new-homes-for-dollar-down-moneywatch: Personal Finance News from Yahoo! Finance
"According to The Daily's report, the developer stands to lose nothing as they receive the full purchase price, regardless of the buyer's ability to continue making mortgage payments.
This risk in this scenario is assumed by two government programs (in other words, you the taxpayer) that guarantee the loans for those who want a house but lack the cash for a standard down payment and closing costs."
Saturday, May 07, 2011
FundingCrisis?
FundingCrisis
"Also, please take time to email your legislators and advocate on behalf of our children...no additional cuts and proper funding of our schools."
If each teacher and administrator paid 25% of their own health care costs, how does that hurt students?
"Also, please take time to email your legislators and advocate on behalf of our children...no additional cuts and proper funding of our schools."
If each teacher and administrator paid 25% of their own health care costs, how does that hurt students?
Try Not to Think of a Waterboard
Try Not to Think of a Waterboard - WSJ.com
"Of course, without waterboarding, Osama bin Laden might also be alive, and who knows how many Americans might be dead from unthwarted terrorist attacks"
"Of course, without waterboarding, Osama bin Laden might also be alive, and who knows how many Americans might be dead from unthwarted terrorist attacks"
Forums on budget deficit planned in Mona Shores
Forums on budget deficit planned in Mona Shores MLive.com
"A community forum to discuss the Mona Shores Public Schools budget for next year has been scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Monday at the administration building, 3374 McCracken.
The district is facing about a $4 million deficit for next school year and has sought staff and community suggestions on where to cut spending without hurting students.
The public also is invited to attend the school board's retreat scheduled for 8 a.m. May 21 at the administration building.
By then, it's expected the board will have a list of potential cuts for community members to review and comment on.
More information is available at the district's website, www.monashores.net."
"A community forum to discuss the Mona Shores Public Schools budget for next year has been scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Monday at the administration building, 3374 McCracken.
The district is facing about a $4 million deficit for next school year and has sought staff and community suggestions on where to cut spending without hurting students.
The public also is invited to attend the school board's retreat scheduled for 8 a.m. May 21 at the administration building.
By then, it's expected the board will have a list of potential cuts for community members to review and comment on.
More information is available at the district's website, www.monashores.net."
Michigan attorney general sues over housemate benefits ruling
Michigan attorney general sues over housemate benefits ruling detnews.com The Detroit News
"Michigan Attorney General Bill Schuette filed a lawsuit Friday against the Civil Service Commission, alleging it exceeded its authority when it extended health benefits to housemates of state employees."
"Michigan Attorney General Bill Schuette filed a lawsuit Friday against the Civil Service Commission, alleging it exceeded its authority when it extended health benefits to housemates of state employees."
Friday, May 06, 2011
Farewell, My Lovely
Farewell, My Lovely - Reason Magazine
"The Democratic Party has folded Sacramento into one of the tightest one-party grips in contemporary American politics.
In November, bucking the national trend, Democrats in California won not just the governorship but 51 Assembly seats to Republicans’ 29, 24 state Senate seats to Republicans’ 14, and every statewide office.
With the passage of a referendum lowering the number of legislative votes required to approve a state budget (from a two-thirds majority to a simple majority), California is that rarest of land masses for the 2011 Democratic Party: conquered territory.
State Democrats have freedom to rule virtually unchallenged by the scattered, rusticated Republicans."
"The Democratic Party has folded Sacramento into one of the tightest one-party grips in contemporary American politics.
In November, bucking the national trend, Democrats in California won not just the governorship but 51 Assembly seats to Republicans’ 29, 24 state Senate seats to Republicans’ 14, and every statewide office.
With the passage of a referendum lowering the number of legislative votes required to approve a state budget (from a two-thirds majority to a simple majority), California is that rarest of land masses for the 2011 Democratic Party: conquered territory.
State Democrats have freedom to rule virtually unchallenged by the scattered, rusticated Republicans."
Lessons of Teacher Labor Markets
Lessons of Teacher Labor Markets [Michigan Capitol Confidential]
"public schools posting teacher job openings were receiving hundreds and even thousands of applications.
For example, according to the Macomb Daily, the Chippewa Valley school district received almost 19,000 applications for just 71 teacher openings last year"
We all "shop" for the lowest price we will pay to get the product or service we need.
Except when public unions interfere with our CHOICE.
And it is UNSUSTAINABLE!
Choice and sustainability.
What a concept!
"public schools posting teacher job openings were receiving hundreds and even thousands of applications.
For example, according to the Macomb Daily, the Chippewa Valley school district received almost 19,000 applications for just 71 teacher openings last year"
We all "shop" for the lowest price we will pay to get the product or service we need.
Except when public unions interfere with our CHOICE.
And it is UNSUSTAINABLE!
Choice and sustainability.
What a concept!
Show Your Thanks to World War II Vets by Watching This 2-min Video
Show Your Thanks to World War II Vets by Watching This 2-min Video Show Your Thanks to World War II Veterans Before It's Too Late!
"Can you help spread this important message?
This story is incredible.
Send this touching two-minute video about World War II veterans to FIVE friends and family to remind them that every day alive in this great, free country is truly a bonus"
"Can you help spread this important message?
This story is incredible.
Send this touching two-minute video about World War II veterans to FIVE friends and family to remind them that every day alive in this great, free country is truly a bonus"
A.J. Foyt to drive this year's Indy 500 Pace Car
A.J. Foyt to drive this year's Indy 500 Pace Car The Indianapolis Star indystar.com
"A.J. Foyt was named today to drive the pace car for the Indianapolis 500 on May 29.
Foyt will replace Donald Trump."
"A.J. Foyt was named today to drive the pace car for the Indianapolis 500 on May 29.
Foyt will replace Donald Trump."
Nearly Half Of Detroiters Can’t Read
Report: Nearly Half Of Detroiters Can’t Read « CBS Detroit
"According to a new report, 47 percent of Detroiters are ”functionally illiterate.”"
"According to a new report, 47 percent of Detroiters are ”functionally illiterate.”"
Quote Of The Day: Parsing Chrysler’s Payback Edition
Quote Of The Day: Parsing Chrysler’s Payback Edition The Truth About Cars
"Once again, a slickly-phrased “payback” claim trumps any sense of responsibility at Treasury to be transparent with taxpayers.
And a quick survey of the media indicates that Geithner’s use of the singular has worked quite effectively."
Liars all!
"Once again, a slickly-phrased “payback” claim trumps any sense of responsibility at Treasury to be transparent with taxpayers.
And a quick survey of the media indicates that Geithner’s use of the singular has worked quite effectively."
Liars all!
Students with Bush on 9/11 Look Back After bin Laden Death
Students with Bush on 9/11 Look Back After bin Laden Death - TIME
"There has rarely been a starker juxtaposition of evil and innocence than the moment President George W. Bush received the news about 9/11 while reading The Pet Goat with second-graders in Sarasota, Fla."
Compelling memories.
"There has rarely been a starker juxtaposition of evil and innocence than the moment President George W. Bush received the news about 9/11 while reading The Pet Goat with second-graders in Sarasota, Fla."
Compelling memories.
Economy adds 244k jobs, rate ticks up to 9 pct.
My Way News - Economy adds 244k jobs, rate ticks up to 9 pct.
"Including part-time workers who would rather be working full time, plus people who have given up looking altogether, the percentage of 'underemployed' people rose to 15.9 percent in April."
"Including part-time workers who would rather be working full time, plus people who have given up looking altogether, the percentage of 'underemployed' people rose to 15.9 percent in April."
Devout Muslim stalks his step-daughter over four states 'before killing her for being too Western'
Devout Muslim stalks his step-daughter over four states 'before killing her for being too Western' Mail Online
"A devout Muslim tracked his step-daughter over four states to murder her for bringing dishonour on her family, according to police."
"A devout Muslim tracked his step-daughter over four states to murder her for bringing dishonour on her family, according to police."
Wally and the Beav join the thought police
Wally and the Beav join the thought police
"Their charges were fully and nastily race-based. Among other racial sins, Breitbart and Trump stood accused of advancing my thesis that Bill Ayers was the primary craftsman of Barack Obama's acclaimed memoir, 'Dreams from My Father.'"
"Their charges were fully and nastily race-based. Among other racial sins, Breitbart and Trump stood accused of advancing my thesis that Bill Ayers was the primary craftsman of Barack Obama's acclaimed memoir, 'Dreams from My Father.'"
Thursday, May 05, 2011
Fix pensions instead of firing teachers
Fix pensions instead of firing teachers - Orange Punch - The Orange County Register
"In her latest piece she makes the case that if we fix pensions, the state will not have to fire teachers.
And she is right."
"In her latest piece she makes the case that if we fix pensions, the state will not have to fire teachers.
And she is right."
Fisker begins Karma production in Finland
Fisker begins Karma production in Finland - AutoWeek Magazine
"Closely held Fisker last year closed on $529 million in loans from the U.S. Energy Department that will fund construction of its Nina production line."
$529 MILLION from US?
"Closely held Fisker last year closed on $529 million in loans from the U.S. Energy Department that will fund construction of its Nina production line."
$529 MILLION from US?
Wednesday, May 04, 2011
Breitbart vs. the Narrative
Breitbart vs. the Narrative - By Kathryn Jean Lopez - The Corner - National Review Online
"What attracts people to a Sarah Palin or Andrew Breitbart or dare I say Donald Trump is first and foremost a style that comes across as fearlessness."
"What attracts people to a Sarah Palin or Andrew Breitbart or dare I say Donald Trump is first and foremost a style that comes across as fearlessness."
USDA Introduces Online Tool for Locating 'Food Deserts' in USA
USDA Introduces Online Tool for Locating 'Food Deserts' in USA CNSnews.com
"The Obama administration defines a food desert as a low-income census tract where either a substantial number or percentage of residents lacks easy access to a supermarket or large grocery store"
A new "need" for government intervention.
Gimme a break!
"The Obama administration defines a food desert as a low-income census tract where either a substantial number or percentage of residents lacks easy access to a supermarket or large grocery store"
A new "need" for government intervention.
Gimme a break!
U of Missouri ‘Labor Studies’ Course Teaches How to Shut Down Non-Union Companies - Big Government
» MORE SHOCK VIDEO: U of Missouri ‘Labor Studies’ Course Teaches How to Shut Down Non-Union Companies - Big Government
"While University of Missouri – Kansas City Professor Judy Ancel has yet to explain her false and misleading defense of classroom statements suggesting violence is an acceptable tactic with an appropriate place in advancing the labor movement, new video reveals Ancel giving students insight into how to put non-union companies out of business.
The tactic Ancel recommends to students is based upon deception and designed to burden a non-union company with a costly labor action under false pretenses."
"While University of Missouri – Kansas City Professor Judy Ancel has yet to explain her false and misleading defense of classroom statements suggesting violence is an acceptable tactic with an appropriate place in advancing the labor movement, new video reveals Ancel giving students insight into how to put non-union companies out of business.
The tactic Ancel recommends to students is based upon deception and designed to burden a non-union company with a costly labor action under false pretenses."
EPA to Use New Regulations to Prohibit Hydraulic Fracturing?
Pundit Press: EPA to Use New Regulations to Prohibit Hydraulic Fracturing?
"Last week, while everyone else was talking about the President's long form birth certificate, the EPA was busy releasing new regulations designed to choke off any nascent economic growth that may help to lift the nation out of the great recession.
Via the Lonely Conservative, Investors Business Daily warns us all to watch the other hand.
Before these new regulations will be enacted a 60 day comment period will be granted and the clock is ticking.
I wonder how long bin Laden's death will keep our eyes diverted."
"Last week, while everyone else was talking about the President's long form birth certificate, the EPA was busy releasing new regulations designed to choke off any nascent economic growth that may help to lift the nation out of the great recession.
Via the Lonely Conservative, Investors Business Daily warns us all to watch the other hand.
Before these new regulations will be enacted a 60 day comment period will be granted and the clock is ticking.
I wonder how long bin Laden's death will keep our eyes diverted."
No, The Oil Industry Doesn’t Get Subsidies
Say Anything » No, The Oil Industry Doesn’t Get Subsidies
"Subsidies are funds that governments give to someone to encourage and assist them to take an action.
By reducing taxes for an action, that can have the same sort of effect, but it is more properly a tax break.
This is a critical difference, because it reveals a distinction in how people understand taxes and earning. Money businesses earn is their money and taxes are a small portion they send to the government.
Calling tax breaks a “subsidy” reverses that fact, turning earnings into something the government owns, while taxes become the government allowing the company to keep some of their earnings.
What’s more, these tax breaks are actually available to all business and the oil industry’s specific use of them is actually limited by law:"
"Subsidies are funds that governments give to someone to encourage and assist them to take an action.
By reducing taxes for an action, that can have the same sort of effect, but it is more properly a tax break.
This is a critical difference, because it reveals a distinction in how people understand taxes and earning. Money businesses earn is their money and taxes are a small portion they send to the government.
Calling tax breaks a “subsidy” reverses that fact, turning earnings into something the government owns, while taxes become the government allowing the company to keep some of their earnings.
What’s more, these tax breaks are actually available to all business and the oil industry’s specific use of them is actually limited by law:"
“DEMONSTRABLY FALSE” AND “THINKPROGRESS”
Instapundit » Blog Archive » “DEMONSTRABLY FALSE” AND “THINKPROGRESS”
"Also note that whenever anyone is effective, the lefty apparatchiks try to spread the idea that it’s somehow impolite to associate with them, rather than attack them on substance.
That’s been their MO forever, but it’s become quite obvious and thus far less effective lately."
"Also note that whenever anyone is effective, the lefty apparatchiks try to spread the idea that it’s somehow impolite to associate with them, rather than attack them on substance.
That’s been their MO forever, but it’s become quite obvious and thus far less effective lately."
Coast Guard Searches For Missing Cruise Ship Passenger
"The 65-year-old woman, whose name was not released, did not show up for a customs check when the Celebrity Millennium ship docked in San Diego around 1 p.m"
Yikes!
Our cruise ship last year!
Tuesday, May 03, 2011
US Debt Rating Should Be 'C': Independent Agency
US Debt Rating Should Be 'C': Independent Agency - CNBC
"A 'C' is equivalent to approximately a triple-B on the S&P, Moody's and Fitch scales.
It's two notches above junk"
"A 'C' is equivalent to approximately a triple-B on the S&P, Moody's and Fitch scales.
It's two notches above junk"
Monday, May 02, 2011
Palin blasts government for ‘man-made drought’ in her return to Central California
Palin blasts government for ‘man-made drought’ in her return to Central California - The Washington Post
"“A faceless government is taking away their lifeline, water, all because of a 3-inch fish,” Palin said.
“Where I come from, a 3-inch fish, we call that bait.
There is no need to destroy people’s lives over bait.”"
"“A faceless government is taking away their lifeline, water, all because of a 3-inch fish,” Palin said.
“Where I come from, a 3-inch fish, we call that bait.
There is no need to destroy people’s lives over bait.”"
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