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Post-revolution Egypt: Not much better and about to get worse for the poor
Kimberly Adams Jun 10, 2013
The economic downtown that followed Egypt's uprising continues to make difficult circumstances even worse for the country's poor.
Many would-be first-time homebuyers fear taking the plunge
Mitchell Hartman Jun 4, 2013
Would-be homebuyers are nervous because of the housing crash and the instability of the job market.
Rising mortgage interest rates: A make or break moment for homebuyers?
Adriene Hill May 31, 2013
Recently, the housing market has been making headlines for making a historic recovery. New home sales, existing home sales and pending sales are all up. But so are mortgage interest rates as of this week. That's not so good, but should it make shoppers reconsider buying a home?
Home prices are rising fast. Should we be worried?
Mitchell Hartman May 28, 2013
Many economists say the housing uptick is solid and could give the recovery a needed boost. But some urge caution.
Luring developers to rebuild on polluted land
Jim Burress May 16, 2013
Sometimes the government has to kick in to convince developers to reclaim "brownfield" sites. The EPA says it's developed a good partnership in Atlanta.
How zoning affects the wealth gap
David Brancaccio May 7, 2013
Lisa Prevost's new book, 'Snob Zones: Fear, Prejudice, and Real Estate,' looks at towns that have used zoning laws to keep low- and middle-income families out, in favor of the rich moving in.
10 biggest frauds consumers fall for and your scam stories
David Lazarus Apr 26, 2013
Millions of Americans fall for the same common scams every day. Have you been a victim of one of these cons? Learn how to keep your cash safe by listening to the expert wisdom of those who have lost money to shifty schemers.
'Hi, this is Rachel' -- Avoiding robocall scams
David Lazarus Apr 26, 2013
Ever picked up the phone and heard a woman on the other end with information about your credit card who sounded totally legit? Here is some advice on how to avoid being conned by these calls.
Beware tribal payday loans
David Lazarus Apr 26, 2013
High interest payday loans are seen by critics as a fast track to endless cycles of debt for borrowers -- and there's a new breed of payday loan to watch out for.
Staying smart and safe in a world full of scams
David Lazarus Apr 26, 2013
Los Angeles Times consumer columnist offers sage advice on how to avoid fraud in all forms.
