Homeowners Are Rejecting Frills The long U.S. housing downturn has led homeowners to scale back both the size of houses and the amenities found within them, but consumers are still willing to invest in energy efficiency, according to a quarterly survey by an architects’ trade group. The survey by the American Institute of Architects (AIA) […]

Consumer Confidence Dips Worries about job security flared up in September, causing a widely watched barometer of consumer confidence to dip unexpectedly. The AP’s Alina Hartounian reports… Questions or comments? Use the ‘comment’ link below. Your email address, although needed to post a comment or question, will never be published on our website.

Housing: Is the President’s Plan Saving Homes? Retailers tell of a rare monthly sales gain, a troubled homeowners program passes an important benchmark, and new claims for unemployment benefits decline. The AP’s Mark Hamrick reports… If you have questions or comments, we’d love to hear from you. Just click the ‘comment’ link below to contact […]

Relief From Overdraft Fees Several banks have dropped the excessive overdraft fees that have drawn the scorn of politicians and consumers alike. AP Personal Finance Editor Trevor Delaney explains… Questions or comments? We’d love to hear from you. Just use the ‘comment’ link below to send us your thoughts. Your email address will NOT be […]