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The Geographic Distribution of the Mortgage Interest Deduction
The mortgage interest deduction is one of the largest tax expenditures in the U.S. tax code but the rate at which it is claimed and the average amount deducted vary widely across and within states. With changes to tax expenditures
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- Issue Brief
Strategies to Improve the Housing Market
Strategies to Improve the Housing Market is a summation of recommendations from experts representing the mortgage origination, servicing and insurance industries, investors, industry associations, federal agencies and regulators, and nonprofits. more
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- Stateline Story
More States Consider Diverting Foreclosure Money
TODAY'S TAKE: Officials in a growing number of states are considering diverting money from a $25 billion foreclosure settlement between big banks and attorneys general to help pay for programs that have nothing to do with housing. more
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- Stateline Story
Lawsuit May Strain Foreclosure Talks
TODAY'S TAKE: Massachusetts has filed suit against five major banks over improper mortgage practices, potentially complicating a 50-state settlement that has been in the works for more than a year.more -
- Stateline Story
Foreclosure Probe Explained: What State AGs Want From Big Banks
A year ago, all 50 states launched an investigation into some of the nation's biggest banks, accusing them of using illegal practices to cheat homeowners and worsen the foreclosure crisis. In this explainer, Stateline examines the states' investigation and its potential outcomes. more