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Consumers Want Federal Oversight of Lending

More than half of consumers surveyed by National Association of Realtors, said they favor the government taking a more active role overseeing the mortgage and lending business.

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States Step Up Foreclosure Relief Efforts

More than 30 states have adopted rules governing predatory lending, and many others have embraced foreclosure intervention or prevention programs to help keep more home owners in their homes.

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Mortgage Rates Inch Up This Week

However, Freddie Mac's chief economist expects short-term rates to remain low due to the Federal Reserve's recent cut in the discount and federal-funds rates.

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Crafting a Foreclosure Bailout No Slam-Dunk

Government officials are crafting a $40 billion plan to help delinquent home owners avoid foreclosure, but they want to make sure the plan isn't too attractive.

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