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• The Best Used Cars To Consider Before Buying New
  July 02, 2009
  Even with all the great deals out there for new cars, considering a used vehicle is still the best option for many peoples' budgets.
• June Auto Sales: Ford, Chrysler, and Toyota Down, GM Up
  July 01, 2009
  Auto sales for June were mixed, but mostly down. Ford, Chrysler, and Toyota all posted drops in sales as the weak economy and uncertain employment situations remain on consumers' minds.
• Making Home Affordable Refinance Program Expanded
  July 01, 2009
  The expansion of the program includes participation by borrowers who are current but up to 125 percent underwater on their mortgage.
• Pending Home Sales Up for 4 Months in a Row
  July 01, 2009
  The economy continues to show mild signs of improvement. Pending home sales are up again for the fourth straight month.
• New Consumer Protection Office Proposed by NCUA
  June 30, 2009
  National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) Chairman Michael E. Fryzel announced that he will propose the creation of an NCUA Consumer Protection Office in the 2010 Agency Budget.
• 2009 US Mint Presidential $1 Coin and First Spouse Medal Set Available July 14
  June 30, 2009
  The set, priced at $8.95, includes an uncirculated John Tyler Presidential $1 Coin and a bronze medal bearing the portrait of Letitia Tyler.
• Debit Card Use Higher Than Credit Card Use in 2008
  June 28, 2009
  This change may reflect consumers' desire to reduce or prevent credit card debt.
• The FDIC Closed 5 Banks On Friday
  June 26, 2009
  The FDIC closed Community Bank of West Georgia, Neighborhood Community Bank, Newnan, Georgia, Horizon Bank, Pine City, Minnesota, Mirae Bank, Los Angeles and MetroPacific Bank, Irvine, California on Friday.
• Federal Credit Unions Turn 75 Years Old
  June 26, 2009
  The purpose of the law was to make credit available and promote thrift through a national system of non-profit, cooperative credit unions.
• 30 Year Fixed Mortgage Rates On The Rise
  June 25, 2009
  Mortgage rates rise for 30 year fixed loans, but decrease for 15 year fixed loans.
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