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The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission has filed a complaint against U.S. Bank, after last summer's financial scandal involving the head of Peregrine Financial Group, based in Cedar Falls. More>>

MidAmerican to issue customer credits after nuclear plant study

MidAmerican Energy announced Tuesday it will not build a nuclear plant and it will credit its customers half a percent of their total bills for the next year beginning in August.

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MidAmerican Energy announced Tuesday it will not build a nuclear plant and it will credit its customers half a percent of their total bills for the next year beginning in August. More>>

Iowa AG: Checks headed to more than 6,000 Iowans

The Iowa attorney general's office says more than 6,000 Iowa residents who filed foreclosure payment claims will be sent checks of about $1,480 each. More>>

College students may soon face higher loan repayment rates

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Many new college grads now face a harsh reality: finding a job, and beginning to pay off student loans, and loan repayment could get more costly for some of them. More>>

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Investors look for answers on economy from Fed
Investors look for answers on economy from Fed
Worry and speculation have consumed investors since Chairman Ben Bernanke spoke to Congress last month about the Federal Reserve's drive to keep long-term interest rates at record lows.More >>
Worry and speculation have consumed investors since Chairman Ben Bernanke spoke to Congress last month about the Federal Reserve's drive to keep long-term interest rates at record lows.More >>
Air France-KLM orders 25 wide-body Airbus A350s
Air France-KLM orders 25 wide-body Airbus A350s
Boeing Co. says it is selling 30 of its new generation 737-MAX 8 jets, extending the popularity of the fuel-efficient short-haul aircraft at the Paris Air Show.More >>
Air France-KLM ordered 25 Airbus A350 jets on Wednesday, saying the wide-body plane that flew for the first time last week will be central to its plan to expand long-haul flights after years of struggling against discount...More >>
Japan formally OKs new nuke safety requirements
Japan formally OKs new nuke safety requirements
Japan's nuclear watchdog formally approved a set of new safety requirements for atomic power plants Wednesday, paving the way for the reopening of facilities shut down since the Fukushima disaster.More >>
Japan's nuclear watchdog formally approved a set of new safety requirements for atomic power plants Wednesday, paving the way for the reopening of facilities shut down since the Fukushima disaster in a move critics...More >>
Markets drift as investors ready for Fed
Markets drift as investors ready for Fed
Asian markets were mostly lower Wednesday as investors waited for an update on the U.S. economy from the U.S. Federal Reserve.More >>
Markets drifted lower Wednesday ahead of a keenly awaited policy statement from the U.S. Federal Reserve.More >>
Study: Wiser medication use could cut health costs
Study: Wiser medication use could cut health costs
If doctors and patients used prescription drugs more wisely, they could save the U.S. health care system at least $213 billion a year, by reducing medication overuse, underuse and other flaws in care that cause...More >>
If doctors and patients used prescription drugs more wisely, they could save the U.S. health care system at least $213 billion a year, by reducing medication overuse, underuse and other flaws in care that cause complications...More >>
Stocks edge lower as investors wait on Fed
Stocks edge lower as investors wait on Fed
Stocks edged lower in early trading on Wall Street Wednesday as investors waited for word from the Federal Reserve.More >>
Stocks edged lower in early trading on Wall Street Wednesday as investors waited for word from the Federal Reserve.More >>
Cyprus okays gas plant deal with Noble, Delek
Cyprus okays gas plant deal with Noble, Delek
Cyprus' deputy government spokesman says the Cabinet has ratified a preliminary agreement with U.S. firm Noble Energy and its Israeli partners Delek Drilling and Avner Oil Exploration on their participation in...More >>
Cyprus' deputy government spokesman says the Cabinet has ratified a preliminary agreement with U.S. firm Noble Energy and its Israeli partners Delek Drilling and Avner Oil Exploration on their participation in the...More >>
Stocks edge lower as investors wait for the Fed
Stocks edge lower as investors wait for the Fed
Stocks are edging lower in early trading on Wall Street as investors hold back ahead of a policy announcement from the Federal Reserve.More >>
Stocks are edging lower in early trading on Wall Street as investors hold back ahead of a policy announcement from the Federal Reserve.More >>
Obama warns EU over high youth unemployment
Obama warns EU over high youth unemployment
President Barack Obama is suggesting Europe may need to adjust its economic policies to tackle high youth unemployment.More >>
President Barack Obama is suggesting Europe may need to adjust its economic policies to tackle high youth unemployment.More >>
FedEx 4Q profit drops as priority services lag
FedEx 4Q profit drops as priority services lag
FedEx's quarter profit is down 45 percent from a year ago as customers trade down to less-expensive delivery options and the package delivery company restructures some parts of its business.More >>
FedEx Corp.'s fourth-quarter profit fell 45 percent as international customers traded down to less-expensive delivery options.More >>

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Iowa City City Council adopts ordinance restricting use of drones
Iowa City City Council adopts ordinance restricting use of drones
Updated: Wednesday, June 19 2013 3:20 AM EDT2013-06-19 07:20:22 GMT
The Iowa City, City Council voted unanimously Tuesday night to adopt an ordinance that restricts the use of drones and red light traffic cameras in city limits.
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The Iowa City, City Council voted unanimously Tuesday night to adopt an ordinance that restricts the use of drones and red light traffic cameras in city limits.
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Justis celebrates retirement in Cedar Falls
Justis celebrates retirement in Cedar Falls
Updated: Wednesday, June 19 2013 3:14 AM EDT2013-06-19 07:14:53 GMT
A reception was held Tuesday afternoon for Bob Justis, who is retiring from the Greater Cedar Valley Alliance and Chamber of Commerce.More >>
A reception was held Tuesday afternoon for Bob Justis, who is retiring from the Greater Cedar Valley Alliance and Chamber of Commerce.More >>
Waterloo Honor Flight receives hero's welcome
Waterloo Honor Flight receives hero's welcome
Updated: Wednesday, June 19 2013 12:25 AM EDT2013-06-19 04:25:15 GMT
90 area veterans received a hero's welcome on Tuesday night. The Waterloo Honor Flight departed early in the morning for the nation's capitol. More >>
90 area veterans received a hero's welcome on Tuesday night. The Waterloo Honor Flight departed early in the morning for the nation's capitol. Once there, the men toured their respective war memorials, in addition to other attractions.More >>
Waterloo based Iowa Army National Guard Unit welcomed home
Waterloo based Iowa Army National Guard Unit welcomed home
Updated: Tuesday, June 18 2013 7:05 PM EDT2013-06-18 23:05:47 GMT
Fifty soldiers with the 2-211th General Support Aviation Battalion came home around 11 a.m. Tuesday after serving in Afghanistan for almost a year.
Fifty soldiers with the 2-211th General Support Aviation Battalion came home around 11 a.m. Tuesday after serving in Afghanistan for almost a year.More >>
Fifty soldiers with the 2-211th General Support Aviation Battalion came home around 11 a.m. Tuesday after serving in Afghanistan for almost a year.More >>
Former Waterloo social worker loses license indefinitely
Former Waterloo social worker loses license indefinitely
Updated: Tuesday, June 18 2013 4:33 PM EDT2013-06-18 20:33:32 GMT
A former Waterloo social worker has lost his license indefinitely for making inappropriate comments to clients and drinking on the job.
A former Waterloo social worker has lost his license indefinitely for making inappropriate comments to clients and drinking on the job.More >>
A former Waterloo social worker has lost his license indefinitely for making inappropriate comments to clients and drinking on the job.More >>
UPDATE: 72-year-old's name released, arrest made in Cedar Rapids stabbing
UPDATE: 72-year-old's name released, arrest made in Cedar Rapids stabbing
Updated: Tuesday, June 18 2013 4:07 PM EDT2013-06-18 20:07:53 GMT
An older man was assaulted in Cedar Rapids early Sunday morning.
An older man was assaulted in Cedar Rapids early Sunday morning.More >>
An older man was assaulted in Cedar Rapids early Sunday morning.More >>
Waterloo National Guard unit brings 50 home from Afghanistan
Waterloo National Guard unit brings 50 home from Afghanistan
Updated: Tuesday, June 18 2013 1:19 PM EDT2013-06-18 17:19:23 GMT
A community homecoming ceremony will happen Tuesday morning for about 50 soldiers with the Waterloo-based 2-211th General Support Aviation Battalion.
A homecoming for around 50 soldiers Tuesday morning brought out dozens in the community to welcome them back.More >>
A homecoming for around 50 soldiers Tuesday morning brought out dozens in the community to welcome them back.More >>
Second Waterloo Honor Flight of 2013 leaves Tuesday
Second Waterloo Honor Flight of 2013 leaves Tuesday
Updated: Tuesday, June 18 2013 12:47 PM EDT2013-06-18 16:47:30 GMT
The June 2013 Honor Flight out of Waterloo left Tuesday morning from the Waterloo Regional Airport for Washington D.C.
The June 2013 Honor Flight out of Waterloo left Tuesday morning from the Waterloo Regional Airport for Washington D.C.More >>
The June 2013 Honor Flight out of Waterloo left Tuesday morning from the Waterloo Regional Airport for Washington D.C.More >>
Early morning fire damages Cedar Rapids apartment
Early morning fire damages Cedar Rapids apartment
Updated: Tuesday, June 18 2013 12:42 PM EDT2013-06-18 16:42:05 GMT
Cedar Rapids authorities are investigating an early morning apartment fire Tuesday.
Cedar Rapids authorities are investigating an early morning apartment fire Tuesday.More >>
Cedar Rapids authorities are investigating an early morning apartment fire Tuesday.More >>
Cedar Rapids woman crowned Mrs. Iowa
Cedar Rapids woman crowned Mrs. Iowa
Updated: Tuesday, June 18 2013 11:56 AM EDT2013-06-18 15:56:45 GMT
A Cedar Rapids woman won the crown in the Mrs. Iowa America 2013 competition.More >>
A Cedar Rapids woman won the crown in the Mrs. Iowa America 2013 competition.More >>

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Harrington transfers from Alabama to Iowa
Harrington transfers from Alabama to Iowa
Updated: Thursday, June 13 2013 11:50 PM EDT2013-06-14 03:50:54 GMT
Former Cedar Falls high school standout James Harrington announces that he is transferring to Iowa to run track after just one year at Alabama. Harrington who ranks as one of the greatest Iowa high schoolMore >>
Former Cedar Falls high school standout James Harrington announces that he is transferring to Iowa to run track after just one year at Alabama. Harrington who ranks as one of the greatest Iowa high schoolMore >>
Kee High sweeps Sumner-Fredericksburg in baseball
Kee High sweeps Sumner-Fredericksburg in baseball
Updated: Tuesday, June 11 2013 11:45 AM EDT2013-06-11 15:45:33 GMT
Kee High Head Baseball Coach Gene Schultz earned the 1711th and 1712th victories of his illustrious career as the Kee Hawks swept Sumner-Fredericksburg in a double-header last night in Sumner.More >>
Kee High Head Baseball Coach Gene Schultz earned the 1711th and 1712th victories of his illustrious career as the Kee Hawks swept Sumner-Fredericksburg in a double-header last night in Sumner.More >>
UNI's Kalin to play pro ball in Israel
UNI's Kalin to play pro ball in Israel
Updated: Tuesday, June 11 2013 11:44 AM EDT2013-06-11 15:44:24 GMT
Jacqui Kalin will look to continue her memorable basketball career after signing with a professional women's basketball team in Israel. More >>
Jacqui Kalin will look to continue her memorable basketball career after signing with a professional women's basketball team in Israel. More >>

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Tips to make next year's taxes less stressful
Tips to make next year's taxes less stressful
Most of us approach taxes as something to put off thinking about until absolutely necessary. However, with a bit of forethought and preparation, you can make next year's taxes go much more smoothly.More >>
Most of us approach taxes as something to put off thinking about until absolutely necessary. However, with a bit of forethought and preparation, you can make next year's taxes go much more smoothly.More >>
How to safeguard your tax returns from identity theft
How to safeguard your tax returns from identity theft
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Identity thieves are sophisticated and may get your information despite your best efforts. That doesn't mean, however, that common sense precautions don't work.More >>
Identity thieves are sophisticated and may get your information despite your best efforts. That doesn't mean, however, that common sense precautions don't work.More >>
Use your tax refund wisely
Use your tax refund wisely
Eight smart ways to spend that bonus paycheckMore >>
Eight smart ways to spend that bonus paycheckMore >>
Mortgage and home tax deductions
Mortgage and home tax deductions
What federal tax deductions can you take for a mortgage and other home ownership expenses?More >>
What federal tax deductions can you take for a mortgage and other home ownership expenses?More >>
6 steps to take if you can't pay your taxes
6 steps to take if you can't pay your taxes
If you owe money this year, and lack enough money in reserves to pay the entire debt, you can take many steps to stay on Uncle Sam's good side.More >>
If you owe money this year, and lack enough money in reserves to pay the entire debt, you can take many steps to stay on Uncle Sam's good side.More >>
The new tax rules explained
The new tax rules explained
Congress and President Obama may have avoided the fiscal cliff, but that does not mean taxpayers escaped tax increases.More >>
Congress and President Obama may have avoided the fiscal cliff, but that does not mean taxpayers escaped tax increases.More >>
IRS plans January 30th tax season opening for 1040 filers
IRS plans January 30th tax season opening
Following the tax law changes made under the American Taxpayer Relief Act, the IRSit plans to open the 2013 filing season and begin processing individual income tax returns on Jan. 30.More >>
Following the tax law changes made under the American Taxpayer Relief Act, the IRSit plans to open the 2013 filing season and begin processing individual income tax returns on Jan. 30.More >>
House joins Senate to OK bill that avoids fiscal cliff
House joins Senate to OK bill that avoids fiscal cliff
The House of Representatives settled on an 11th-hour agreement that averted widespread tax increases and spending cuts that were set to kick in Jan. 1.More >>
The House of Representatives settled on an 11th-hour agreement that averted widespread tax increases and spending cuts that were set to kick in Jan. 1.More >>
10 ways to use your tax refund to improve your finances
10 ways to use your tax refund to improve your finances
10 ways to use your income tax refund to get out of debt, build a brighter future.More >>
Fiscal cliff: Mortgage deduction is safe for most
Fiscal cliff: Mortgage deduction is safe for most
Should you be worried that Congress will take away your mortgage interest deduction as part of the "fiscal cliff" negotiations? For most homeowners, the answer is "no."More >>
Should you be worried that Congress will take away your mortgage interest deduction as part of the "fiscal cliff" negotiations? For the great majority of homeowners, the answer is "no."More >>

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Experience or education: Which one lands you the job?
Experience or education: Which one lands you the job?
Here are some factors to consider when it comes to the duel between education and experience.More >>
Here are some factors to consider when it comes to the duel between education and experience.More >>
Financial advice for newlyweds
Financial advice for newlyweds
If you are saying "I do" (or recently did), it's time to get serious not only about your relationship, but about your future financial outlook as a couple.More >>
If you are saying "I do" (or recently did), it's time to get serious not only about your relationship, but about your future financial outlook as a couple.More >>
Get a bank job in 50 days
Get a bank job in 50 days
Banking professionals have only about seven weeks - 50 days, to be exact - to find a new post in the financial services industry after leaving an old one.More >>
Banking professionals have only about seven weeks - 50 days, to be exact - to find a new post in the financial services industry after leaving an old one.More >>
Is real estate ever a wise investment for retirees?
Is real estate ever a wise investment for retirees?
With real estate investing a hot topic, here's a look at whether it's the right choice for retirees.More >>
With real estate investing a hot topic, here's a look at whether it's the right choice for retirees.More >>
Boost your budget using what you already have
Boost your budget using what you already have
Here are six ways to make and save a little extra cash each month.More >>
Here are six ways to make and save a little extra cash each month.More >>
Stop keeping up with the Joneses - they're broke
Stop keeping up with the Joneses - they're broke
A closer look at what you're spending might put your own lifestyle in a different light.More >>
Just as most people consider themselves to be above-average drivers, most people assume they aren't the ones doing needless spending. However, a closer look at what you're spending might put your own lifestyle in a different light.More >>
How to start saving for retirement
How to start saving for retirement
Much of the investment and financial advice out there is designed for people who've already started saving and investing for the future. What we hope to do here, then, is outline some strategies for starting the process.More >>
Much of the investment and financial advice out there is designed for people who've already started saving and investing for the future. What we hope to do here, then, is outline some strategies for starting the process.More >>
Planning your second career
Planning your second career
Most Americans plan on working after they become eligible to retire, and many of these will seek out new career paths as they extend their working years.More >>
Most Americans plan on working after they become eligible to retire, and many of these will seek out new career paths as they extend their working years. Here, we take a look at a few important considerations when planning a second career.More >>
Should you do a financial fast?
Should you do a financial fast?
Curtail spending for 21 days to bolster money skills.More >>
Curtail spending for 21 days to bolster money skills.More >>
10 great summer jobs for teens
10 great summer jobs for teens
The type of summer job any teen opts for should be based upon his or her current and desired skillsets and on his or her ultimate career goals, thus proving that it's never too early to start considering the future.More >>
The type of summer job any teen opts for should be based upon his or her current and desired skillsets and on his or her ultimate career goals, thus proving that it's never too early to start considering the future.More >>

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Economy may have lasting effect on young people's outlook
Economy may have lasting effect on young people's outlook
Happiness seems be a generational thing, new research suggests. Life satisfaction generally increases with age, but a person's overall level of satisfaction appears to depend on when he or she was born.More >>
Happiness seems be a generational thing, new research suggests. Life satisfaction generally increases with age, but a person's overall level of satisfaction appears to depend on when he or she was born.More >>
What the new mortgage rules mean for borrowers
What the new mortgage rules mean for borrowers
The CFPB has rolled out long-awaited new rules for residential mortgages. So what will be the impact on mortgage borrowers?More >>
The CFPB has rolled out long-awaited new rules for residential mortgages. So what will be the impact on mortgage borrowers?More >>
New qualified mortgage rules released
New qualified mortgage rules released
Long-awaited "qualified mortgage" rules have been issued by the CFPB, setting forth guidelines to protect borrowers from predatory lending.More >>
Long-awaited "qualified mortgage" rules have been issued by the CFPB, setting forth guidelines to protect borrowers from predatory lending.More >>
House joins Senate to OK bill that avoids fiscal cliff
House joins Senate to OK bill that avoids fiscal cliff
The House of Representatives settled on an 11th-hour agreement that averted widespread tax increases and spending cuts that were set to kick in Jan. 1.More >>
The House of Representatives settled on an 11th-hour agreement that averted widespread tax increases and spending cuts that were set to kick in Jan. 1.More >>
Fiscal cliff: Mortgage deduction is safe for most
Fiscal cliff: Mortgage deduction is safe for most
Should you be worried that Congress will take away your mortgage interest deduction as part of the "fiscal cliff" negotiations? For most homeowners, the answer is "no."More >>
Should you be worried that Congress will take away your mortgage interest deduction as part of the "fiscal cliff" negotiations? For the great majority of homeowners, the answer is "no."More >>
Bank of America to forgive 150,000 second liens
Bank of America to forgive 150,000 second liens
Bank of America is erasing the debt on 150,000 second liens for mortgage borrowers in financial difficulty.More >>
Bank of America is erasing the debt on 150,000 second liens for mortgage borrowers in financial difficulty.More >>
Young cancer survivors say costs hinder follow-up care
Young cancer survivors say costs hinder follow-up care
Many teen and young adult cancer survivors in the United States go without routine medical care because it's too expensive, a new study finds.More >>
Many teen and young adult cancer survivors in the United States go without routine medical care because it's too expensive, a new study finds.More >>
Family health insurance premiums jump 4 percent in 2012
Family health insurance premiums jump 4 percent in 2012
U.S. families are paying 4 percent more in annual premiums for their employer-sponsored family health coverage this year.More >>
U.S. families are paying 4 percent more in annual premiums for their employer-sponsored family health coverage this year.More >>
9 things to consider before loaning money to a loved one
9 things to consider before loaning money to a loved one
Perhaps the only thing more difficult than watching someone you love struggle financially is having that person ask you for money.More >>
Perhaps the only thing more difficult than watching someone you love struggle financially is having that person ask you for money.More >>
Is it time to rethink adjustable-rate mortgages?
Is it time to rethink adjustable-rate mortgages?
You don't hear a lot about adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs) these days. That's too bad, because they're still a good choice for many homebuyers, believe it or not.More >>
You don't hear a lot about adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs) these days. That's too bad, because they're still a good choice for many homebuyers, believe it or not.More >>

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