No bankruptcy help for homeowners
The Obama administration lost a bid to add a powerful weapon in its fight against foreclosure Thursday, after the Senate voted down a proposal to allow bankruptcy judges to modify mortgages.

The Obama administration lost a bid to add a powerful weapon in its fight against foreclosure Thursday, after the Senate voted down a proposal to allow bankruptcy judges to modify mortgages.
Lenders continued to rewrite troubled mortgages at a fast clip during March, but the weakening economy still sent foreclosure starts soaring to a record high.
Unhappy homebuilders make for unhappy stock market investors.
Cumming, Cumming - Cumming, GA, Forsyth County Home for Sale 5 Bed 3 Baths
Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 3
Cumming, GA, Forsyth County Home for Sale 5 Bed 3 Baths
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Kay Shumate PRUDENTIAL GEORGIA REALTY
Phone: 7705969041
Engineering, manufacturing and design firm Pak/Teem said Wednesday it has moved from Sharonville to a larger building in Woodlawn.
The nation’s air has gotten marginally better over the past 10 years, according to an annual report released Wednesday, but many cities still suffer from severe pollution problems.
The International Bank for Reconstruction and Development, one of the two development institutions that make up the World Bank, will stay put at 1776 G St. NW for five more years. (WRE)
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Paying off debt paid off handsomely for First Potomac Realty Trust last quarter as a retirement of convertible debt lifted results. (FPO)
Acworth, Acworth - Acworth, GA, Cobb County Home for Sale 3 Bed 3 Baths
Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 3
Acworth, GA, Cobb County Home for Sale 3 Bed 3 Baths
This Home Is A 10! There Are Too Many Features And Not Enough Space! Minutes From Allatoona Lake This Stunning Home Includes A Wonderful Open Floor Plan, Hardwd Floors, Designer Decor, Professional Landscp & Sprinkler Sys.and A Great Location W/ Easy Access To Major Hwys,restaurants And Shopping.
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Sandra B Bryant PRUDENTIAL GEORGIA REALTY
Phone: 6788385033
Canton, Canton - Canton, GA, Cherokee County Home for Sale 3 Bed 3 Baths
Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 3
Canton, GA, Cherokee County Home for Sale 3 Bed 3 Baths
Reduced 0,000. Custom Built Ranch Home. Former Model With Upgrades Galore. 2 Car Garage On Main Level With Additional Garage In Basement. Corner Lot.
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Barbara Carrio PRUDENTIAL GEORGIA REALTY
Phone: 6785761110
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The Obama administration said Tuesday it is expanding its foreclosure prevention program to cover second mortgages and to direct more troubled borrowers to the Hope for Homeowners program.
LCA-Vision Inc. recorded a $2.8 million loss in the first quarter, reversing a year-ago profit of $6.9 million. (LCAV)
The weak housing market continued to plague home sellers in February as home prices extended their losing streak to 31 consecutive months, according to a report issued Tuesday.
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Acworth, Acworth - Acworth, GA, Paulding County Home for Sale 5 Bed 4 Baths
Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 4
Acworth, GA, Paulding County Home for Sale 5 Bed 4 Baths
Perfect 10*brick*fireside Keep Rm Open To Oversize Kit & Bkfst Rm*2 Sty Family Rm W/wall Of Windows*grand Master Ste W/hardwoods, Sit Rm & Excercise Rm*bdrm On Main*sep Lr*dr W/butlers Pantry*2ndry Bdrms W/volume Ceilings*open Stairs To Full Daylight Bsmt*3 Car Garage*deck & Patio*culdesac
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Elizabeth Mangum PRUDENTIAL GEORGIA REALTY
Phone: 6788385084
Demand in the hospitality industry may be weak, but demand for shares of LaSalle Hotel Properties isn’t. (LHO)
Lawrenceville, Lawrenceville - Lawrenceville, GA, Gwinnett County Home for Sale 4 Bed 3 Baths
Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3
Lawrenceville, GA, Gwinnett County Home for Sale 4 Bed 3 Baths
Instant Equity, Priced Below Market For Fast Sale. 4 Br/2.5 Ba One Owner Home. Private Fenced Yard. Kitchen Has Lots Of Cabinets & An Island.
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David Karas PRUDENTIAL GEORGIA REALTY
Phone: 7708448484
Atlanta, Atlanta - Atlanta, GA, Fulton County Rental 1 Bed 1 Baths
Bedrooms: 1 Bathrooms: 1
Atlanta, GA, Fulton County Rental 1 Bed 1 Baths
Great Location! Absolutely Adorable One Bedroom/bath Condo! Close To Buckhead - Convenient To 285 & Shopping! Hardwood Floors, Sunroom - Very Charming!
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Cassie Mccormack PRUDENTIAL GEORGIA REALT
Phone: 7708142300
Cumming, Cumming - Cumming, GA, Forsyth County Townhouse/Condo for Sale 3 Bed 2 Baths
Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2
Cumming, GA, Forsyth County Townhouse/Condo for Sale 3 Bed 2 Baths
Remodeled And Pristine! Escape For The Summer, Weekends Or Anytime! New High-end Hardwood Floors, Carpet, Designer Paint, Lighting And Fixtures. Walk To The Marina & Community Dock. Huge Storage Unit W/exterior Entry Under The Deck. Private, Quiet Corner Unit. Minutes From 400, Shopping And Hospital
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Linda Petrilli PRUDENTIAL GEORGIA REALTY
Phone: 4043860879
Lawrenceville, Lawrenceville - Lawrenceville, GA, Gwinnett County Home for Sale 5 Bed 4 Baths
Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 4
Lawrenceville, GA, Gwinnett County Home for Sale 5 Bed 4 Baths
Southern Charm-rocking Ch Frt Porch. Mst On Main. Spac Kit W/newer Appl, Sunny Brk Area Overlooks Lge Prvt Bkyd. Vault Fam Rm. Catwalk Overlook Brk Fp W/gas Logs. Lg Sec Bed On Upper Lvl. Huge Teen Ste. Fin Bsmt W/bed, Full Ba, Exercise Rm, Rec Rm & Bar. French Doors To Patio* Marg Holt Elementary
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Susan B Hamberger PRUDENTIAL GEORGIA REALTY
Phone: 7709723811
Cal Expo leaders have a chicken and egg issue.
Five Honolulu residents have been indicted for committing mortgage fraud.
A King Soopers-anchored shopping center in Broomfield, near FlatIron Crossing mall, has been sold for $13.1 million, according to Broomfield County real estate records. (BLK)