Posts with tag President Obama

Viewpoint: Hey Mr. President, How About Housing?

President Obama devoted exactly 57 words to the housing crisis in his 34-minute speech about jobs. Yes, we understand that the speech was intended to be about jobs -- pass this bill -- and that the lack of jobs -- pass this bill -- has pushed Americans to the brink. Still, watching the president's speech were millions... Continue Reading »

Obama's Clean Energy Goal: What Homeowners Can Do

President Barack Obama challenged the nation during his 2011 State of the Union Address to cut energy costs so that by the year 2035 we will have 80 percent of America's electricity coming from clean energy sources. Although that's 24 years from now, there are things homeowners can do now to help cut energy usage as we... Continue Reading »

Obama Plans to Block Foreclosure Bill

As far as the housing crisis is concerned, the buck stops at President Obama's desk. The House and the Senate have passed a bill that would expand the acceptance of notarizations related to the foreclosure crisis, but Obama will use a pocket veto (he will refuse to sign the bill) to stop it from becoming law, according to... Continue Reading »

Elizabeth Warren Wants to Simplify Your Mortgage Paperwork

When I saw that Elizabeth Warren had begun her duties as President Obama's consumer-protection watchdog by holding a forum Tuesday on simplifying mortgage paperwork, one of the first things that popped into my head was a neat trick that a few mortgage professionals liked to pull back in the heady days of the home-loan... Continue Reading »

What's Hot on RentedSpaces This Week

Whether you live off-campus, or in the White House, RentedSpaces had a little something for everyone this week. Read on to see what else was hot this week. Off-Campus Rentals: Staying Safe in a College Town Don't let the excitement of being back at college this fall distract you from making safety a priority. See our tips... Continue Reading »

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