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A new survey found that lawyers were more likely to steer whites to Chapter 7 of the bankruptcy code and blacks to the more expensive Chapter 13. ...

An extension of forbearance programs by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac gives short-term aid to unemployed homeowners, but housing counselors warn of drawbacks. ...

A costly type of coverage, imposed on home buyers who have let insurance lapse, is the subject of a widening investigation in New York State. ...

If you’re trying to decide whether to invest in Europe, various market factors may offer better gauges than the lowering of countries’ debt ratings. ...

William E. Simon, the former Treasury secretary, said “the nation should have a tax system that looks like someone designed it on purpose.” Here are four principles that most economists would endorse. ...

Heart attacks are uncommon during marathons, Google’s new search results raise privacy concerns, some student lenders face scrutiny and other consumer-focused news from The New York Times. ...

Bucks readers weigh in on defining who should be able to invest in private offerings. ...

Bucks readers talk about their experience in working with LearnVest and Merrill Edge. ...