December existing home sales rise amid gradual housing recovery
Existing home sales rose 2.4 percent to a 5.04 million annual pace in December with first time buyers remaining scarce. For 2014 sales fell 3.1 percent, while mortgage rates eased and lending standards loosened. The Leading Economic Index gained 0.5 percent and manufacturing showed expansion though slower in January.
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Expedia to Buy Travelocity for 280 Million in Cash
Expedia Inc acquires Travelocity from Saber Corp for 280 million dollars in cash. The deal follows a prior marketing agreement and expands Expedia's dominance in online travel while extending its portfolio with brands like Hotels.com and eSong.
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Scammers Push Fake Prize Checks and fees scheme
The notice explains a recurring scam where victims receive a counterfeit prize money check that deposits successfully, then are asked to pay fake fees or taxes. Real money comes from fees, while the scammer’s check bounces days later. The Gazette runs monthly BBB sourced scam guidance to help readers avoid such fraud.
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