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After DNC protests, Bank of America assists struggling Charlotte familynew
The Sanchezes get to keep their home after housing advocates took it to the streets in early September.
Creative Loafing (Charlotte) |
Ryan Pitkin |
12-11-2012 |
Economy
Are Bailouts Just a Rationale for the Mother of All Spending Sprees?new
Most people remember the controversy over the $700 billion bailout package the week it was passed in Congress. They are probably less familiar with the additional $800 billion bailout program the Federal Reserve launched under the radar two weeks ago while everyone was chomping on turkey.
Creative Loafing (Charlotte) |
Tara Servatius |
12-10-2008 |
Economy
Henry Paulson's Power Grabnew
The new and revised bailout plan will likely be offered to every U.S. bank with more than $500 million in assets, financial experts say.
How'd we get here? Essentially by making Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson God.
Creative Loafing (Charlotte) |
Tara Servatius |
10-29-2008 |
Economy
Contemplating a Charlotte Without Wachovia or Bank of Americanew
Why are we building a center city for the future on a banking industry model of stability that died in the 1980s?
Creative Loafing (Charlotte) |
Tara Servatius |
10-21-2008 |
Economy
Suite or Sour: Will Charlotte Survive a Luxury Suite Glut?new
Is the corporate world's love affair with luxury suites turning sour?
Creative Loafing (Charlotte) |
Tara Servatius |
04-25-2007 |
Economy
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