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Insolvency Service “reframes” view of creditor – IPs can apply their discretion (UK)

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Understanding Anna Nicole Smith (or, at least, Stern v. Marshall): A Must-Read Analysis

Led by my colleague Elizabeth Gibson, four members of the National Bankruptcy Conference have produced a fantastic analysis of the Stern v. Marshall U.S. Supreme Court decision (that most recently has been mentioned on Credit Slips here and here). I

The Restatement of Property and the Road to Mortgagocracy

I recently did a string of blog posts of the Permanent Editorial Board for the UCC's Report on the enforcement of negotiable mortgage notes. I'm still planning a final installment there, but I came across another document that just floored me in

Cosmetics on sale in January

Cosmetics, sun-care products and beachwear are on sale in January.

Winter clothes on sale in January

In January, you will find winter clothes, such as coats, hats, scarves and gloves, on sale.

Secrets about new-car prices can be found on window sticker

Knowing the secrets behind a new car's price sticker can help you make your best deal.

Housewares on sale in January

Besides white sales, you will find dinnerware and blankets on sale in January.

Bargains to shop for in the month of January

What's on sale this month? Not only sheets and towels, but TVs, makeup and carpet, too.

Electronics on sale in January

Television sales continue in January, when you can get a bargain on an LCD big-screen TV.

Europe's debt may bite into US economy

Europe's debt might send the world economy tumbling if we don't take proactive steps.

Citrus and other fruit on sale in January

Large citrus fruits, such as grapefruit and oranges, are on sale in January. Blueberries, too.

Mortgage rates fall to yet another record low

Waiting until March to board the refi bus? Too bad. Mortgages hit record lows this week.

Mortgage pay-down triggers PMI's cancellation

You can lose your mortgage insurance and cut the monthly payments, but watch for these traps.

Is cash surrender value of life insurance taxable?

If the cash surrender value of the policy consists of excess earnings, that portion is taxable.

Tax on GSEs? Refi Push? It's All Election Year Nonsense

It seems everything the government does in a down economy produces "jobs" in an election year. But macro-magic aside, the Social Security tax holiday and the promotion of mortgage refinancing are bad policies.

Torre Looks to Add One Final Touch to Baseball Resume

Associated Press Joe Torre gestures during a news conference in this February 2011 file photo. Joe Torre is apparently going for baseball’s equivalent of the career grand slam, but the competition could be his toughest yet. After 18 years as a player

Why I Love Bank Fees and Regulators Should Too

Customers might think banks are giving them great deals when they're actually getting ripped off. Upfront charges, however annoying, are far preferable to hidden costs.

Filing Bankruptcy to Avoid Foreclosure

If you’re facing a foreclosure but want to keep your home you may have heard that bankruptcy is a good way to do just that. Each situation is different, but there are times when a foreclosure can be stopped by a bankruptcy and then there are other

Safari Park: Bats!

Regular readers of this blog know that I’ve been hyping the opening of the new bat house at the San Diego Zoo’s Safari Park since last spring. Well, after a few delays, the new bat house is open for business and I was able to check it out last

Deal Closes Book on Dodgers’ ‘Next 50’ Project

Associated Press Dodger Stadium Believe it or not, there was a time when the Los Angeles Dodgers organization thought it could sell fans the idea that coming to Dodger Stadium for the next 50 years could be as great as the first 50. The 2009 season

Big-Bank CEOs Go a Bridge Too Far by Offering Legal Opinions

There's a difference between projecting confidence and ignoring risk. In their public handicapping of mortgage litigation, bank executives have done the latter.