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DR Horton Sees 26 Pct. Jump in 4Q Orders

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 15:52:44 GMT

Homebuilder D.R. Horton Inc., saw new home orders spike 26 percent from a year ago in the latest quarter as buyers raced to close deals and take advantage of a federal tax credit. But a wider-than-anticipated loss fueled by write-downs sent shares tumbling more than 15 percent Friday.

Citi Customers Must Spend To Lower Rate

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:48:29 GMT

For Citibank credit card holders, there is one way to escape the bank's rate hikes currently under way: Meet a monthly spending requirement.

Saving Sites

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:46:38 GMT

Whether it’s to compare prices or to find great deals, it’s no secret shoppers looking to save money head to the internet. Saving money by shopping online has become a daily obsession for Vanessa Schutz.

Many Believe Home Value Has Decreased

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:42:19 GMT

Wiped out home values continue to be a problem for many home owners and they may not even know it! According to a new report by Zillow.com, nearly half of those asked, believe that their home values have decreased. But is it better or worse here in our area? Paul Valentino, with Coldwell Banker of Greater Washington, joined us with more.

WND: Washington Times Cuts, Web Only

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:53:49 GMT

‘World Net Daily’ is reporting that ‘The Washington Times’ could layoff much of its editorial and production staff Friday. The same report quotes un-named sources as saying that the paper may switch to an "online only" format.

Early Black Friday Deals

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:25:32 GMT

Many stores are offering deals now, hoping to jump-start the holiday shopping season, early. USA Today retail reporter and author of ‘Gen Buy’, Jayne O’Donnell joined us with the inside scoop on early bargains.

Regifting Rules

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:19:13 GMT

What is the proper etiquette for re-gifting? Here are some tips in our Holiday Survival Guide.

AOL to Cut a Third of Staff

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:13:32 GMT

AOL LLC, an Internet company struggling to adapt to an advertising-driven economy, is looking to shed more than a third of its work force as it prepares to spin off from Time Warner Inc. next month.

New Jobless Benefit Claims Unchanged

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:06:11 GMT

The number of newly laid-off workers seeking unemployment insurance was unchanged last week, remaining above the level that would indicate the economy is adding jobs.

AOL to Lay Off a Third of Staff

Claudia Coffey — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:52:08 GMT

AOL announced Thursday it plans to cut a third of its workforce over the next several months. It's a move that could leave hundreds unemployed at the company's massive Northern Virginia office.