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TransUnion and the good news: auto loan delinquencies go down
Things are starting to pick up for the car industry, reports the Wall Street Journal. That's because a TransUnion study has indicated that delinquency rates for consumer auto loans that are at least 60 days past due decreased substantially in the second quarter of 2010. This welcome sign of recovery was a nice addition to ...
Small bump for stock exchanges as reduced number of unemployed claims tend to be submitted
Jobless claims are at an all time high. However, the number of new jobless claims got a small reprieve lately. The last six months are somewhat dismal for employment, though temporary boosts were provided by seasonal employment around the holidays and the U.S. census. That is some good news on that front, though housing remains ...
Americans wake up to realize McMansions have become a waste
McMansions are history. Count this symbol of American excess, waste and poor taste as an additional casualty of the housing crisis. New research is showing that large, rambling, costly homes packed close together in cul-de-sacs have fallen from grace. Smaller floor plans and more practical amenities are becoming the norm. Realtors and architects believe the ...
Cut down on danger of vehicle mishaps with Naruse pedal
Cars have separate pedals for brakes, gas, and for shifting gears. This can actually cause problems. There just hasn't been a good enough option, though a jet fighter style throttle would be Awesome. This can pose issues, as a person who jams a foot down in an emergency can hit the gas rather than the ...
Actress Jennifer Freeman accused of assaulting spouse Earl Watson
Actress Jennifer Freeman, from "My Wife and Kids," is accused of assaulting her NBA star spouse, Earl Watson. According to lawful papers filed last week by Watson, Jennifer allegedly attacked Watson because he was curious about a suspicious text message Jennifer had received close to midnight. Watson filed for divorce following the Aug. 1 incident, ...
